Articles of February,2026

Why Use Convexity In Ostomy Supplies?

Posted on Feb 27, 2026 by Hunaid Germanwala

Convexity in ostomy supplies exists to provide optimum stoma seal. Convex ostomy systems are beneficial for people who have stoma with uneven shape, unusual size, or other irregularities around the stoma skin area. When the stoma sits below skin level it becomes recessed or retracted which can cause the surrounding skin to be sunken or uneven.

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Posted in Ostomy Guide

8 Travel Tips For Ostomates

Posted on Feb 27, 2026 by Anushree Kothari

Having an ostomy should not stop you from traveling anywhere in the world. At first, you might be reluctant to travel with a stoma. You might be worried about falling short of ostomy supplies, not finding a proper place to change the ostomy pouch, or facing an embarrassing situation during your journey. The solution to all these worries is planning, so plan accordingly.

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How to Prevent Excess Gas Accumulating in Your Ostomy Pouch?

Posted on Feb 27, 2026 by Hunaid Germanwala

Ostomates often have issues with accumulation of gas in their ostomy pouch. Passing gas and farting with ostomy can be embarrassing. Consider the fact that a human passes gas upto 14 times a day. Fortunately it is possible to escape from such awkward moments by employing proper appliances and adopting healthy lifestyle.

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Catheters and Types

Posted on Feb 27, 2026 by Razia Sanwari

There are different kinds of catheters – intermittent catheter, indwelling/Foley catheter, external/condom catheter. Suprapubic catheterization is an option, too.

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Posted in Urological Care

7 Best Burn Creams

Posted on Feb 27, 2026 by HPFY Staff Writer

It is common for the skin to get burn injuries due to exposure to various sources like steam, hot flames, harmful chemicals, or overexposure to the sun. Burns can be categorized into first, second, third, and fourth-degree burns. The classification of the burn may change over time.

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Posted in Burn Dressings

Honey ‘The Healer’ Dressing

Posted on Feb 27, 2026 by Razia Sanwari

Honey is well known for its antimicrobial and anti-inflammatory properties and has for years some types have been used as a healing agent for wounds, burns and ulcers. Difficult and severe wounds have been known to react to honey and heal effectively.

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Posted in Honey Dressings

Treating Decubitus Ulcers

Posted on Feb 27, 2026 by Kevin Cleary

Decubitus ulcers are caused by pressure on soft tissue over bony areas of the body. Such pressure sores or bedsores can be treated by wound care dressing.

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Types of Wound Dressings and How to Use Them

Posted on Feb 27, 2026 by Taikhum Sadiq

Wound dressings are coverings made of either natural or synthetic fibers. which help cover, protect, and heal a wound. Divided into Primary dressing and Secondary dressing.Shop @ Shopwoundcare.com

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How to Treat Burn Wounds?

Posted on Feb 27, 2026 by Kevin Cleary

Burns can be a painful and dangerous type of wound. The type of treatment is dependent on the type of burn in the depth of damage in the skin. Once the type of burn is determined the correct course of treatment will lead to healing and most importantly less pain for the burn victim.

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How to remove Bandage adhesive from Skin?

Posted on Feb 27, 2026 by HPFY Staff Writer

The use of bandages is very common in the medical industry. These are used as primary dressings directly over the wound or can be used to bind or wrap an injured body part. While using adhesive or liquid bandages, everyone has experienced chapped skin and pain with the thought of how to get adhesive off the skin.

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Posted in Skin Care

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