Swimmer Anne was keen to try our new Genii™ stoma bag in the sea. It’s the only stoma bag in the world to use a silicone adhesive which means it sticks, seals and feels like it’s not even there. Here’s what Anne liked best about it… “I love being in the water and everything…
75-year-old, Bob Fitzharris, already knew about the scientific benefits of silicone thanks to his early career as a dentist. Now, he’s experienced the difference himself thanks to Genii™, the world’s first silicone-based stoma bag. “I didn’t have any symptoms at all” Three years ago, I was invited to do a Faecal Occult Blood (FOB)…
Ileostomate, Scott, was the first person to try our new Genii™ drainable stoma bag. It’s the only stoma bag in the world to use a silicone adhesive which means it sticks, seals and feels like it’s not even there. Here’s what Scott liked best about it… “Having a new silicone flange is really exciting”…
Like a lot of other physical activities, a stoma doesn’t have to stand in the way of experiencing the great outdoors. If going on hikes or long, lazy strolls was something you did before your surgery, but you’ve yet to get your walking boots back on, then this article is a step in the right…
Alfred Levy was one of the first people to try our new Genii™ stoma bag. It’s the only stoma bag in the world to use a silicone adhesive which means it sticks, seals and feels like it’s not even there. Here’s what Alfred liked best about it… “I tried lots of different products, but…
When it comes to getting our forty winks, everyone has their own way of dozing off at night. But if you’ve just had stoma surgery, sleeping comfortably can take some getting used to. Since sleep is so important to our physical and mental wellbeing, a good night’s rest lets us recharge and gets us ready…
In today’s world of WebMD and Wikipedia, it can sometimes seem like everyone’s an expert in the field of medicine whether they’re a medical professional or not. Even with over 18 million people in the UK living with long-term conditions, there is still a lot of misunderstanding about certain illnesses. To help highlight some of…
Returning to work or heading back into the office can be a real milestone when recovering from stoma surgery. It is natural to feel apprehensive about returning to work, whether you’re concerned about discomfort during the commute or if you need to tell HR about your stoma bag. Sharing information about your stoma is a…
Whether you’re going on holiday or travelling for family or work purposes, flying could well be a worry – especially if it’s the first time you’re boarding a plane since your surgery. The good news is that your stoma bag shouldn’t keep you from taking a flight, wherever you’re going. We’ll show you what you…
Although a stoma will be permanent for some ostomates, those with a temporary colostomy or ileostomy may be able to have the procedure reversed if they choose to do so. Whether it’s a few months after your initial surgery or you opt to reverse your stoma a few years later, stoma reversal surgery is a…
