wafer/flange

Mackster

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Posted 4/18/2017 5:56 PM (GMT 0)

about 13 months in from surgery my stoma has not only grown gradually in girth but is also now sitting at the top of a smallish 'hill'. Should I consider using a convex-shaped flange/wafer? If yes, are the flanges flexible to accommodate the curvature and will the 'sizing' be the same?

I'm not having mega problems with the flat one but if convex makes for a better/more comfortable fit maybe I should try them or is it possible for this mound to flatten out eventually. I'm not overweight or anything and have maintained a consistent body weight for over six months or more.

Any help would be much appreciated.

blksteeda

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Posted 4/18/2017 6:17 PM (GMT 0)

Generally the convex appliances are for if your stoma is flush or slightly sunken in the abdomen as the convex design helps push out the stoma from the body. I had to use convex due to my stoma being virtually flat with my stomach

Mackster

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Posted 4/18/2017 9:14 PM (GMT 0)

Oh, I'm thinking in the reverse like 'convex' bulging out and 'concave' sinking in. I guess I should be looking at concave then. Thanks

blksteeda

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Posted 4/18/2017 10:43 PM (GMT 0)

i dont think I've ever heard of a concave appliance

http://ioa2006.site.aplus.net/Recessed%20stoma-drawing,%20Flair%20Convex%20copy.jpg

Post Edited (blksteeda) : 4/19/2017 8:30:36 AM (GMT-6)

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