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Those who have just undergone a medical operation are sometimes tasked with going home with a catheter after surgery. A catheter is a device used to assist people in dealing with overall urinary incontinence and retention.

A hospital or healthcare facility's sterile conditions will always be the best place to learn how the catheter is inserted. Many patients that have just gone through surgery will require a catheter after surgery, and a lot of them will leave the hospital with a urinary foley.

The first reaction that many patients have is that of confusion and frustration. Over time, the catheter will become a habitual part of life. There are several things to know about going home with a catheter

If you want to find out how to stop a colostomy bag from bursting, you’ve come to the right place. It’s a super unfortunate experience, and learning how to stop it from happening can be an incredibly stress-relieving thing. I’m sure you’ve heard the horror stories out there, and we honestly don’t blame you for being stressed. But once you’ve read this article, you’ll understand that your colostomy bag doesn’t need to control you. By regulating your activities, what you eat, and more, you’ll be able to avoid most issues altogether.

The first and arguably most important thing you need to start doing is watching what you eat. One of the main reasons colostomy bags burst is due to gas build-up, and

Why is intermittent catheterization painful? And what about how to make intermittent catheterization less painful? In this article, we’re going to talk about how catheters work, what they are, and what they’re used for. Overall catheters are used by people who are unable to empty what’s inside their bladder on their own. They tend to be tubes that enter through the urethra, or through an opening in the abdomen. They can be used for anything from surgery prep to a urinary tract infection. They’ve been used throughout history by people of all ages. In this article, we’re going to talk about why it can be painful to use one.

Generally, intermittent catheters cause pain when people use them on their

When someone mentions gauze, they can mean many things. Afterall, gauze is used throughout all walks of life. However, medical gauze is used for one thing and one thing only. Treating wounds. Whether it be a minor scrape or cut, to a full-on bullet wound. Medical gauze is a lifesaver. These bandages are highly absorbent and help keep the pressure on wounds. It also keeps them from getting infected or irritated. If you need medical gauze, but don’t know what type to get, read through the rest of this article. We talk about all the specific types of gauze, what they’re used for, and more.

The first type of medical gauze we’re going to mention is woven gauze. This particular type of gauze is very

How long does it take for an enema to work? It’s an age-old question with lots of wrong answers and incorrect information. Thankfully for anyone who’s actually interested, we cover everything from what an enema actually is to how long it takes to be effective. In this article, we’ll cover it all, so by the end if you’re confused we recommend you read through it again before contacting us. However, we’re always open to questions, so if you need something, feel free to reach out.

First of all, let’s talk about what an enema actually is. Ever heard of a laxative? Laxatives are typically taken orally and are designed to help you flush out your bowels. They help with constipation, gas, and a lot of

If you’ve ever had a colostomy bag explode or burst you know just how horrible it can be. It’s arguably one of the most uncomfortable feelings you may experience throughout your life, and it happens far too often. Even if you haven’t had it happen to you you’ve probably heard the stories. Forums are full of people describing what many dubs as being their worst nightmare. It really is an ordeal you do not ever want to go through. With all of that in mind, we’ve put together this quick guide in an attempt to lessen your risk of having a colostomy bag burst. Generally, the burst is caused by an excessive amount of gas building up in your body. Below you will find five tips that are sure to lessen

A lot of people think that their colostomy bag is going to smell, and although that may be true, it only happens to people who don't take care of themselves. The answer to do colostomy bags stink” is somewhat complex, but to summarize, people who take the appropriate steps to ensure they maintain their health are unlikely to notice a smell at all. In this article, were going to discuss a variety of ways to eliminate any and all smells that may come from your colostomy bag. Let's be honest, having to wear a colostomy bag on the daily can be embarrassing. But if you do things right, you won't even notice it. Nor will the people around you. Now let's talk about gas reduction.

One of the biggest

Swimming with a colostomy bag can be a nerve-racking experience. Not because anything going to happen, but instead because you think something might. But the truth is, if you prepare properly, nothing will go wrong. Everything will go exactly as it should. Frankly, you probably won't even notice you're using a colostomy bag. Nowadays the large majority of colostomy bags are waterproof. And we don't mean water-resistant, we mean you could submerge underneath the water to the same depth as anyone else. Most waterproof colostomy bags nowadays are designed to handle the same stress as regular clothing. As long as you do your research and choose a colostomy bag that will certainly handle the stress

A lot of people who use stoma bags are discouraged from physical exercise because they either think the bag will burst or that it’ll be damaged. Well, we’re here to tell you that that won’t happen. Not if you follow our quick easy to follow guide. We’ve made it our mission to encourage people with stoma bags to get back out there and do what they love. And what we’d like to start with is running. Running is a fantastic way of getting into great shape. Not only does it build up the muscle in your legs and shred body fat, it strengthens you mentally. Ever heard of runner’s high? Running long distances releases what’s called dopamine into your brain. Dopamine is basically the chemical in your mind

Patients that suffer from ailments such as urinary incontinence often use catheters to relieve them of their ailment. In simple words, it’s a tube that’s moved into the body in an attempt to clear out your bladder when you can't do it on your own. At first, a lot of people ask, ‘How does a catheter work?’, which is exactly why we have written this article. This all intensive guide will teach you all the information you need, from what it actually is, to all the different types. If you recently had a catheter inserted, you most likely had it done in a hospital. Chances are they skimmed through how to do it on your own, and considering you may be living with them for a considerable amount of time,