Stoma problems - pancaking, ballooning, discharge, - Colostomy UK
Advice on common stoma problems such a pancaking, ballooning, discharge, hernias, sore skin, diarrhoea, constipation and odour.
Stoma Blockage - Colostomy UK
How do I know if I have a blocked stoma/bowel obstruction? As mentioned above, the most obvious sign of bowel obstruction is that the stoma output slows down or may even stop altogether. For people with a colostomy, a blockage could happen over several days and may start with signs of constipation.
Advice on ballooning - Colostomy UK
When in the bath, shower, or swimming ensure the filter does not get wet and become ineffective; you can cover it with a sticky patch supplied in your box of stoma bags. If you would like to discuss ballooning with one of our volunteers please call our helpline on 0800 328 4257
What is a prolapsed stoma? - Colostomy UK
A prolapse of the stoma occurs when the bowel protrudes through the stomal opening in the skin to a greater extent than was anticipated. The amount of protruding bowel can vary from 2-3cm to more than 10cm.
problem several times a day. The amount of bowel left behind after surgery varies. The longer the length of redundant bowel the more likely it is to have problems, as there is capacity for more mucus to be produced. Unless you have a loop colostomy, …
Sore skin/leakage - Colostomy UK
Good skin care is a crucial part of any stoma care routine, because it will help maintain a healthy skin around your stoma and assist in successful stoma bag adhesion. Broken, red or sore skin may increase the risk of leakage and further skin damage.
Wind, diarrhoea and constipation problems - Colostomy UK
If a large section of the colon has been removed, then your stoma is likely to work more often and the output is usually fairly liquid or of a toothpaste consistency. If most of the colon is still intact then motions will be more formed and less frequent.
All your pancaking advice - Colostomy UK
2023年2月21日 · “My experience with pancaking very much depends on the consistency of the stoma output which varies with my diet.” “Increasing your daily intake of water seems to be the number one home remedy for pancaking.”
Problems with pancaking - Colostomy UK
Pancaking occurs when, instead of dropping to the bottom of the bag, the motion collects around the stoma and may seep between the flange/baseplate and the skin. This can happen because there is not enough air in the bag and so the two sides stick together.
Stoma Support Organisations - Colostomy UK
Stoma Aware Training; Useful articles on stomas; What is a stoma? I’m about to have a colostomy; Managing your stoma; I’m having problems with my stoma. Stoma Blockage; Getting a good night’s sleep; Stoma reversal; Diet; Information for carers; Caring for a person with a stoma and dementia; Obtaining prescription supplies; Irrigation ...