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RE: New Ostomate

Hi Jillian and welcome, if I am right in thinking what you are describing, it sounds like the output is degrading the ring. This will happen but will ...

4 years ago
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RE: Ostomy support group I attended, and a question

Hi Ll, Great news about the support group 👍 . Yes Like you’re saying i have been experiencing this as well. I would describe mine as a full feeling. O...

4 years ago
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RE: The "Crusting Technique" Explained! (w/ video)

Hi Eylsse, Welcome to the forum, If you are using a bag with a filter try blocking of the filter with the stickers which come with the bags. A little ...

4 years ago
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RE: Another Proctectomy Thread

Hi Tony, Looks like the Health Service in R.O.I is as banked up as here in N.I. All the best in the meantime 👍

4 years ago
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RE: A Mini Guide to Ostomy Supplies: Gelling Products (w/ video)

Hi Folks, A building question 😁. I would say what you put in your pouch would have a very small impact on a septic tank even a private one for your ow...

4 years ago
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RE: Hollister #7730 Adhesive Spray + No-Sting Skin Prep?

Hi Dan, just a thought first on the weeping skin. When you take off the wafer, is their Any signs of output or excessive wear at that point. Maybe loo...

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RE: Suprize ...Suprize

Hi smarty, their is a seal from Trio it’s silicon and very flexible. I am not sure what the availability is in your neck of the woods but it’s maybe w...

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RE: The Myth: "Everyone is Different"

Hi Folks, When l post an answer or suggestion I try not to say that my thoughts or experience is what is going to work or be suitable . Ie not a “one ...

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RE: Waterbottle

I have to say I have never had any problems with either. I suppose we do take in some air whether it’s eating or drinking. That’s why yer mammy told y...

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RE: Granulomas?

Yer more than welcome 🙏. If there is a problem! There is always a solution 👍

4 years ago
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RE: Granulomas?

Hi, They whee excised off, I had no dressing. I had prepared my appliance so all they had to do was pop it on. A little scaring which I used crusting ...

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RE: Granulomas?

Hi wnorm, it was at my local hospital, was put under while the surgeon removed. Back in the ward to rest for a bit and after was free to go home. Felt...

4 years ago
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RE: Granulomas?

Hi there, You have my full sympathy. I like you have always been really careful about my changes. But I still managed a visit from these pesky little ...

4 years ago
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RE: Leak Time

Hi there, I hear the frustration from your post. I don’t have experience of convex , but I would say it can be worn with out the belt. ( someone corre...

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RE: A Special Member

Hi Folks, I am sorry to have to bring you all the news that Stella passed away peacefully last evening. She was at home with her family. Her husband l...

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RE: Eakin Rings and Open Wound

I would give the Eakin ring ago. If it stops the leaks then the skin will get a chance to heal. Eric recommends leaving the bag of if possible to give...

4 years ago
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RE: Eakin Rings and Open Wound

Hi 👋, Are you using a convex wafer , these are useful for a sunken stoma. If not discuss with your stoma nurse as they come in different levels. Yes E...

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RE: Where to buy ostomy supplies in central Lobdon, UK?

Hi Tim, Ostomy supplies in the UK are supply by means of a script from a doctor or medical centre. A lot of people will pick up the ostomy supplies fr...

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