Since his surgery in 2019, urostomate Wil has gradually got back to enjoying an active lifestyle again, from cycling to gardening and going on holiday. In his blog, he shares the creative solutions he has found to help him overcome challenges he has faced along the way.
The production of mucus is normal and healthy. It is part of living with a urostomy. However, the overproduction of mucus can be a common concern among urostomates. In his blog, Paul Russell-Roberts explores what’s normal and what might require a trip to the GP or stoma care nurse.
Living with a urostomy shouldn’t prevent you from doing the activities you enjoy. If that includes swimming – great! Water will not harm or enter your stoma, and swimming is a fantastic way to stay fit and healthy.
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Allen Rowlinson was diagnosed with bladder cancer in June 2010, aged just 52. In his blog, Allen shares how, thanks to support from family, friends and professionals, he has got back to enjoying life and feeling himself again.
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Are you experiencing leakage or worried about it happening to you? Then check out this ‘Ask the Experts’ webinar, sponsored by Coloplast Ltd, focusing on this common issue, from likely causes of leaks to practical ways to manage them and minimise the chances of them happening again.
In Winter 23’s Journal, we reported on five ‘calls to action’ put to the Scottish Parliament to improve services for Scottish patients. Here, Brian Fretwell gives an update on progress.
