“Can they smell anything from my pouch? Do they notice my pouch? Who should I tell about my ostomy surgery?”
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Time to Face Your Fears
Make sure your pouch is secure.
Odor can occur when there’s a loss of seal at the stoma site or if the tail closure is not clean.
ESENTA™ Sting Free Skin Barrier Wipes* create a breathable barrier that protects the skin from damage caused by pouch application. This can help secure the barrier around your stoma.
*Refer to Instructions-for-Use prior to use.
Avoid foods that can cause excessive odor such as:
- Asparagus
- Baked beans
- Broccoli
- Eggs
- Fish
Some food and drinks can help reduce odor, including:
- Cranberry juice
- Orange juice
- Parsley
- Peaches
- Melons
Use odor-control sachets
If you have an ileostomy with liquid output, this product will solidify liquid contents and reduce or eliminate excess gas, which may also lead to a flatter, more discreet pouch.
Support Group Finder
People who have or will have surgery, caregivers, family, friends and medical professionals are invited to attend and benefit from lifelong learning and emotional support. The United Ostomy Associations of Americans (UOAA) has created a user-friendly support group finder to help you find a UOAA Affiliated Support Group (ASG) in your area. The UOAA has approximately 300 affiliated ostomy support groups throughout the United States, providing the opportunity for local support.
Support Group Finder provided by the United Ostomy Associations of Americas, Inc.
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