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Online Medical Reviewer: Donna Freeborn PhD CNM FNP
Online Medical Reviewer: Marc Greenstein MD
Online Medical Reviewer: Raymond Kent Turley BSN MSN RN
Date Last Reviewed: 09/01/2025
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Facing a chronic illness alone can be hard for you and your family. If you have fears or concerns, try talking to people close to you. Also talk with your healthcare team and other people with kidney disease. Don't hesitate to ask for support or help when you need it.
Urostomy: Emptying Your Pouch
You'll need to empty your pouch when it gets to be about one-third full. The pouch is likely to become this full every 2 to 3 hours. To empty your pouch, follow the steps below.
Urostomy: Changing Your Pouch
You'll be shown how to change your pouch before you leave the hospital. Plan to change your pouch every few days. And change it early in the morning, when your urine output is less. Read on to learn how to change your pouch.
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A night drainage system collects and stores urine after a urostomy. That way, you can sleep all night without getting up to empty the pouch. Follow these step-by-step instructions.
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