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What Is An Ostomy?<\/p><\/h1><\/div>

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An Ostomy<\/h2>\n

An ostomy is an opening created in the abdomen that causes a change in the way urine or stool exits that body as a result of a surgical procedure. Bodily waste is rerouted from its normal pathway because of malfunctioning parts of the urinary or digestive system. An ostomy can be temporary or permanent. If you have to have surgery you will be known as an Ostomate.<\/p>\n<\/div>

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Types of Ostomies<\/span><\/h2>\n

There are three main types of Ostomies:<\/span><\/p>\n<\/div>