Donavan Lawless isn’t just a professional bodybuilder and devoted father — he’s a decorated military veteran who faced the challenge of living with an ostomy... Continue reading
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Tag: post-surgery stoma care
I never imagined my wedding day could feel so vulnerable. Months after my ostomy surgery, I was terrified: Would my stoma leak? Would I feel... Continue reading
A parastomal hernia—where the intestine bulges around the stoma—is one of the most common complications post-ostomy, affecting up to 50% of patients over time. These... Continue reading
If you’ve recently had ostomy surgery or are supporting someone who has, you’ve probably come across the term “ostomy belt.” But what exactly is it,... Continue reading
In 2008, after a long and difficult battle with Crohn’s disease, Richard O’Hamill underwent ostomy surgery—a major turning point that would change his life and... Continue reading
Living with an ostomy doesn’t mean limiting your life. In fact, the right support—like an ostomy belt—can unlock freedom, confidence, and better health outcomes. A... Continue reading
