Colostomy. A colostomy is an opening that connects the large bowel, or colon, to the skin. The stool draining from a colostomy will be pasty. Ostomy pouch. An ostomy pouch is the bag that collects the ...

Living with an ostomy bag requires some adjustment, but these changes are manageable. Here are some helpful tips: Skin Care: Keep the peristomal skin clean and dry. Properly fitted accessories and ...