Thank you Judy. That is the same advise the nurse suggested during my preop session....
I have had an ileoscopy and am now ready for the operation to remove part of my colon.Prior to my colonscopy I had to drink Nulyte solution to cleanse my system, spending much time in the bath. Now I...
I am the person who started this letter. Thank you all for your contributions. I started using the Convatec Moldable about 2 weeks ago. I went 6 days before changing - and that was without any Eakin...
Have any of you used the Convatec Moldable units and if so did you find it necessary to also use a ring such as Eakin or etc ?...
Thank you, Judy.Will try the wipes. Know what you mean re Prednisone>Was my worst enemy too....
I just changed my wafer, had a leak, and the area around my stoma, about 3/4 inch dia is quite red. There does not seem to be any eruptions, just the color.Is this something I should be concerned...
Cattieos, you mention going too long and the skin underneath is red. How do you treat the skin before attaching a new unit? I just washed and dried (today). Hope thgat is all it takes. I am replacing...
Thank you all for your comments. I am slowly learning. The worse part is deciding on just what appliance I want to use.about as bad as buying a car. LOL. Lolad...
I have just recently had an ileostomy and have been told to expect about a 7 day usage with the appliance and 3-4 day with the pouch.I am using a 2 piece unit from Hollister and am in the 4th day. I...
Thank you all for your comments. There are so many options that it is difficult making a decision....
Some of you mention "hot-tub".I have been told you cannot go in a hot-tub, the adhesive won't stick. How do you do it? I miss not using mine....
Has anyone used and if so were you satisfied, with their Assura 2-piece drainable pouch with EasiClose Outlet?...