Coping With An Ostomy

This invaluable reference discusses every aspect of an ostomy—a surgical procedure that creates an alternative opening in the body for waste discharge from the kidney, colon, intestines, or bladder—from the first shock of diagnosis through surgery and rehabilitation. The coauthor's moving and motivational story of her colostomy experience is blended with information on the latest surgical techniques and equipment, providing prospective ostomy patients with both the medical and emotional know-how to confidently approach the surgery. This revised edition also contains up-to-date material on virtual colonoscopies and travel regulations related to ostomy pouches, as well as essential facts on how to safely handle sex, pregnancy, and sports after an ostomy.

An ostomy is an opening on the abdomen created by a surgeon to allow waste material to be expelled. The operation is performed as a lifesaving measure when the body's normal system for expelling waste no longer functions. With practical guidelines and emotional support for ostomy patients and their families, this book addresses all aspects of postoperative care as well as such sensitive issues as social situations and sexual intimacy.

Over 50,000 people in the United Kingdom alone have a stoma. Colostomy and ileostomy are the most common types. They save the lives of the people who have them, but they can be hard to adjust to. This book aims to help the reader with the practical routines and the psychological effects of a stoma. There are direct answers to all the questions people with a stoma really want to ask, and there is advice on coping with everyday life. Craig White discusses how to cope with potential embarrassments and how to sustain self-esteem and body-image.

Nearly half a million people in the U.S. have an ostomy--a surgically created opening used to expel waste when the body's normal systems are damaged by disease or injury. This book deals specifically with the effects of colostomies (large intestine), ilestomies (small intestine), and urostomies (urinary tract), which handle waste materials from the digestive tract.

Ostomy Management, First Edition, is one of three volumes in the Series that follows the Curriculum Blueprint designed by the Wound, Ostomy and Continence Nurses Society (WOCN). It is the ideal reference for anyone seeking certification as an ostomy or continence nurse, as well as anyone who manages patients needing fecal and urinary diversions, or ostomy management.

For people with ostomies, traveling -- whether it is international, state-to-state or even across town -- may be an intimidating task. Can I get through customs without an embarrassing episode? Does air pressure in a plane affect my equipment? What if I need supplies while I'm away? Yes We Can! has all the answers.Written by a team comprised of a colorectal surgeon, an experienced speaker, a worldwide traveler, and a recent ostomy patient. This book will increase the ostomate's freedom to live life as fully as anyone else.

Ollie the bear has a message for you:You can do all that you set your mind to!With his new button he swims, sings and plays.May his story encourage and brighten your days.