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I have been using Coloplast Assura, extra extended (the clear barrier) for 20 years. I use...

https://connect.mayoclinic.org/comment/1093190/

Discussion: on coloplast pouches

Support Group: Ostomy & J-Pouch

Posted: Jun 24, 2024

Thank you. I found your advice from experience very helpful. The information is for my husband,...

https://connect.mayoclinic.org/comment/328847/

Discussion: Ileostomy leaks and skin care

Support Group: Ostomy & J-Pouch

Posted: Dec 1, 2020

My concern about shaving is creating or exacerbating irritation under the wafer. I would call the...

https://connect.mayoclinic.org/comment/290616/

Discussion: Neobladder Replacement vs. Stoma

Support Group: Ostomy & J-Pouch

Posted: Mar 2, 2020

I second the use of tincture of benzoin. It is an old-fashioned remedy. I remembered having...

https://connect.mayoclinic.org/comment/615573/

Discussion: New Ostomy: Any help would be appreciated

Support Group: Ostomy & J-Pouch

Posted: Jul 10, 2021

I use Skintac liquid adhesive by Torbot… it’s the best thing since sliced bread when it...

https://connect.mayoclinic.org/comment/1391031/

Discussion: Skin problem and blow outs on bag edge

Support Group: Ostomy & J-Pouch

Posted: Sep 10, 2025

What kinds of products have you tried using? For example do you use a flat wafer...

https://connect.mayoclinic.org/comment/316316/

Discussion: New Ostomy: Any help would be appreciated

Support Group: Ostomy & J-Pouch

Posted: Jul 23, 2020

I have had a colostomy for 3 years. I use the Convatec wafers and bags. They...

https://connect.mayoclinic.org/comment/794790/

Discussion: New Ostomy: Any help would be appreciated

Support Group: Ostomy & J-Pouch

Posted: Jan 10, 2023

Since my enterocutaneous fistula (small intestine to skin) opened up my surgery incision, my "stoma" was...

https://connect.mayoclinic.org/comment/1334430/

Discussion: Stoma barriere paste vs barriere ring/ donut. My stool acid swells myr

Support Group: Ostomy & J-Pouch

Posted: Jun 24, 2025

Sounds like you’re doing everything right. Although I’ve tried it, I don’t use adhesive remover. I...

https://connect.mayoclinic.org/comment/1256758/

Discussion: Skin problem and blow outs on bag edge

Support Group: Ostomy & J-Pouch

Posted: Mar 13, 2025

Your response has prompted me to ask if anyone knows whether a barrier ring is necessary...

https://connect.mayoclinic.org/comment/311162/

Discussion: Bladder cancer: Is a stoma the same as an ostomy?

Support Group: Ostomy & J-Pouch

Posted: May 17, 2020

After a conversation with a representative at Coloplast I ordered some samples of their protective sheets....

https://connect.mayoclinic.org/comment/1100276/

Discussion: Rash around the stoma

Support Group: Ostomy & J-Pouch

Posted: Jul 6, 2024

I have a colonoscopy, my surgery was in September so I am still in the learning...

https://connect.mayoclinic.org/comment/316322/

Discussion: New Ostomy: Any help would be appreciated

Support Group: Ostomy & J-Pouch

Posted: Nov 11, 2020

I’m glad if my reply helped you. I remember how confused we were and how desperate...

https://connect.mayoclinic.org/comment/328848/

Discussion: Ileostomy leaks and skin care

Support Group: Ostomy & J-Pouch

Posted: Dec 1, 2020

The one member who recommended burping the bag is the standard practice of removing air, especially...

https://connect.mayoclinic.org/comment/1028985/

Discussion: Any solutions to the Ostomy Bags ballooning? What can you do?

Support Group: Ostomy & J-Pouch

Posted: Mar 7, 2024

Thank you. My experience has been with my husband’s Urostomy. One thing they all have in...

https://connect.mayoclinic.org/comment/316313/

Discussion: New Ostomy: Any help would be appreciated

Support Group: Ostomy & J-Pouch

Posted: Jul 15, 2020

I just talked with Coloplast. (July 11, 2024 at 5:25 CSDST) According to Coloplast he is...

https://connect.mayoclinic.org/comment/1103894/

Discussion: on coloplast pouches

Support Group: Ostomy & J-Pouch

Posted: Jul 11, 2024

I've had an ileostomy for 20 years now, and while it took time to get the...

https://connect.mayoclinic.org/comment/712237/

Discussion: New Ostomy: Any help would be appreciated

Support Group: Ostomy & J-Pouch

Posted: May 28, 2022

Hi, I was reading this and you said the Coloplast wafer didn't work because your stoma...

https://connect.mayoclinic.org/comment/328852/

Discussion: Ileostomy leaks and skin care

Support Group: Ostomy & J-Pouch

Posted: Mar 7, 2021

I used to have skin problems especially when it is very hot and humid. Now every...

https://connect.mayoclinic.org/comment/310003/

Discussion: Urostomy: How do you care for skin under the wafer?

Support Group: Ostomy & J-Pouch

Posted: May 9, 2020

Hi @liegeman and welcome. I moved your message to the Ostomy Group here: https://connect.mayoclinic.org/group/ostomy/ In this...

https://connect.mayoclinic.org/comment/328845/

Discussion: Ileostomy leaks and skin care

Support Group: Ostomy & J-Pouch

Posted: Nov 29, 2020

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