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Artificial Urinary Sphincter: A Caregiver Guide for Seniors

Sphincters in the urinary system are muscles that allow your body to hold in urine. An inflatable artificial (man-made) sphincter is a medical device. This device keeps urine from leaking.…

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Caregiving & Family Support

Colostomy Care at Home: A Caregiver Guide

Description Understanding colostomy care home caregivers is important for seniors and their caregivers. the procedure is usually done after: Bowel resection (removal) Injury to the bowel The colostomy may be…

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Aging in Place

Hemorrhoid Surgery Recovery at Home: A Senior Guide

Hemorrhoids are swollen veins around the anus. They may be inside the anus (internal hemorrhoids) or outside the anus (external hemorrhoids). Understanding hemorrhoid surgery recovery seniors home care is important…

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Cataract Surgery Recovery at Home: A Senior Guide

Cataract removal is surgery to remove a clouded lens ( cataract ) from the eye. cataracts are removed to help you see better. The procedure almost always includes placing an…

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Caregiving & Family Support

Tracheostomy Care at Home: A Caregiver Guide

Daily Tracheostomy Care Routine Keeping the tracheostomy tube clean and the airway moist is the heart of home care. Clean the skin around the stoma twice a day with sterile…

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Gallbladder Surgery Recovery at Home: A Senior Guide

Description Understanding gallbladder surgery recovery seniors home is important for seniors and their caregivers. surgery is done while you are under general anesthesia so you will be asleep and pain-free.…

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