Ostomy News and Information

What Kinds of Foods Cause Flatulence?

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

Flatulence, or the passing of gas through the rectum, is a normal bodily function that occurs as a result of the digestion process. However, excessive flatulence can be uncomfortable and embarrassing … read more

Steps On How To Apply An Ileostomy Bag

Posted by Written by Parthenon's product team, in consultation with our ostomy care advisors on 23rd Mar 2023

An ileostomy pouch, also known as an ostomy pouch or stoma pouch, is a medical device used to collect waste after a person undergoes an ileostomy surgery. An ileostomy is a surgical procedure that inv … read more

Instructions on How To Use Marathon Liquid Skin Protectant

Posted by Written by Parthenon's product team, in consultation with our ostomy care advisors on 16th Mar 2023

Marathon Liquid Skin Protectant is a skin barrier product that is used to protect the skin from irritation and damage caused by the adhesives used in ostomy appliances and other medical devices.  … read more

Custom Built Ostomy Pouches May Be Closer Than You Think

Posted by Written by Parthenon's product team, in consultation with our ostomy care advisors on 28th Oct 2015

A small startup company called Lewcardia is raising $5,000 to develop prototypes of its ostomy pouch called Ostomy Freedom.  They use a 3-D scanner to print off a custom fitted ostomy appliance.& … read more
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