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Free Guide: Healthy Skin with an Ostomy

Prevent, Spot & Treat Skin Issues

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Why This Guide Matters

Skin irritation around your stoma isn’t just “part of the deal.”
Studies show many people with a stoma experience peristomal skin issues — but irritation, rash, or rawness are not something you have to accept as normal.

Unhealthy skin can lead to leaks, discomfort, or infections.
When the baseplate doesn’t fit well, or when skin is exposed to moisture, problems can escalate.

Prevention starts with awareness — and the right tools.
With the right routine, support products, and check-ins, most skin issues can be prevented or healed.

How to Spot Early Signs of Irritation

Learn to check your skin at each bag change
Know what healthy skin should look like
Clear red flags: itching, redness, bumps, bleeding

Common Skin Issues to Watch For

Moisture-associated damage from leaks or sweat
Adhesive–related damage from bag removal or poor fit
Allergic reactions or infections

Stoma-Specific Challenges

Advice for retracted, flush, or protruding stomas
Tips for managing creases, folds, or uneven abdominal surfaces
When to seek help: signs that require a stoma nurse or specialist

Products & Support That Help

Safe ways to use stoma powders, protective sheets, and barrier films
Tips for precise cutting and fitting so the baseplate fits snugly—not too tight or loose.
How to choose the right pouching system, rings, or convex options

Why you need this guide

Empowerment: Take control of your skin health and prevent avoidable issues.
Simplicity: Easy-to-follow checks and routines
Real Solutions: Tried-and-tested tips from ostomy-care experts
Peace of Mind: Know when to act, and when to ask for help

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