Ostomy: Discussions | Mayo Clinic Connect

Thank for your emails. I was told by the Ostomy nurse the wafer was the right...

https://connect.mayoclinic.org/comment/1071533/

Discussion: The base of stoma covered by wafer: Remedy?

Support Group: Ostomy

Posted: May 20, 2024

Re-measure the stoma and cut the wafer appropriately.

https://connect.mayoclinic.org/comment/1071372/

Discussion: The base of stoma covered by wafer: Remedy?

Support Group: Ostomy

Posted: May 20, 2024

I use Hollister but terms are similar. A wafer would be the baseplate that goes directly...

https://connect.mayoclinic.org/comment/1104604/

Discussion: on coloplast pouches

Support Group: Ostomy

Posted: Jul 12, 2024

He should be getting wafer prep moist pads from your supplier (I use 180Medical for my...

https://connect.mayoclinic.org/comment/310002/

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

Support Group: Ostomy

Posted: May 9, 2020

Hi my wife changed mine for me . I use to have leaks until the stoma...

https://connect.mayoclinic.org/comment/616772/

Discussion: Ileostomy leaks and skin care

Support Group: Ostomy

Posted: Jul 15, 2021

Thanks @engelee. Do we need to give the adhesive wipe time to dry also before applying...

https://connect.mayoclinic.org/comment/310004/

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

Support Group: Ostomy

Posted: May 10, 2020

Hi I also had a urosotomy in Nov 2019. After about a month or so I...

https://connect.mayoclinic.org/comment/310014/

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

Support Group: Ostomy

Posted: Jul 22, 2020

I didn't use moldables. I cut the hole in the wafer/barrier myself. You can get them...

https://connect.mayoclinic.org/comment/968371/

Discussion: Questions about managing a Stoma Pouch

Support Group: Ostomy

Posted: Nov 20, 2023

Want to add wafer cut too small for pouch opening.

https://connect.mayoclinic.org/comment/1071100/

Discussion: The base of stoma covered by wafer: Remedy?

Support Group: Ostomy

Posted: May 19, 2024

I am using a one piece disposal pouch. I think changing the wafer and cleaning the...

https://connect.mayoclinic.org/comment/1080553/

Discussion: Rash around the stoma

Support Group: Ostomy

Posted: Jun 4, 2024

Thank you for your reply @jshollett. I did not know about using a loofa. We have...

https://connect.mayoclinic.org/comment/310005/

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

Support Group: Ostomy

Posted: May 10, 2020

I also use a dryer every time I change the appliance — warmth helps seal the...

https://connect.mayoclinic.org/comment/1079414/

Discussion: Rash around the stoma

Support Group: Ostomy

Posted: Jun 2, 2024

I’m using a 1 piece Sensura Mio soft convex pouch with Bravo protective seal. Are you...

https://connect.mayoclinic.org/comment/968167/

Discussion: Swimming Melted the Brava ostomy protective seal

Support Group: Ostomy

Posted: Nov 20, 2023

@leigeman, don’t lose heart. For several months your abdomen is still adjusting to the surgery. When...

https://connect.mayoclinic.org/comment/328846/

Discussion: Ileostomy leaks and skin care

Support Group: Ostomy

Posted: Nov 30, 2020

Coloplast convex extended wear wafer. I buy through Cardinal Health (Edgepark Medical Supplies). They send supplies...

https://connect.mayoclinic.org/comment/1031663/

Discussion: Ostomy: Adapting to life after colostomy, ileostomy or urostomy

Support Group: Ostomy

Posted: Mar 11, 2024

Not at all. And I’m able to do anything I want. Swim, hike, travel… The first...

https://connect.mayoclinic.org/comment/907106/

Discussion: Ostomy: Adapting to life after colostomy, ileostomy or urostomy

Support Group: Ostomy

Posted: Aug 3, 2023

Hi! I'm a little confused by "my protective seal was melted in my pouch". Was the...

https://connect.mayoclinic.org/comment/973442/

Discussion: Swimming Melted the Brava ostomy protective seal

Support Group: Ostomy

Posted: Dec 1, 2023

I use Convatec had the same problem ,leakage in the wafer. A wound care nurse told...

https://connect.mayoclinic.org/comment/1225505/

Discussion: Changed barrier design and now leaks. What can I do?

Support Group: Ostomy

Posted: Jan 30 11:59am

I would contact surgeon about the amount of fluid leaking from the belly button. That would...

https://connect.mayoclinic.org/comment/1066950/

Discussion: Ostomy bag won't stick - fluid from belly button

Support Group: Ostomy

Posted: May 13, 2024

I had so many leaks for the first couple of months, frustrating isn't a strong enough...

https://connect.mayoclinic.org/comment/328849/

Discussion: Ileostomy leaks and skin care

Support Group: Ostomy

Posted: Jan 1, 2021

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