wafer/flange

Mackster

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Posted 4/18/2017 12:56 PM (GMT -5)

about 13 months in from surgery my stoma has not only grown gradually in girth but is also now sitting at the top of a smallish 'hill'. Should I consider using a convex-shaped flange/wafer? If yes, are the flanges flexible to accommodate the curvature and will the 'sizing' be the same?

I'm not having mega problems with the flat one but if convex makes for a better/more comfortable fit maybe I should try them or is it possible for this mound to flatten out eventually. I'm not overweight or anything and have maintained a consistent body weight for over six months or more.

Any help would be much appreciated.

blksteeda

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Posted 4/18/2017 1:17 PM (GMT -5)

Generally the convex appliances are for if your stoma is flush or slightly sunken in the abdomen as the convex design helps push out the stoma from the body. I had to use convex due to my stoma being virtually flat with my stomach

Mackster

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Posted 4/18/2017 4:14 PM (GMT -5)

Oh, I'm thinking in the reverse like 'convex' bulging out and 'concave' sinking in. I guess I should be looking at concave then. Thanks

blksteeda

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Posted 4/18/2017 5:43 PM (GMT -5)

i dont think I've ever heard of a concave appliance

http://ioa2006.site.aplus.net/Recessed%20stoma-drawing,%20Flair%20Convex%20copy.jpg

Post Edited (blksteeda) : 4/19/2017 8:30:36 AM (GMT-6)

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