Tag Archive: skin irritation

crusting

Crusting: 3 Steps to Treat Peristomal Skin Irritation

Healthy skin around your stoma is essential for creating a good seal and preventing leaks. Learn how "crusting" can help protect and heal peristomal skin.

Kelsey Scarborough
Ostomy Pouch Leaks

Ostomy Pouch Leaks

Leaks … *sigh*. If there is one thing that makes many people hate their stoma, it’s leaking. Read tips that can help you limit pouch leaking.

Kelsey Scarborough
ostomy skin care

Laura’s Number One Ostomy Skin Care Tip | Ask Laura

What is one thing you wish someone had told you about having an ostomy before ostomy surgery? Laura answers with an ostomy skin care tip.

Laura Cox, LPC

Serving Medicare Ostomates Nationwide
Hey Laura, I’m a new ostomate and just got the clearance from my doctor to resume a regular diet. Any tips for things I should watch out for?
Susan
Hi Susan, Excellent question!
 
I would say there are three important things you can do to reduce your risk of problems when returning to a more normal diet...