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Regaining body confidence after surgery

Coming home after surgery means learning new routines and taking care of your stoma - but recovery is also about feeling comfortable in your own skin again.

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Weight loss medicines and your urostomy

Many people will have heard of newer injectable or tablet medicines used to help with weight loss or to manage diabetes. If you're a urostomate, there are some practical reasons why it can be helpful to understand how they work.

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Talking about your urostomy 

When you’re adjusting to life after surgery, it can feel hard knowing how, or if, you want to tell others about your urostomy. It’s natural to feel unsure at first. You may wonder who needs to know, how much you should share, or whether people will understand. 

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Boosting your defence against UTIs

Living with a urostomy, you’re probably aware that urinary tract infections (UTIs) can be an unwelcome part of the journey. While antibiotics are an effective treatment for most urinary infections, you might want to explore over-the-counter supplements that could reduce your risk of recurrent UTIs. Read our guide to the most common options and what to consider before trying them.

Should you trust artificial intelligence for urostomy advice?

Artificial intelligences (AIs) like ChatGPT or Microsoft Copilot have changed the way many people access information online, providing an interactive search-engine that feels like a conversation. But what does online AI-generated advice for urostomates look like and is it reliable?

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Caring for a loved one with dementia and a urostomy

Caring for a loved one who has dementia can feel tough enough, and if that person also has a urostomy, you may be facing additional challenges. But please know that you are not alone and there are ways of making daily life a bit easier for both of you.

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Essential tips for urostomy skin care

Caring for the area around your stoma is crucial in preventing irritation, skin damage, bacterial or fungal infection, and other skin complications. On this information page, Lynne Bradley, Karen Totty and Louise Turner explore some of the common issues that may occur, along with essential tips for effective urostomy skin care.

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An introduction to fistulas

Imagine changing your urostomy bag and spotting what looks like food in there. That’s what happened to Geoff, one of the Urostomy Association’s supporters. Paul Russell-Roberts, Stoma Nurse Specialist, kindly sheds light on this unusual condition

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Vitamin B12: What you need to know

Living with a urostomy, one nutrient that deserves special attention is vitamin B12. Here are some frequently asked questions about this vital vitamin, its effect on health and why it’s especially relevant to urostomates.

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Confidence and comfort at work

For new urostomates, returning to work can feel like a daunting prospect. The thought of managing your stoma in a professional setting may bring up concerns about comfort, privacy and confidence. But rest assured – with some preparation and the right support, most people with a urostomy find their transition back to work is a smooth one.

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