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An online medical supply company may not be the first place you would look for cleaning supplies, but when we heard about the new Clorox Urine Remover spray, we had to get it and try it out. The product is specially designed to break down urine, not …

Red and irritated skin is not a normal part of having an ostomy. Ideally, your ostomy appliance should fit well and you should have healthy happy skin under and around your ostomy. If your skin is damaged, it is a great idea to contact a professional …

When you first have your ostomy surgery, you are given medical supplies and a lot of instructions on how to use them. The colostomy bags and flanges and wafers are obvious, you knew you would need those. However, there are a lot of ostomy accessories …

Coloplast Brava Lubricating Deodorant Drops Help Stop Pancaking:When you have an ostomy there are many challenges that you face on a daily basis. Luckily, there are a lot of products on the market to help combat some common problems had by people wit …

Generally speaking, you will have 3 to 5 days of wear time between pouch changes. If you find yourself going through a lot of pouches and are experiencing frequent leakage, you should contact your ostomy nurse. They are your greatest resource for inf …

When the air gets chilly, a pumpkin spice latte sounds better than grabbing another water bottle.  Crisp air, campfires, and sweaters make it easy to forget to drink enough water.  Everyone needs to drink water; most doctors recommend at least 8 glas …

An Unna Boot may sound like the latest trend in fall footwear, but it's not. It's actually not even a boot at all! So, what is an Unna Boot?What Is It?The Unna Boot is a specialty compression gauze that is usually used on the lower leg. It typically …

Doctors have been using compression stockings to treat medical conditions ranging from ankle swelling and varicose veins to preventing life-threatening blood clots for years.  Recently, athletes and trainers have started using compression therapy to …

Choosing an Ostomy System Before leaving the hospital after your surgery, it is important to consult with your ostomy nurse to help you choose an ostomy system that best fits your needs.  Depending on the type of ostomy surgery performed, ileost …

Support Stockings are used to treat a variety of conditions, their many uses range from: Reducing the swelling of ankles and feet Helping with the treatment of Varicose Veins Relieving tired aching legs of those who are on their feet for long period …