Topic Explanation:
The forum topic is about finding recommendations for shower protection for an ostomy bag. The original poster shares their experience of using a plastic bag and medical tape to protect the ostomy bag during showers and asks for other product recommendations that can help protect the wafer and ostomy bag during showers.
Advice and Insights:
- Some users use homemade solutions like a shower curtain apron or Glad Press and Seal to protect their ostomy bag during showers.
- Others use waterproof tape to secure the edges of the wafer or ostomy bag during showers.
- Some users shower without any additional protection and then use a hair dryer to dry the pouch and the flange after the shower.
- Using a garbage bag and transpore tape, or a plastic shower cap with medical tape, are also mentioned as effective methods for shower protection.
- Some users change their pouch every day, while others have longer wear time, attributing it to taped edges or using specific products like Aqua Seal or zinc oxide-containing shampoo.
- Blow drying the ostomy after a shower is recommended to help with possible skin irritation.
- Some users prefer showering without any covering for the ostomy bag, ensuring to dry it off with a towel afterward.
- The use of essential oils in the pouch to avoid odor, and the application of zinc oxide for skin protection, are also mentioned.
- There is a variety of opinions on whether to cover the ostomy bag during showers, with some users feeling comfortable showering without any protection and others preferring to use coverings.
- Medicare coverage for waterproof tape is discussed, along with the benefits of using zinc oxide for skin protection.
Conclusion:
The forum discussion provides a range of recommendations and insights for protecting an ostomy bag during showers, catering to different preferences and needs.
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