Mini Fan for Stoma Drying

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IGGIE
Sep 15, 2023 9:17 am

This fan is only 2.5 inches x 3.75 inches or 65 mm x 95 mm
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NOLA Lady
Sep 15, 2023 3:38 pm

Yes, I use a mini fan when changing. I wrap the stoma in gauze and make sure the skin is dry. This avoids fungal growth and lets parts stick well onto the skin. ๐Ÿ‘๐Ÿผ๐Ÿ‘๐Ÿผ๐Ÿ‘๐Ÿผ๐Ÿ‘๐Ÿผ

Posted by: Kimmy050263

I want to thank everyone for their suggestions, messages, and tips! So many have helped! We are learning as we go, learning the ins and outs of this bag. I have ordered special tape that does not irritate my skin and am now using Domeboro powder before putting on a new bag. My boyfriend says that my skin is so much less red!

Saw an ostomy nurse today; she said my boyfriend is doing everything right. One of my issues is that I am really thin, and my skin is really crinkly due to the surgery. We shall see how this bag goes.

This site is a real blessing. Everyone here is so awesome!

Kim

330i_
Sep 16, 2023 2:06 am

I use a hair dryer.

IGGIE
Sep 17, 2023 2:13 pm

G-Day 33, A hairdryer is great, but you can't put that in your pocket when you go out and have to make a change in an emergency.