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Do you feel pain and discomfort after recovery from #stoma surgery? The causes, coping strategies and treatment options are covered in our Pain and Discomfort booklet, downloadable here http://ow.ly/P75350Oj1zf #stoma101 #stoma #stomaaware
Do you feel pain and discomfort after recovery from #stoma surgery? It's common for people to feel pain and discomfort in the rectal or perineal area. The causes, coping strategies and treatment options are covered in our Pain and Discomfort booklet, downloadable here http://ow.ly/P75350Oj1zf #stoma101 #stoma #stomaaware
January 30, 2026 at 7:55 AM
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Pancaking impacts lots of people living with a #stoma. It occurs when instead of dropping to the bottom of the bag, the motion collects around the stoma and may seep between the flange/baseplate and the skin. https://ow.ly/HNbF50Uj5Sy

#stoma101 #stomaaware #stoma
Pancaking impacts lots of people living with a #stoma. It occurs when instead of dropping to the bottom of the bag, the motion collects around the stoma and may seep between the flange/baseplate and the skin. https://www.colostomyuk.org/information/stoma-problems/pancaking/ #stoma101 #stomaaware #stoma
January 29, 2026 at 7:55 AM
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Sleep is crucial to our health and well-being. People who have a #stoma can feel anxious about sleeping. Issues such as leakage can be disruptive too. For advice and lots of tips to get the best night’s rest, visit: https://ow.ly/rtwZ50XOo7P #StomaAware #stoma101 #Stoma
Does your stoma keep you up at night? Sleep is crucial to our health and well-being. People who have a #stoma can feel anxious about sleeping. Issues such as leakage can be disruptive too. For advice and lots of tips to get the best night’s rest, visit: colostomyuk.org/information/sleep #StomaAware #stoma101 #Stoma
January 27, 2026 at 7:55 AM
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Leakage is one of the biggest causes of anxiety for anyone living with a #stoma.

Our website has lots of hints and tips, and resources to help you manage leakage

To find out more, head to https://ow.ly/ibmz50XJMjQ

#stoma101 #colostomy #ileostomy #StomaAware
Leakage is one of the biggest causes of anxiety for anyone living with a #stoma. Our website has lots of hints and tips, and resources to help you manage leakage To find out more, head to https://www.colostomyuk.org/information/stoma-problems/sore-skinleakage/ #stoma101 #colostomy #ileostomy #StomaAware
January 25, 2026 at 8:00 AM
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#Ballooning occurs when gas expelled through the colon collects inside a #stoma bag causing it to inflate.

It's one of the most visited pages on our website! Take a look at our hints and tips to manage ballooning here: https://ow.ly/XYzi50Xh2n0

#stoma101 #stoma #stomaaware
#Ballooning occurs when gas expelled through the colon collects inside a #stoma bag causing it to inflate. It's one of the most visited pages on our website! Take a look at our hints and tips to manage ballooning here: https://www.colostomyuk.org/information/stoma-problems/wind-ballooning-and-odour/ #stoma101 #stoma #stomaaware
January 18, 2026 at 4:15 PM
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Not sure what to eat with a #Stoma? You’re not alone

Diet can be a bit of a minefield for many people living with a #Stoma. Take a look at our website: https://www.colostomyuk.org/information/diet/ or call us on: 0800 328 4257

#Stoma #Stoma101 #StomaAware
Not sure what to eat with a #Stoma? You’re not alone. 💜 Diet can be a bit of a minefield for many people living with a #Stoma, so why not check out all our guidance, hints and tips to make your output a little easier: https://www.colostomyuk.org/information/diet/ or call us on: 0800 328 4257 for support and advice. #Stoma #Stoma101 #StomaAware
January 15, 2026 at 3:00 PM
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Is your #stoma lumpy?

Granulomas are small, red, raised areas. They can cause bleeding and discomfort or prevent Stoma Bag adhesion which may result in leakage problems.

Find out more, including treatment options here: https://ow.ly/sTUN50XJAU4

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Granulomas are small, red, raised areas. They can cause bleeding and discomfort or prevent Stoma Bag adhesion which may result in leakage problems.
January 11, 2026 at 7:55 AM
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Did you know that we have a booklet all about stoma reversal? With sections from the perspective of a surgeon and a stoma care nurse it should answer any questions you may have.

It's available to download online https://www.colostomyuk.org/information/stoma-reversal/

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Did you know that we have a booklet all about stoma reversal? With sections from the perspective of a surgeon and a stoma care nurse it should answer any questions you may have. It's available to download online https://www.colostomyuk.org/information/stoma-reversal/ #stoma101 #stoma #stomaaware
January 9, 2026 at 7:55 AM
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Worried about how your stoma might affect your current or future relationships?

You're not alone—and while your stoma care nurse can help, we know it’s a tough topic to open up about. 💜

Read more: https://ow.ly/SjHo50WyEWH

#Stoma101 #stoma #stomaaware #ColostomyUK
Worried about how your stoma might affect your current or future relationships? You're not alone—and while your stoma care nurse can help, we know it’s a tough topic to open up about. 💜 Read more: https://www.colostomyuk.org/information/love-and-relationships/ #Stoma101 #stoma #stomaaware #ColostomyUK
January 8, 2026 at 2:15 PM
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Do you feel pain and discomfort after recovery from #stoma surgery? The causes, coping strategies and treatment options are covered in our Pain and Discomfort booklet, downloadable here http://ow.ly/P75350Oj1zf #stoma101 #stoma #stomaaware
Do you feel pain and discomfort after recovery from #stoma surgery? It's common for people to feel pain and discomfort in the rectal or perineal area. The causes, coping strategies and treatment options are covered in our Pain and Discomfort booklet, downloadable here http://ow.ly/P75350Oj1zf #stoma101 #stoma #stomaaware
December 29, 2025 at 8:00 AM
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Sleep is crucial to our health and well-being. People who have a #stoma can feel anxious about sleeping. Issues such as leakage can be disruptive too. For advice and lots of tips to get the best night’s rest, visit: colostomyuk.org/information/sleep #StomaAware #stoma101 #Stoma
Does your stoma keep you up at night? Sleep is crucial to our health and well-being. People who have a #stoma can feel anxious about sleeping. Issues such as leakage can be disruptive too. For advice and lots of tips to get the best night’s rest, visit: colostomyuk.org/information/sleep #StomaAware #stoma101 #Stoma
December 28, 2025 at 3:00 PM
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#Ballooning occurs when gas expelled through the colon collects inside a #stoma bag causing it to inflate.

It's one of the most visited pages on our website! Take a look at our hints and tips to manage ballooning here: https://ow.ly/XYzi50Xh2n0

#stoma101 #stoma #stomaaware
#Ballooning occurs when gas expelled through the colon collects inside a #stoma bag causing it to inflate. It's one of the most visited pages on our website! Take a look at our hints and tips to manage ballooning here: https://www.colostomyuk.org/information/stoma-problems/wind-ballooning-and-odour/ #stoma101 #stoma #stomaaware
December 22, 2025 at 8:00 AM
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Good skin care is a crucial part of any #stoma care routine. It will help maintain healthy skin around your stoma and assist in successful stoma bag adhesion. Broken, red or sore skin may increase the risk of leakage #Stoma101

For more advice, visit: https://ow.ly/Vp3C50XwMTr
Good skin care is a crucial part of any stoma care routine. It will help maintain your skin's health around your stoma and assist in successful stoma bag adhesion. Broken, red or sore skin may increase the risk of leakage and further skin problems. There's no need to put up with sore skin. Consult your stoma care nurse, or call our 24-hour stoma helpline: 0800 328 4257 to talk to an ostomate with experience of managing skin problems.
December 19, 2025 at 7:55 AM
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Could your B12 levels be low after stoma surgery?

This informative article by specialist dietitian Pooja Dhir explains why B12 matters and how to manage a deficiency.

Read it here: https://ow.ly/52PM50Wy73L

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Could your B12 levels be low after stoma surgery? Many people don’t realise that the body’s ability to absorb vitamin B12 can be affected post-surgery. This informative article by specialist dietitian Pooja Dhir explains why B12 matters and how to manage a deficiency. 💜 Read it here: https://www.colostomyuk.org/wp-content/uploads/2023/09/b12-article.pdf #Stomaaware #Stoma101 #Colostomy #Urostomy #Ileostomy
December 16, 2025 at 7:55 AM
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Not sure what to eat with a #Stoma? You’re not alone

Diet can be a bit of a minefield for many people living with a #Stoma. Take a look at our website: https://www.colostomyuk.org/information/diet/ or call us on: 0800 328 4257

#Stoma #Stoma101 #StomaAware
Not sure what to eat with a #Stoma? You’re not alone. 💜 Diet can be a bit of a minefield for many people living with a #Stoma, so why not check out all our guidance, hints and tips to make your output a little easier: https://www.colostomyuk.org/information/diet/ or call us on: 0800 328 4257 for support and advice. #Stoma #Stoma101 #StomaAware
December 15, 2025 at 7:55 AM
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Time with your Stoma Nurse can be limited & it's easy to forget to report something when you do see them

In the link below Stoma care nurse Jackie McPhail talks you through the 'PQRSTU' Assessment, to help you report pain to your Nurse
https://ow.ly/8FMP50TqIV1 #Stoma #StomaAware
Do you find time with your Stoma Nurse limited? It can be easy to forget to report something when you're do see them. In the link below Stoma care nurse Jackie McPhail talks you through the 'PQRSTU' Assessment, to help you report pain. https://ow.ly/8FMP50TqIV1 #Stoma101 #Stoma #StomaAware
December 10, 2025 at 7:55 AM
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Worried about how your stoma might affect your current or future relationships?

Explore guidance and support here: https://ow.ly/SjHo50WyEWH

#Stoma101 #stoma #stomaaware #ColostomyUK
Worried about how your stoma might affect your current or future relationships? You're not alone—and while your stoma care nurse can help, we know it’s a tough topic to open up about. 💜 Explore guidance and support here: https://www.colostomyuk.org/information/love-and-relationships/ #Stoma101 #stoma #stomaaware #ColostomyUK
December 8, 2025 at 7:55 AM
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Pancaking impacts lots of people living with a #stoma. It occurs when instead of dropping to the bottom of the bag, the motion collects around the stoma and may seep between the flange/baseplate and the skin. https://ow.ly/HNbF50Uj5Sy

#stoma101 #stomaaware #stoma
Pancaking impacts lots of people living with a #stoma. It occurs when instead of dropping to the bottom of the bag, the motion collects around the stoma and may seep between the flange/baseplate and the skin. https://www.colostomyuk.org/information/stoma-problems/pancaking/ #stoma101 #stomaaware #stoma
November 26, 2025 at 9:28 AM
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A prolapsed stoma occurs when the bowel protrudes through the stoma opening to a greater extent than anticipated. When this first happens, it can be very distressing.
These can be managed conservatively or surgically: https://ow.ly/3hH450XxAor

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Have you ever experienced a stoma prolapse or wondered what to do if it happens? A prolapsed stoma happens when the bowel pushes further through the stoma than expected — it can be really distressing when it first occurs. The good news is, it can be managed conservatively with the right support and advice. Learn more: https://www.colostomyuk.org/information/stoma-problems/prolapse-2/ Have you had this experience? What helped you cope? Let’s support each other 💜
November 25, 2025 at 4:19 PM
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Got a lumpy #stoma? It could be a granuloma—red, raised, and sometimes painful. It can also affect bag adhesion.

🔗 Learn more + treatment tips: https://www.colostomyuk.org/information/stoma-problems/granulomas/

#Stoma101 #stoma #stomaaware
Got a lumpy #stoma? It could be a granuloma—red, raised, and sometimes painful. It can also affect bag adhesion. 🔗 Learn more + treatment tips: https://www.colostomyuk.org/information/stoma-problems/granulomas/ #Stoma101 #stoma #stomaaware
November 2, 2025 at 8:00 AM
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#Ballooning occurs when gas expelled through the colon collects inside a #stoma bag causing it to inflate. It's one of the most visited pages on our website! Take a look at our hints and tips to manage ballooning here: https://ow.ly/WhGe50XkN8N #stoma101 #stoma #stomaaware
#Ballooning occurs when gas expelled through the colon collects inside a #stoma bag causing it to inflate. It's one of the most visited pages on our website! Take a look at our hints and tips to manage ballooning here: https://www.colostomyuk.org/information/stoma-problems/wind-ballooning-and-odour/ #stoma101 #stoma #stomaaware
October 31, 2025 at 9:24 AM
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Struggling with low B12 after stoma surgery?

Your body’s ability to absorb B12 may be affected.
Read expert advice from dietitian Pooja Dhir 💜

📄 https://ow.ly/vlbA50Wy6TX

#Stomaaware #Stoma101 #Colostomy #Urostomy #Ileostomy
Did you know that the body’s ability to absorb B12 may be compromised after #stoma surgery. This article, written by specialist dietitian Pooja Dhir, aims to help those who may be struggling with a B12 deficiency
October 18, 2025 at 6:55 AM
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Are you Experiencing rectal discharge?
If so you're not alone. For information and advice, take a look at our downloadable resources here: https://www.colostomyuk.org/information/stoma-problems/rectaldischarge/
You can also speak to one of our trained volunteers on 0800 328 4527
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October 16, 2025 at 2:01 PM
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Are you struggling with a high-output stoma?

Changes in output are common, but too much can be challenging to deal with daily. The article below talks about some of the causes and what might help to reduce it 💜

http://ow.ly/agtV50OtwGP

#stoma101 #Stoma #StomaAware
Are you struggling with a high-output stoma? Changes in output are common, but too much can be challenging to deal with daily. The article below talks about some of the causes and what might help to reduce it 💜 https://www.colostomyuk.org/wp-content/uploads/2016/09/HighOutputStomas.pdf #stoma101 #Stoma #StomaAware
October 15, 2025 at 6:55 AM
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Got a lumpy #stoma? It could be a granuloma—red, raised, and sometimes painful. It can also affect bag adhesion.

🔗 Learn more + treatment tips: colostomyuk.org/information/...

#Stoma101 #stotma #stomaaware
October 13, 2025 at 8:14 AM