There are two ostomy bag systems: a one-piece and a two-piece. Both systems have a pouch that collects waste as well as a skin barrier (also called a flange, wafer, or baseplate) that sticks to ...

A British mountaineer who has a colostomy bag is set to lead a "major" Himalayan expedition next month. Mick Fowler, 62, from Derbyshire, will attempt to scale a 6,000m (19,685ft) peak in the ...