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Frequently Asked Questions
Frequently Asked Questions about Ostomy Life

Leaks and Skin problems
Leakage and skin problems are probably the most frequently asked questions on the message boards and in the chatrooms. They probably apply to every ostomate at some stage, usually in the early days which can be a blow to self-confidence. Fortunately there is plenty of help at hand.
Try these links:

Living with a Colostomy - Leakage and Skin Problems

Shaz's Ostomy Pages - Leakage Problems

The Oley Foundation - Common Peristomal Skin Conditions

Evansville, Indiana Chapter UOA - HOW TO TELL THE DIFFERENCE BETWEEN AN ALLERGIC REACTION & A YEAST INFECTION

Living with a Colostomy - Prolapse

Shaz's Ostomy Pages - Prolapse

Mount Sinai Hospital - Prolapsed Stoma (includes photos)

Mount Sinai Hospital - The Retracted Stoma (includes photos)

Mount Sinai Hospital - Peristomal Hernia (includes photos)

Mount Sinai Hospital - Cut Stoma (includes photos)

Message Board Questions about Leaks and Skin problems

Ostomylands Wicked Wiki - Common Peristomal Skin Problems

Shaz's Ostomy Pages - Archived questions about leaks and skin care

Please Note
The links to the Message Boards are tested regularly and removed if found to be out of date. We advise you to make a copy of any useful information you may find as old messages will eventually "drop off" the boards.
All advice is offered in good faith by ostomates or family members, but should be checked with your ostomy nurse or doctor.

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