Hi, I wear a stoma guard in the shower but water gets under the wafer tape and I think it is irritating my skin. Anyone else having this issue?
AL77
Nov 20, 2024 3:48 pm
xnine
Nov 20, 2024 4:17 pm
I wear a shower curtain to keep the direct spray off. If your skin is not dry, it can cause problems.
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xnine
Nov 20, 2024 4:54 pm
I made it myself. Elastic belt, sheet of plastic, and water proof tape. There is a post on here on how to make it. If you look at my profile and check my posts back to April 2016 you should find it.
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warrior
Nov 20, 2024 4:56 pm
My understanding of a stoma guard is to provide protection to the stoma itself if you're being physical, like playing sports or working in a warehouse, etc.
I've never heard of using a stoma guard in the shower.
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Mark1070
Nov 20, 2024 5:33 pm
I like to keep everything dry by covering it with a 4 inch Tupperware bowl
AL77
Nov 20, 2024 5:49 pm
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Hi, this is the stoma shower guard I use.
Axl
Nov 21, 2024 10:24 am
That doesn't make sense that water would irritate your skin, do you use flange extenders ?
warrior
Nov 21, 2024 11:58 am
Agreed. Water doesn't irritate... Where does that logic come from?
Re: terminology on this site.
What you really have is a bag cover. It does not protect your stoma at all. When you say guard, it might be true the cover guards against water.
(From this site, most members agree covers are a waste of time and money.)
I have a stoma guard that is similar in shape to a dome, or half dome, with a flange and stick adhesive. It's hard plastic. This will guard or protect your stoma from external hits, rubs, and environmental situations.
A lot of terms on here that will trip you up. Be careful.
On a lighter note, you can use this plastic guard in the shower to protect against bumps and grinds while entertaining a partner. Your bag cover would be useless in that situation. 😁🤦♂️
IGGIE
Nov 23, 2024 12:52 pm
Guys, just make this from part of a Hollister bag and use a belt. Regards, IGGIE
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