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Measure your stoma

Measure your stoma

During the first 6-8 weeks your stoma will shrink and change in shape and size.

  • An accurate cutting template will help to prevent many skin and leakage problems.
  • If the hole is too big, the skin around the stoma will be exposed to the output and at risk of skin damage.
  • If the hole is too small, the pouch will not adhere securely to the skin.
  • Use your measuring guide once a week to measure the size of your stoma and cut your pouch to the most appropriate size.
  • Some people may find it difficult cutting their pouch and achieving an accurate template.

See below for product recommendations to protect the skin around the stoma when it is changing shape and reducing in size.

Small eakin Cohesive® Seals

The Extra Protector Small eakin Cohesive® Seals provide maximum skin protection and maximum absorption capacity. They prevent leaks even for those with high fluid content and will help to increase pouch wear time.

eakin Cohesive SLIMS®

Your Everyday Seal eakin Cohesive SLIMS® provide everyday skin protection and security from unexpected leaks. Use when there is no or limited peristomal skin irritation and no other stoma complications.