Posts categorised under Stoma Problems

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.

Parastomal hernias are a known issue amongst ostomates, Anita is currently dealing with one at the site of her bladder removal surgery.

Michelle had long been a fan of Manuka honey before she discovered it was available in stoma pouches and support products from CliniMed. In this blog post she shares her experience with the antibacterial honey that has been used in medicine throughout history.

Anita has been directly affected by the NHS formularies which resulted in fewer stoma supplies being prescribed. Here she shares her experience which impacted the skin around her stoma, and caused unnecessary stress.

Michelle had a very difficult time in 2019 which included a new diagnosis, surgery on her stoma, and a tragic house fire. But she also managed to fit some fun times and celebrations in there, read on to see how she managed it all and why she is looking forward to 2020.

Jay recently attended the Royal Albert Hall for a televised event where she commemorated her late husband. Read on to see how she dealt with the anxiety of an unpredictable stoma and the worry of its activity in front of a special audience.