Our Literature - Leaflets and Booklets
Please see below a list of our literature in alphabetical order, available to download and print for registered users. The files listed are PDF files (portable document format) to view these files you will require the latest plugin for Adobe Acrobat Reader (which may already be installed on your computer) available from Adobe.com or simply click 'Get Acrobat Reader' to receive the latest free download.
If you are already registered with the colostomy Association then please click on the Login link at the top of the page to logon and you will then be able to download the print the Leaflets and Booklets. If you have not registered please click here or click on the Register link at the top of the page.
• About Rectal Discharge
Many people with a stoma experience discharge from the back passage despite the fact that they have a colostomy...
• About Stoma Reversal
Perhaps you are trying to decide whether to have a reversal...
• An Introduction to Irrigation
Colostomy Irrigation can, in suitable cases, be an alternative to wearing a stoma pouch...
• Caring for Colostomates
An Aid-Memoire for Nursing Staff and other Carers who look after people with a Colostomy...
• Healthy Eating
Guidelines on nutritional management for people with a colostomy...
• Living with a Colostomy
Information for colostomates and their carers...
• Travel Advice
Having a colostomy should not prevent you from travelling at home or abroad...
• Chris has an Ostomy
A story/colouring book aid for children about
to have a stoma surgery