Ostomy News and Information

8 Tips To Help You Fix Ostomy Appliance Leaks

Posted by Written by Parthenon's product team, in consultation with our ostomy care advisors on 10th Apr 2024

1. Ensure your peristomal skin is thoroughly dry before applying your stoma pouch to avoid any moisture-related issues during the change. 2. Regularly measure your stoma size especially in the initial … read more

9 Tips To Prepare You For Work After Ostomy Surgery

Posted by Written by Parthenon's product team, in consultation with our ostomy care advisors on 9th Apr 2024

From various professional environments such as industrial settings, classrooms, hospitals with their long shifts, to the fluid movements of dancers – individuals with an ostomy are seamlessly re … read more

What is Pancaking? How Does It Relate To An Having A Stoma?

Posted by Written by Parthenon's product team, in consultation with our ostomy care advisors on 17th May 2023

Pancaking is a term used in the context of having a colostomy, a surgical procedure that involves creating an opening in the abdominal wall to divert the flow of stool from the colon to a stoma. This … read more

Important Things to Know For Somone With An Stoma

Posted by Written by Parthenon's product team, in consultation with our ostomy care advisors on 25th Apr 2023

An ostomy is a surgical procedure that creates an opening (stoma) on the abdomen to allow waste or urine to exit the body. Ostomies are often necessary for people who have conditions such as inflammat … read more

Tips For Shopping For Ostomy Supplies Online

Posted by Written by Parthenon's product team, in consultation with our ostomy care advisors on 21st Apr 2023

If you have an ostomy, you know how important it is to have a reliable supply of ostomy products. Ordering your supplies online can be a convenient and efficient way to ensure that you have the produc … read more