A person who has undergone an ileostomy, colostomy, or urinary ostomy may require an ostomy bag following the procedure. Medicare considers ostomy bags and related supplies to be prosthetic devices.

Adjusting to life with an ostomy can be challenging, both physically and financially. From finding the right pouching system to managing daily care, it often takes time, patience and the ...

An ostomy bag is an umbrella term for the types of bags that collect waste from surgical openings in your intestines or bladder. A colostomy bag is a type of ostomy bag used to collect stool. Share on ...

A stoma is an opening from an area inside your body to the outside, according to the U.S. National Library of Medicine. (Photo: Getty Images) You may not know the word for it, but odds are you've seen ...

Despite improved public awareness, many myths persist about what it means to live with a colostomy bag. These misconceptions make it difficult for ostomates - a person with a stoma - to speak out ...

Using a colostomy bag may mean you have some differences in your life, but when it comes to swimming and water sports, this health device won’t slow you down. Share on Pinterest Sheila Alonso/Getty ...