Stoma Covers

Hi Care

I’ve never used covers for either of my stoma bags they are waterproof, so I just go in the shower or bath as normal and then change my bags for fresh ones when I get out. I go in a swimming pool too without covers on either bag since covers aren’t needed. What was your reasoning for wanting covers for the bag?

Sarah xx

I’ve only got one box of ten left and I was thinking if I could cover it while I was showering then I would be able to keep it dry and not change it for another one. 

Have you got a new supply of bags coming? I remember you were having issues getting more.

I hope so! I have in the past dried my bag with the hairdryer on a low setting which is very effective and might be a solution if you’re desperate! My colostomy bag dries very quickly like this, but of course it’s not ideal. 

I don’t think people understand how stressful it is to be running low on supplies when we need them to be able to function.

Sarah xx

A quick search online shows that waterproof covers for the bag are readily available but unfortunately I can’t put a link here as it’s against the guidelines. Have a search if you haven’t looked already and this might be a good solution?

Sarah xx

Hi Twirly,

I've tried covering with a hand towel in the shower (I read that online somewhere) but that impedes washing - only one hand available. Plus the adhesive collar gets wet anyway and softens a bit. I generally air-dry after a shower for a while under a bathrobe and then don't have to change the bag again until next day. (I try and keep to a 2-day wear as I have sensitive skin and too much changing can lead to sores according to my stoma nurse.)

I would change if I used a swimming pool though because of chemicals etc but a sauna and shower is manageable on my usual schedule. Have seen covers in catalogues and online but haven't tried them

All the best,

Latestart

Hi Twirly

I have two stomas and find getting them wet in the shower a nusance. I know there are plenty of shower covers one can order on line but I do a rather silly simple thing - I take a little dustbin bag (the kind you use for a little bathroom trash can) and I tape it to myself - just the top and sides seems to work. My stoma bag stays dry. I know thats not very sophisticated but it works for me! lol. 

Good luck!