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My pouch is not sticking- The skin surrounding the stoma should be clean and dry before applying a new pouch.
- When cleaning the skin around the stoma, cover the stoma with a tissue to prevent the output contacting the skin.
- Avoid using wet or baby wipes as they can interfere with adhesion.
- Check that the hole in the stoma pouch is the right size.
- If there is a lot of hair on the skin surrounding the stoma – shave it off – protect the stoma with a tissue to prevent causing damage to the stoma.
- Only shave on alternate weeks to protect the skin.
See below for product recommendations.
eakin protectTM barrier film
eakin protect™ creates an optimal pouching surface and provides complete skin protection from harmful bodily fluids, excoriation and harsh medical adhesives.

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