Hi,
My husband had a loop stoma fitted to his transverse colon on Monday. He has stage 4 bowel cancer, along with peritoneal disease - fun times!
I'm aware that he will be sent home in a few days with the standard NHS Stoma care pack, what I would like to know from you knowledgeable lot, is what else I need to have, things that have made your lives easier that aren't already going to be provided, e.g. preparations, lubricants and sealants etc. Also basic bathroom essentials to aid him. As his pouch is sat quite high, he is going to struggle to empty it into the loo, I have a bucket, so he doesn't have to bend, particlularly in the early days. What are your "can't live without items please?
Thanks in advance!
