1 Your body shape/stoma will change over time. What fits well today may not work tomorrow. Be prepared to look at new options or products to find what suits you
2 Aloe rings are good for broken or damaged skin but do not stick as well as other rings
3 When changing the bag get used to laying everything out in the same place before you start. This will help to ensure that once you start everything you need will be available to you
4 Your stoma may vary slightly in size during the day. When cutting your bags allow a little extra room for this flexibility. Use a ring to fit tightly around the stoma to protect the skin.
5 If due to changes in your requirements you have products you no longer need/use it is possible to donate them to foreign charities. Contact your support group who will arrange collections from time to time.
6 If your stoma is active when you are going to change your bag tuck one of the disposable bags into your underwear to catch the output.
7 If you use paste to smooth out uneven skin try warming the tube in warm water as it will help the paste flow more easily
8 If the skin under the bag is itchy it can be washed with Head & Shoulders Classic (which contains ZINC) or spray it with an inhaler. Either will help relieve the symptoms
9 If you have been using the complimentary black disposable bags & Hygienic wipes and are unable to get them now you might consider the following: Adult nappy bags https://amzn.eu/d/dyTUJEr Child nappy or dog bags are another option and Kara Dry Patient Wipes Check the internet for where to buy them For those who use wet wipes there are many options available but for sensitive skin use WaterWipes
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