Not sure if this is the right forum but here goes. I have stoma, lower left side. I have now been diagnosed with an insicional hernia on the original incision to remove the tumour. It'a about 2 inches directly below the stoma. Surgeon is going to sort it with some mesh but has advised I wear some sort of support until the op. Ive tried a couple of types which go around the waist and a piece goes down over the hernia and back up behind. Problem is that this bit sits right over the stoma! Any suggestions please?
Hi LenC
I don't have any suggestions but I noticed that your post hadn't had any replies. Responding to you will 'bump' it back to the top of the discussion list where it'll be easier for the group members who may have the right experience to see it.
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Hi LenC
My understanding is that a stoma support belt is designed to go over the stoma whilst not restricting the output. I don’t use one myself as I don’t have a hernia there, but did investigate stoma support belts in my initial recovery period just in case I needed one,
Sarah xx
Hi LenC
Sorry-yes, I understand what you’re saying but I thought that your issue was the support belt going over the stoma? Maybe I’ve misunderstood. Hopefully your surgery will sort you out-good luck with getting it fixed!
Sarah xx
It’s definitely the Macmillan Support line. Are you sure you haven’t mis dialled?
Sarah xx
Oh, that’s good-I’m glad you got there in the end.
Sarah xx
