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This is a photo of a man sitting on a sofa. He looks in pain, and his clutching around his stomach. It is the cover image to the recording of a webinar held by the Urostomy Association on 4 February 2025 on preventing and managing hernias

Managing hernias

Urostomates are prone to parastomal hernias. In this webinar recording, hear from Mr Mohammed Belal, consultant urologist at Birmingham’s Queen Elizabeth Hospital, about how to reduce the risk, and how to manage hernias should they occur. He is joined by Sarah Russell, clinical exercise physiologist and Gill Thomas, a recent urostomate who has followed Sarah's clinical pilates programme for people with a stoma.

This is a photo of Roger Bowen. He is standing in front of a book case and smiling directly into the camera.

The kindest cut

Roger Bowen understands how it feels to grow up being ‘different’. Now 69, he has lived with a urostomy since boyhood. As Roger shares in this blog, he’s encouraged that there’s now more understanding for ostomates of all ages, helping them embrace life with greater confidence.

This is a photo of two women chatting over cups of tea. It is the header image for the 'What is a urostomy' page on the Urostomy Association's website

What is a urostomy?

This page is for anyone who has, or is about to have, a urostomy. It explains what a urostomy is and why it may be necessary. It explores issues such as how a stoma is formed and the different types of urostomy pouches available.

This is a photo of a woman in consultation with a medical professional. It is the header image for the FAQ page on the Urostomy Association's website entitled 'Preparing for a urostomy; your early questions answered'

Diagnosis and pre-op

Being told that you need a urostomy can be daunting, and the best way to overcome any fears and to prepare for the new you is to ask lots of questions from those in the know.

This is a photo of a woman sitting on a bed clutching her stomach. It is the header image of a page on the Urostomy Association's website entitled 'Managing and preventing urinary tract infections'

Managing urinary tract infections (UTIs)

This is recording of the webinar on managing urinary tract infections, for people living with a urinary diversion. It was held on 22 May 2024 by the Urostomy Association.

This is a photo of a woman researching information on her tablet. It is the header image for the 'what to expect with a urostomy' page on the Urostomy Association's website

Understanding issues that may arise with a urostomy

The idea of having a urinary diversion can be a bit daunting. You’ll be pleased to know that after an operation to form a urostomy, many people have few or no problems whatsoever. However, some do experience difficulties, and we hope that this page helps you understand some of the issues that may occur.

This is a photo of a man in front of a laptop. It is to illustrate online shopping. It is the header image of the 'Directory of Suppliers' page on the Urostomy Association website

Directory of suppliers

This directory contains a selection of items which you might find helpful in managing your urinary diversion. Please note that the Urostomy Association does not recommend individual companies or products, and inclusion in this list does imply an endorsement from us.

This is a photo of a woman in a head scarf being comforted by another woman standing by. It is the header image for an article on the Urostomy Association's website entitled: 'Joining Cancer52 in launching a manifesto for rare and less common cancers'

Launching rare and less common cancers manifesto

The Urostomy Association has joined with Cancer52 and others in the release of ‘The Other Half. A manifesto to transform outcomes for people with rare and less common cancers’.

This is a screenshot of a video featuring urostomate, Donna Watson, in which she describes two holidays; the first in the UK and secondly on safari much further afield.

Donna’s advice on flying with a urostomy

Donna is a UA volunteer, and a frequent traveller. As part of her volunteering, she assists in providing training for security staff at Northern Ireland's business airport. Donna recorded this video as part of the Urostomy Association's 'Travelling with a urostomy' webinar, held on 11 April 2024

This is a photo of Louise Hoolighan, Stoma Nurse Specialist at NHS Golden Jubilee in Clydebank, Glasgow. It is the header image on the Urostomy Association's website which features her 'travelling with a urostomy' presentation

Travelling advice from a stoma nurse specialist

There's lots to think about when planning to travel with a urostomy. In her presentation, Louise Hoolighan, Stoma Nurse Specialist at NHS Golden Jubilee in Clydebank, gives hints and tips for a successful holiday.

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