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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

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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

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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

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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

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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

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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

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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

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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

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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

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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

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