A colostomy bag is used to collect poop through an opening in your belly called a stoma. Know more about colostomy bags, their types, and how to care for them.

An ostomy bag is an umbrella term for the bags that collect waste from surgical openings in your intestines or bladder. A colostomy bag is one type used to collect stool from the large intestine.

Ostomy bag change. You’ll probably change the bag completely (which is different than emptying it) every 3-4 days, or about twice a week. But some bags may be designed for one-day use only.

Having a colostomy bag can be life-changing. One woman who is living with a colostomy bag opens up about the realities of living with one, from love to work.

Today’s ostomy bags come in a variety of shapes, sizes, colors, and materials to suit the wearer’s lifestyle. The stoma and the surrounding skin (peristomal skin) will require special care.

An ostomy bag collects body waste from a stoma. Here's how it works, the types available, how to choose one, and how to manage common issues.

Ostomy bags (or pouches) are essential for collecting waste from the stoma. These bags come in various designs, including ...

Colostomy bags and pouching systems have come a long way in terms of discretion and comfort. However, in some cases, you might consider an alternative procedure if a colostomy isn’t right for you.

Ostomy bags are odor-resistant and heavy-duty to prevent leaks, but they need to be changed regularly. Here’s a primer on how to change your ostomy pouch properly.

Higgins' ostomy pouch has a Velcro closure, so she can simply empty the bag's contents into the toilet. She said she uses lubricating drops and an anti-odor solution, so the process isn't as gross ...

Ostomy prolapse: The stoma that's created further protrudes from the abdominal wall. Skin irritation: Leakage from the bag may cause skin redness. You might develop a skin infection if there are ...

It’s not every day you see ostomy bags mentioned in entertainment news stories from the likes of People and The New York Times, so imagine my surprise last weekend when I saw those outlets and ...