Great to here of a product doing the job and a happy bunny at the end of it

That's really great to hear!! Thanks for sharing!

i would love to try these but Coloplast have not released them to Ireland (and Scotland) yet , I keep pestering the Coloplast reps but they can't even give out samples here .

I tried a sample and decided to get these the next time I need supplies.  I was getting the maximum amount allowed by Medicare and my insurance company and have about a 6 month supply to get rid of first.  I am presently am using Safe-n-Simple rings which work well but they do leave a little residue to clean off.

Posted by: Tony H

i would love to try these but Coloplast have not released them to Ireland (and Scotland) yet , I keep pestering the Coloplast reps but they can't even give out samples here .

Coloplast is the most frustrating brand when it comes to availability of products across different countries. I hope you don't have to wait very long until it's available there. 

Posted by: VeganOstomy

Posted by: Tony H

i would love to try these but Coloplast have not released them to Ireland (and Scotland) yet , I keep pestering the Coloplast reps but they can't even give out samples here .

Coloplast is the most frustrating brand when it comes to availability of products across different countries. I hope you don't have to wait very long until it's available there. 

I hope I get to try them soon , but my present arrangement seems to be working well at the moment , I don't know how your skin survives with all the testing , but just so you know all your efforts are really appreciated , only for patient advocates like you people would be in serious trouble .

Posted by: Tony H

 

I don't know how your skin survives with all the testing , but just so you know all your efforts are really appreciated

And so say all of us!!!! We all strive for good skin  and the perfect pouch! People this Lad takes himself out of the comfort zone! Not forgetting the time that goes into this site.

Amen and Amen (from the church lady!!)  I would still be struggling even more than I am if it hadn't been from all the good advice that Eric has gleaned from all of his testing. I'm grateful to you Eric from the bottom of my heart thank you

Second change with Brava seal . Skin is PERFECT . Nothing melted onto skin like Ekin rings do . All came off clean one piece .Wow so glad I saw Eric's review on these . I think I will go 4 days on this change and see . 

Thank you Eric for your review on Brava seal. You're the BESTEST

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Eric, and all that plucking and shaving?  You are a super man!! IF I could, I would give you even more stars than or bubbles-- but? u know me.. for what it is worth.. Your my star too !!!

Tony,

Brava Protective Seals are available in England.  I received many samples and I am now using the seal as my daily item (yes, I change my 1-piece pouch every day).  As everyone says, they are great.  I am surprised that they are not available in Scotland.  I hope that you can try them in the very near future.

kiya

Kiya, so YOU do  like these huh?  Any leaks with these? skin problems?   I also like the Ekin seals.. They seem to me, hold the acid etc. for a 2-3 day change.. Depending if I eat any tomato sauce..          I will order some as everyone loves them-- and I have my others to have as a back up..   ** Ekin seals I don't have any itching.. Until I need a change.. 2-3 days .. 

Glad to see you in here Kiay!! Marcie..

Posted by: Marcie

Kiya, so YOU do  like these huh?  Any leaks with these? skin problems?   I also like the Ekin seals.. They seem to me, hold the acid etc. for a 2-3 day change.. Depending if I eat any tomato sauce..          I will order some as everyone loves them-- and I have my others to have as a back up..   ** Ekin seals I don't have any itching.. Until I need a change.. 2-3 days .. 

 

Glad to see you in here Kiay!! Marcie..

Make sure you order Protective Seal not moldeable ring . They look alike. The new one Proective seal comes in a light blue cover and in thin or thick . Also I think 4  hole sizes . Get the one closest to your stoma . I break open into a U shape then start by tucking on under part of stoma then wrapping around meeting open ends on top and pressing together . This give a snug custom fit.

Hey, Bubbles, I do the same with cutting in half.. Give me the NICE extra convex I need instead of a deeper convex.  When u do this half cut-do u use a light/deep convex? what kind of wafer/ pouching company do u use?  I use Coloplast,  mio one piece, and their 2 piece extra lock.. both light convetx. 

Yes, as Bubbles mentioned, be sure that if you plan to order these that they are the Protective Rings, not Moldable Rings (which, aren't very good). Coloplast sells both. 

I have one on for the first time and it seems to working very well.  Question.  How do you choose between the various sizes and thicknesses?  What criteria do you look at?  Thank you!!   

Hi Bluedevil and welcome to the forum. The barrier ring can be fitted so it’s touching the stoma. So use that for the width. Although the ring can be broken shaped etc to your needs. I often have used a larger ring by breaking out what I don’t need. The thickness well it depends on whether you want to fill out a dip or crease or just extra security. The deeper will also adsorb more. The company’s are happy to provide samples 

@bluedevil.. Welcome to VO!! I'll let someone else answer that question as  I'm not sure either! If you like, why don't you start a new forum & introduce yourself to everyone here.  We like to give new members a welcoming they deserve. Sharing your story can help you also. 

Don't be shy here. We get questions of all kinds & love to help if we can! We'll toss ideas around & you get to pick & choose what helps you most, or just lend an ear to your situation.  What ever the need be!  All the best to you & your little pal! 

Linda