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Winter Issue Table of Contents

Irrigating Solutions
Answers to common questions, concerns and challenges of how to irrigate a colostomy
By Linda Coulter, BSN, MS, RN, CWOCN

Intimacy with an Ostomy
Professional advice for ostomates and their partners on returning to romance and intimacy after ostomy surgery
By Laura Herbe, BSN, RN, CWOCN

Adhesive Removers
How to find the right formulation to maintain healthy peristomal skin
By Ian Settlemire, Editor

Retracted Stoma
The causes, prevention and management of this challenging condition
By Nancy Brown, RN, CWOC

Ostomy Supplies on a Budget
The avenues of aid available for ostomates in any situation
By Stephanie Sullivan, Marian Grace and Barbara Hymans

Peristomal Skin
How to identify, prevent and treat skin breakdowns around your stoma
By Laura Herbe, BSN, RN, CWOCN

The Littlest Ones
The unique challenges and rewards of childhood ostomies
By Jo-Ann Tremblay

Strengthening the Bond
Why romantic relationships grow or dissolve after ostomy surgery
By Brian Ronnenberg, LPCI, NCC

Ostomy Accessory - Barrier Sheets
The many uses and benefits of ostomy “sticky squares”
By Linda Coulter, BSN, MS, RN, CWOCN

Journey of Inspiration
A case of childhood Crohn’s that leads to an authentic life of helping others
By Rolf Benirschke

National Ostomy Conference
UOAA’s 7th premiere gathering for the ostomy community was another big hit
By Ed Pfueller, UOAA Communications and Outreach Manager

Gall Bladder Removal
The effects of living without a gall bladder on ostomy function and complications
By Lisa Andrews, MEd, RD, LD

Living with a Continent Ileostomy
Tips, tricks and advice on international travel with a continent ileostomy
By Bill Van Clief

Where We Stand
UOAA position papers guide advocacy efforts to increase quality of life
By Jeanine Gleba, UOAA Advocacy Manager

Ask the Ostomate
Get the answer to the question, “Do I have to tell an employer about my ostomy?”
By Laura Cox

Lies My Doctor Told Me
A family doctor calls out colleagues to stop perpetuating medical myths
Book Review by Ian Settlemire, Editor
Beryl of Wisdom
Experienced ostomy nurse addresses the common causes an ostomy bag leaks
By Beryl Evans, RN, MS

Fashion Corner
On the runway with professional models and new ostomates
By Ellyn Mantell

Ask Doctor Beck
Colorectal surgeon Dr. David E. Beck answers questions about:
Irrigation Cramp, Donating Blood, Fishy Smell, Acid Reflux, Simple Sugars, Rectal Stump Removal

Ask Nurse Anita
Board-Certified Ostomy Nurse Anita Prinz answers questions about:
Sampling Ostomy Products, Beltline Stoma, Stoma Size Varies, White Bump on Stoma, Noisy Stoma, Pouch Expansion

Living with a Continent Ileostomy
The day-to-day life and management of an internal reservoir
By Bill Van Clief

Ostomy News and Products
The latest new ostomy products, services and news