The topic is about the availability of a product called the "stoma cup" in Australia. This product is of interest to someone with an ileostomy who often changes their appliance quickly after showering. They are curious about whether this product, or something similar, is available in Australia and plan to consult their stoma nurses for advice.

Here are some helpful insights and advice gathered from the discussion:

1. **Product Clarification**
- The Vitala™ Continence Control Device by ConvaTec is specifically for colostomies and is not the same as the "stoma cup." ConvaTec offers a contact number on their website for those interested in joining a waiting list, where applicants are pre-screened by a nurse.

2. **Where to Buy a Stoma Cup (U.S.)**
- The stoma cup is available for purchase from:
- www.cmostomysupply.com
- www.rcscompany.com, which is the site of the original inventor. They are known to be helpful and might provide advice on shipping overseas.
- If the stoma cup is not available in Australia, some users have successfully ordered it from the U.S.

3. **Alternative Products Often Confused with the Cup**
- A stoma cap, which looks like a large round bandage, is for colostomy users who irrigate and have predictable output.
- Available from Hollister.
- Insurance might cover it if a physician documents the need, such as for post-irrigation continence.
- Many users still prefer to wear a regular pouch overnight as a backup.
- Another supplier for stoma caps is White Rose Collection Ltd in the UK, available at www.whiterosecollection.co.uk. This cap is held in place with a stoma belt and is popular for keeping the stoma area dry during showers.

4. **General Tips**
- Stoma cups and caps are particularly useful for showering and other short periods when users want to keep the appliance area dry.
- In the past, people used improvised items like tuna cans for this purpose, but modern stoma cups are a safer, purpose-made alternative.
- Users with ileostomies should check the suitability of these products, as most are designed for colostomy output patterns.