Monthly Archives: October 2020
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October 18, 2020
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
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October 16, 2020
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.
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October 07, 2020
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.
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October 07, 2020
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