Posts categorised under Common Issues

1 in 2 people living with a stoma will go on to develop a parastomal hernia. In this blog, a Stoma Care Nurse shares her knowledge about parastomal hernias and how to manage them.

"I’m not being paid to say this. I genuinely use and love the hell out of these Avenger style flange extenders”. Michelle’s worries of stoma bag leaks disappeared with the help of UltraFrame, the world’s thinnest flange extenders.

Leaks can happen to anyone with a stoma, the best we can do is be prepared. Anita has had her stoma for nearly 4 years and is experienced with managing leaks and sore skin around her stoma. Read her blog here…

Nick shares his experience of needing to use a disabled toilet while visiting the waterfalls and castle ruins of Wepre Park over the summer.

Steve has been struggling with stoma problems due to his lifestyle. In this blog he shares what’s been impacting his stoma and how this affects him.

Sore skin around the stoma is a common issue amongst ostomates. Stephie is currently struggling with regular leaks which are the source of her sore skin. In this blog she shares her experience and discusses what helps.