Empty the bag: Before you head into the water, empty the colostomy bag. Delay eating: If you are concerned about output while you’re swimming, eat at least 4 hours before you get into the water.

A colostomy bag (pouch) is a device used to collect stool after undergoing a colostomy. You may require one if you’ve had surgery for colon cancer, Crohn’s disease, or bowel obstruction.

Stomach binders are known by a variety of names, including girdles, longuettes, trusses, and abdominal belts. Regardless of what you call it, a stomach binder is a wide piece of material, much ...