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Your Care at Home: Colostomy Care

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This program explains how a colostomy works, and the different kinds of products available to collect waste. Learn how to empty, dispose of, and replace a colostomy pouch.

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Your Health Checklist: G-Tube Care

Watch this to learn how to take care of your G-tube.

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Your Care at Home: Ileostomy Care

There's a lot to learn about caring for an ileostomy, from proper cleaning to pouch choice. Watch this program to learn how to drain, dispose of, and replace an ileostomy pouch.

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Your Care at Home: Urostomy Care

A urostomy is a surgically created opening in the abdomen for urine to pass through. This program will teach you how to drain, dispose of, and replace a urostomy pouch.

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