Question Hi, I’m a new ileostomy patient (5 weeks post-op) with a retracted stoma and a very foreign (non-English) OHIP stoma nurse whom I don’t understand. I’m struggling with leaks and damaged skin and changing bags four times a day. I see the nurse every two weeks and she changes the bag for me, which…
Question After going through an ileostomy last year I was ‘taught’ how to apply my flange when using a 2-part flange/pouch system. After cutting the hole in the flange to the needed size I was ‘taught’ to put a bead of Adapt paste around the edge of the hole in the flange before adhering the…
Question This message is to request your assistance with the following: 1) Bedding and daily solutions for protection from leakage2) Dignity – Ways to make my Dad feel better about himself and not embarrassed about his condition. My Dad is a wonderful man. He has helped others expecting nothing in return for many years. He…
Question I am inquiring on behalf of my client. Do you have a support group for people living with a colostomy bag in the Yukon? My client (age 69) and with limited eyesight and living in a very small community, is adjusting however there are obstacles to overcome. I think she would be greatly helped…
Question My aunt just came home from the hospital on Friday after a colostomy (as well as 2 other surgeries). As she is legally blind this will be a big challenge for her going forward. Do you have any resources you might recommend in a situation such as hers? She lives in the Sutton Ontario…
Question I’ve noticed that I lost 6 pounds overnight. I know the scales are accurate. I could feel it in my clothes as well. How is this possible? Is this common? Response Regardless of the type of ostomy or bowel diversion, it is not typical to experience a 6-pound weight loss overnight. Having said…
Question I’ve had an ostomy for about 5 years but in the last 3 months, the skin under and around the ostomy bag just doesn’t want to stay healed. It’s in a constant state of “red and weeping” or “dry, scabby and peeling”. If I get a handle on it, this doesn’t last. I use…
Question I am 84 yrs. old. I have an ileostomy which I have had for about 29 years, on my right side. A skin sag has developed about one inch below the stoma and is causing adhesion problems for my appliance. I use ConvaTec SUR-FIT Natura Stomahesive Flexible wafer REF 125264. I use Coloplast Brava…
Question I was operated on in January and have had no difficulty with my appliances (Hollister), except, most evenings it fills up with more air than urine and I need to empty about every 45 minutes. Is this normal and is there any way to prevent it from happening? Response Your night system should…
Question I got my ileostomy in December 2019 and can’t seem to get the flange attached so it doesn’t leak. I have had home care, I have watched videos, I have tried ConvaTec, Hollister, Coloplast and it doesn’t seem to matter. I have used 8 in the last 8 days. I am afraid to go…
Question I have had an ileostomy for over 15 years now. I have most recently been having very very high watery output several times a day. I am concerned about dehydration and have been consuming diluted electrolyte drinks. I have been hospitalized with very low and nondetectable levels of magnesium in the past, as a…
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Question I received a permanent ileostomy in March 2019 and am now receiving the Ontario Assistive Devices Program grant every 6 months. Today I was using a software tax program for my 2019 taxes and I received an alert, from the program, that I may be eligible for a Disability Tax Credit. Until today I…
Question Can you direct me to resources for what to buy someone to help with recovery after getting their ostomy bag? Any information on things that would help the person while they recover and make recovery easier would be greatly appreciated. Thank you!! Response There is a multitude of resources that you will want…
Question My Dad is recovering well from his November 2019 Ostomy. Being very active, he’s seeking a belt that we cannot find anywhere. The only belts seen are very basic. He’s reluctant to buy online, sight unseen.Any ideas where to locate? Any help is appreciated. Response Before purchasing an ostomy support belt/stoma guard, I…
