{"id":4935,"date":"2020-09-18T08:37:08","date_gmt":"2020-09-18T08:37:08","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.medelit.com\/uk\/?post_type=avada_portfolio&#038;p=4935"},"modified":"2026-06-12T00:43:54","modified_gmt":"2026-06-11T23:43:54","slug":"stoma-care","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.medelit.com\/uk\/blog\/stoma-care\/","title":{"rendered":"Comprehensive Guide to Stoma Care: Understanding, Managing, and Living with a Stoma"},"content":{"rendered":"<div class=\"fusion-row\" style=\"max-width:100%;\">\n<section id=\"content\" class=\" portfolio-full\" style=\"float: left;\">\n<div class=\"single-navigation clearfix\">\n<p>\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<a href=\"https:\/\/www.medelit.com\/uk\/portfolio-items\/stammering-in-children\/\" rel=\"prev\">Previous<\/a><\/p>\n<p>\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<a href=\"https:\/\/www.medelit.com\/uk\/portfolio-items\/5-tips-to-beat-end-of-holiday-anxiety\/\" rel=\"next\">Next<\/a>\n\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n<article id=\"post-4935\" 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\/>\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/a>\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/li>\n<\/ul><\/div>\n<div class=\"project-content\">\n\t\t\t\t<span class=\"entry-title rich-snippet-hidden\">Comprehensive Guide to Stoma Care: Understanding, Managing, and Living with a Stoma<\/span><span class=\"vcard rich-snippet-hidden\"><span class=\"fn\"><a href=\"https:\/\/www.medelit.com\/uk\/author\/med_adm\/\" title=\"Posts by Medelit\" rel=\"author\">Medelit<\/a><\/span><\/span><span class=\"updated rich-snippet-hidden\">2025-11-05T01:28:31+01:00<\/span>\t\t\t\t<\/p>\n<div class=\"project-description post-content\" style=\" width:100%;\">\n<div class=\"fusion-fullwidth fullwidth-box fusion-builder-row-1 fusion-flex-container hundred-percent-fullwidth non-hundred-percent-height-scrolling\" style=\"--awb-background-position:left 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Stoma?<\/span><\/h2>\n<p style=\"text-align: justify;\">A <strong>stoma<\/strong> is a surgically created opening on the abdomen that allows waste (feces or urine) to exit the body when normal excretion is not possible. The term &#8220;stoma&#8221; originates from the Greek word for &#8220;mouth&#8221; or &#8220;opening.&#8221; A stoma is usually created from a segment of the intestine, appearing red or pink and moist.<\/p>\n<p style=\"text-align: justify;\">A <strong>stoma appliance<\/strong> consists of:<\/p>\n<ul style=\"text-align: justify;\" data-spread=\"false\">\n<li><strong>Adhesive baseplate<\/strong>: Attaches the device securely to the skin.<\/li>\n<li><strong>Collection bag<\/strong>: Stores feces or urine.<\/li>\n<li><strong>Soft cover<\/strong>: Provides comfort and protection.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p style=\"text-align: justify;\">Since a stoma lacks sensory nerves, it does not feel pain. However, it requires careful attention to prevent irritation and infection, as damage may not be immediately noticeable.<\/p>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<div class=\"fusion-fullwidth fullwidth-box fusion-builder-row-2 fusion-flex-container hundred-percent-fullwidth non-hundred-percent-height-scrolling\" style=\"--awb-background-position:left top;--awb-border-sizes-top:0px;--awb-border-sizes-bottom:0px;--awb-border-sizes-left:0px;--awb-border-sizes-right:0px;--awb-border-radius-top-left:0px;--awb-border-radius-top-right:0px;--awb-border-radius-bottom-right:0px;--awb-border-radius-bottom-left:0px;--awb-padding-top:20px;--awb-padding-bottom:20px;--awb-flex-wrap:wrap;\" >\n<div class=\"fusion-builder-row fusion-row fusion-flex-align-items-flex-start fusion-flex-content-wrap\" style=\"width:104% !important;max-width:104% !important;margin-left: calc(-4% \/ 2 );margin-right: calc(-4% \/ 2 );\">\n<div class=\"fusion-layout-column fusion_builder_column fusion-builder-column-1 fusion_builder_column_3_5 3_5 fusion-flex-column\" style=\"--awb-bg-size:cover;--awb-width-large:60%;--awb-margin-top-large:0px;--awb-spacing-right-large:3.2%;--awb-margin-bottom-large:20px;--awb-spacing-left-large:3.2%;--awb-width-medium:60%;--awb-spacing-right-medium:3.2%;--awb-spacing-left-medium:3.2%;--awb-width-small:100%;--awb-spacing-right-small:1.92%;--awb-spacing-left-small:1.92%;\">\n<div class=\"fusion-column-wrapper fusion-flex-justify-content-flex-start fusion-content-layout-column\">\n<div class=\"fusion-text fusion-text-2\">\n<h2 data-pm-slice=\"1 3 &#091;&#093;\"><span style=\"color: #ca1517;\">When is a Stoma Necessary?<\/span><\/h2>\n<p>Stomas are created for various medical conditions, including:<\/p>\n<ul data-spread=\"false\">\n<li><strong>Ulcerative colitis<\/strong> and <strong>Crohn&#8217;s disease<\/strong><\/li>\n<li><strong>Colorectal cancer<\/strong> and other <strong>abdominal cancers<\/strong><\/li>\n<li><strong>Diverticulitis<\/strong><\/li>\n<li><strong>Severe abdominal trauma<\/strong><\/li>\n<li><strong>Congenital abnormalities<\/strong><\/li>\n<li><strong>Intestinal obstruction or perforation<\/strong><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p>Depending on the underlying condition, a stoma can be:<\/p>\n<ul data-spread=\"false\">\n<li><strong>Temporary<\/strong>: Created to allow healing after surgery, with later reversal.<\/li>\n<li><strong>Permanent<\/strong>: Required when the lower digestive or urinary tract is no longer functional.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<div class=\"fusion-layout-column fusion_builder_column fusion-builder-column-2 fusion_builder_column_2_5 2_5 fusion-flex-column\" 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imageframe-1 hover-type-none\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"512\" height=\"512\" alt=\"stoma dressing\" title=\"512px-Bolsa_de_Ostomia_SUS_Ostomy_Bags\" src=\"https:\/\/www.medelit.com\/uk\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/3\/2020\/09\/512px-Bolsa_de_Ostomia_SUS_Ostomy_Bags.webp\" data-orig-src=\"https:\/\/www.medelit.com\/uk\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/3\/2020\/09\/512px-Bolsa_de_Ostomia_SUS_Ostomy_Bags.webp\" class=\"lazyload img-responsive wp-image-8347\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.medelit.com\/uk\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/3\/2020\/09\/512px-Bolsa_de_Ostomia_SUS_Ostomy_Bags-150x150.webp 150w, https:\/\/www.medelit.com\/uk\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/3\/2020\/09\/512px-Bolsa_de_Ostomia_SUS_Ostomy_Bags.webp 512w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 640px) 100vw, 512px\" \/><\/span><\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<div class=\"fusion-layout-column fusion_builder_column fusion-builder-column-3 fusion_builder_column_1_1 1_1 fusion-flex-column fusion-flex-align-self-flex-start fusion-column-no-min-height\" style=\"--awb-bg-size:cover;--awb-width-large:100%;--awb-margin-top-large:0px;--awb-spacing-right-large:1.92%;--awb-margin-bottom-large:0px;--awb-spacing-left-large:1.92%;--awb-width-medium:100%;--awb-spacing-right-medium:1.92%;--awb-spacing-left-medium:1.92%;--awb-width-small:100%;--awb-spacing-right-small:1.92%;--awb-spacing-left-small:1.92%;\">\n<div class=\"fusion-column-wrapper fusion-flex-justify-content-flex-start fusion-content-layout-column\">\n<div class=\"fusion-text fusion-text-3\">\n<h2 data-pm-slice=\"1 1 &#091;&#093;\"><span style=\"color: #ca1517;\">Types of Stoma<\/span><\/h2>\n<p>There are three main types of stomas, categorized by their function and the organ involved.<\/p>\n<h4><span style=\"color: #ca1517;\"><strong>1. Colostomy<\/strong> (Large Intestine Stoma)<\/span><\/h4>\n<p style=\"text-align: justify;\">A <strong>colostomy<\/strong> diverts the colon to an abdominal opening, bypassing the rectum. It can be <strong>temporary<\/strong> or <strong>permanent<\/strong>, and is classified by the section of the colon used:<\/p>\n<ul data-spread=\"false\">\n<li><strong>Cecostomy<\/strong> (from the cecum, near the appendix)<\/li>\n<li><strong>Ascending colostomy<\/strong> (right side of the abdomen)<\/li>\n<li><strong>Transverse colostomy<\/strong> (upper abdomen)<\/li>\n<li><strong>Descending colostomy<\/strong> (left side of the abdomen)<\/li>\n<li><strong>Sigmoid colostomy<\/strong> (lower left abdomen, most common)<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p>Colostomies typically produce <strong>formed stool<\/strong>, which can sometimes be regulated through irrigation and dietary adjustments.<\/p>\n<h4><span style=\"color: #ca1517;\"><strong>2. Ileostomy<\/strong> (Small Intestine Stoma)<\/span><\/h4>\n<p style=\"text-align: justify;\">An <strong>ileostomy<\/strong> connects the <strong>ileum<\/strong> (the last segment of the small intestine) to the abdominal wall. It is typically required when the colon is non-functional.<\/p>\n<ul data-spread=\"false\">\n<li><strong>End ileostomy<\/strong>: A single opening, where waste exits.<\/li>\n<li><strong>Loop ileostomy<\/strong>: A temporary measure with two openings\u2014one for waste, the other inactive.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p>Ileostomies produce <strong>liquid to semi-formed stool<\/strong>, requiring regular emptying of the collection bag.<\/p>\n<h4><span style=\"color: #ca1517;\"><strong>3. Urostomy<\/strong> (Urinary Diversion Stoma)<\/span><\/h4>\n<p style=\"text-align: justify;\">A <strong>urostomy<\/strong> is required when the bladder is removed or non-functional. The <strong>ileal conduit<\/strong> is the most common type, where a small segment of the small intestine redirects urine from the kidneys to an external collection bag. Unlike colostomies and ileostomies, urine output is continuous, necessitating a secure collection system.<\/p>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<div class=\"fusion-fullwidth fullwidth-box fusion-builder-row-3 fusion-flex-container hundred-percent-fullwidth non-hundred-percent-height-scrolling\" style=\"--awb-background-position:left top;--awb-border-sizes-top:0px;--awb-border-sizes-bottom:0px;--awb-border-sizes-left:0px;--awb-border-sizes-right:0px;--awb-border-radius-top-left:0px;--awb-border-radius-top-right:0px;--awb-border-radius-bottom-right:0px;--awb-border-radius-bottom-left:0px;--awb-padding-top:20px;--awb-padding-bottom:20px;--awb-flex-wrap:wrap;\" >\n<div class=\"fusion-builder-row fusion-row fusion-flex-align-items-flex-start fusion-flex-content-wrap\" style=\"width:104% !important;max-width:104% !important;margin-left: calc(-4% \/ 2 );margin-right: calc(-4% \/ 2 );\">\n<div class=\"fusion-layout-column fusion_builder_column fusion-builder-column-4 fusion_builder_column_2_5 2_5 fusion-flex-column\" style=\"--awb-bg-size:cover;--awb-width-large:40%;--awb-margin-top-large:20px;--awb-spacing-right-large:4.8%;--awb-margin-bottom-large:20px;--awb-spacing-left-large:4.8%;--awb-width-medium:40%;--awb-spacing-right-medium:4.8%;--awb-spacing-left-medium:4.8%;--awb-width-small:100%;--awb-spacing-right-small:1.92%;--awb-spacing-left-small:1.92%;\">\n<div class=\"fusion-column-wrapper fusion-flex-justify-content-flex-start fusion-content-layout-column\">\n<div class=\"fusion-image-element \" style=\"--awb-caption-title-font-family:var(--h2_typography-font-family);--awb-caption-title-font-weight:var(--h2_typography-font-weight);--awb-caption-title-font-style:var(--h2_typography-font-style);--awb-caption-title-size:var(--h2_typography-font-size);--awb-caption-title-transform:var(--h2_typography-text-transform);--awb-caption-title-line-height:var(--h2_typography-line-height);--awb-caption-title-letter-spacing:var(--h2_typography-letter-spacing);\"><span class=\" fusion-imageframe imageframe-none imageframe-2 hover-type-none\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"640\" height=\"360\" alt=\"stoma care\" title=\"49553632662_7fc76e6583_z\" src=\"https:\/\/www.medelit.com\/uk\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/3\/2020\/09\/49553632662_7fc76e6583_z.webp\" class=\"lazyload img-responsive wp-image-8346\"\/><\/span><\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<div class=\"fusion-layout-column fusion_builder_column fusion-builder-column-5 fusion_builder_column_3_5 3_5 fusion-flex-column\" style=\"--awb-bg-size:cover;--awb-width-large:60%;--awb-margin-top-large:0px;--awb-spacing-right-large:3.2%;--awb-margin-bottom-large:20px;--awb-spacing-left-large:3.2%;--awb-width-medium:60%;--awb-spacing-right-medium:3.2%;--awb-spacing-left-medium:3.2%;--awb-width-small:100%;--awb-spacing-right-small:1.92%;--awb-spacing-left-small:1.92%;\">\n<div class=\"fusion-column-wrapper fusion-flex-justify-content-flex-start fusion-content-layout-column\">\n<div class=\"fusion-text fusion-text-4\">\n<h2 data-pm-slice=\"1 3 &#091;&#093;\"><span style=\"color: #ca1517;\"><strong>Caring for a Stoma: Essential Guidelines<\/strong><\/span><\/h2>\n<p>Proper <strong>stoma care<\/strong> is essential for maintaining skin health and preventing complications.<\/p>\n<h4><span style=\"color: #ca1517;\"><strong>1. Skin Care and Hygiene<\/strong><\/span><\/h4>\n<ul data-spread=\"false\">\n<li>Gently clean the skin around the stoma with warm water and mild soap.<\/li>\n<li>Avoid alcohol-based products, as they can dry and irritate the skin.<\/li>\n<li>Ensure the skin is completely dry before applying a new appliance.<\/li>\n<li>Use a barrier cream if irritation occurs.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<h4><span style=\"color: #ca1517;\"><strong>2. Stoma Appliance Management<\/strong><\/span><\/h4>\n<ul data-spread=\"false\">\n<li>Empty the bag when it is <strong>one-third full<\/strong> to prevent leaks.<\/li>\n<li>Change the appliance regularly to maintain hygiene and prevent infections.<\/li>\n<li>Choose the right size pouch for your stoma, ensuring a snug fit to minimize leaks.<\/li>\n<li>Use <strong>odor-control filters<\/strong> and deodorizing drops to reduce smell.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<h4><span style=\"color: #ca1517;\"><strong>3. Dietary Considerations<\/strong><\/span><\/h4>\n<p>Diet plays a crucial role in <strong>stoma function<\/strong> and preventing complications such as <strong>blockages<\/strong> and <strong>excessive gas<\/strong>.<\/p>\n<ul data-spread=\"false\">\n<li><strong>Colostomy patients<\/strong>: High-fiber foods (fruits, vegetables, whole grains) can help regulate bowel movements.<\/li>\n<li style=\"text-align: justify;\"><strong>Ileostomy patients<\/strong>: Should eat smaller, more frequent meals and drink plenty of fluids to prevent dehydration.<\/li>\n<li><strong>Urostomy patients<\/strong>: Need to avoid foods that may cause strong urine odor, such as asparagus and fish.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<div class=\"fusion-fullwidth fullwidth-box fusion-builder-row-4 fusion-flex-container nonhundred-percent-fullwidth non-hundred-percent-height-scrolling\" style=\"--awb-border-radius-top-left:0px;--awb-border-radius-top-right:0px;--awb-border-radius-bottom-right:0px;--awb-border-radius-bottom-left:0px;--awb-flex-wrap:wrap;\" >\n<div class=\"fusion-builder-row fusion-row fusion-flex-align-items-flex-start fusion-flex-content-wrap\" style=\"max-width:1144px;margin-left: calc(-4% \/ 2 );margin-right: calc(-4% \/ 2 );\">\n<div class=\"fusion-layout-column fusion_builder_column fusion-builder-column-6 fusion_builder_column_1_1 1_1 fusion-flex-column\" style=\"--awb-bg-size:cover;--awb-width-large:100%;--awb-margin-top-large:0px;--awb-spacing-right-large:1.92%;--awb-margin-bottom-large:20px;--awb-spacing-left-large:1.92%;--awb-width-medium:100%;--awb-order-medium:0;--awb-spacing-right-medium:1.92%;--awb-spacing-left-medium:1.92%;--awb-width-small:100%;--awb-order-small:0;--awb-spacing-right-small:1.92%;--awb-spacing-left-small:1.92%;\">\n<div class=\"fusion-column-wrapper fusion-column-has-shadow fusion-flex-justify-content-flex-start fusion-content-layout-column\">\n<div class=\"fusion-text fusion-text-5\">\n<h2 data-pm-slice=\"1 3 &#091;&#093;\"><span style=\"color: #ca1517;\"><strong>Common Stoma-Related Issues and Solutions<\/strong><\/span><\/h2>\n<table style=\"height: 138px; width: 97.4669%; border-color: #000000; background-color: #dfe0e8; border-style: solid;\">\n<tbody>\n<tr style=\"height: 23px; border-color: #000000; border-style: solid;\">\n<th style=\"height: 23px; width: 26.7835%; text-align: left;\">Issue<\/th>\n<th style=\"height: 23px; width: 29.5924%; text-align: left;\">Symptoms<\/th>\n<th style=\"height: 23px; width: 87.2694%; text-align: left;\">Prevention &amp; Management<\/th>\n<\/tr>\n<tr style=\"height: 23px;\">\n<td style=\"height: 23px; width: 26.7835%;\"><strong>Skin Irritation<\/strong><\/td>\n<td style=\"height: 23px; width: 29.5924%;\">Redness, soreness, itching<\/td>\n<td style=\"height: 23px; width: 87.2694%;\">Use skin barrier products, ensure a proper appliance fit<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<tr style=\"height: 23px;\">\n<td style=\"height: 23px; width: 26.7835%;\"><strong>Leakage<\/strong><\/td>\n<td style=\"height: 23px; width: 29.5924%;\">Appliance detaching, wet skin<\/td>\n<td style=\"height: 23px; width: 87.2694%;\">Adjust pouch size, change appliance regularly<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<tr style=\"height: 23px;\">\n<td style=\"height: 23px; width: 26.7835%;\"><strong>Blockages<\/strong><\/td>\n<td style=\"height: 23px; width: 29.5924%;\">Cramping, no output<\/td>\n<td style=\"height: 23px; width: 87.2694%;\">Avoid high-fiber foods, chew food thoroughly<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<tr style=\"height: 23px;\">\n<td style=\"height: 23px; width: 26.7835%;\"><strong>Dehydration<\/strong><\/td>\n<td style=\"height: 23px; width: 29.5924%;\">Fatigue, dark urine, dizziness<\/td>\n<td style=\"height: 23px; width: 87.2694%;\">Increase fluid intake<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<tr style=\"height: 23px;\">\n<td style=\"height: 23px; width: 26.7835%;\"><strong>Gas &amp; Odor<\/strong><\/td>\n<td style=\"height: 23px; width: 29.5924%;\">Excessive gas, foul smell<\/td>\n<td style=\"height: 23px; width: 87.2694%;\">Avoid carbonated drinks, use odor-control products<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<\/tbody>\n<\/table>\n<h2 data-pm-slice=\"1 1 &#091;&#093;\"><span style=\"color: #ca1517;\"><strong>Adjusting to Life with a Stoma<\/strong><\/span><\/h2>\n<p style=\"text-align: justify;\">Living with a stoma requires both <strong>physical and emotional adaptation<\/strong>. Support groups, counseling, and proper education can significantly improve quality of life. Patients should be encouraged to:<\/p>\n<ul data-spread=\"false\">\n<li><strong>Stay active<\/strong>: Engage in light physical activity to maintain overall health.<\/li>\n<li><strong>Join support communities<\/strong>: Connecting with others with stomas can provide emotional and practical support.<\/li>\n<li><strong>Consult a stoma nurse<\/strong>: Regular check-ups can help optimize stoma care and address concerns.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<div>\n<hr \/>\n<\/div>\n<h2><span style=\"color: #ca1517;\"><strong>Conclusion<\/strong><\/span><\/h2>\n<p style=\"text-align: justify;\">A stoma can be a life-saving intervention, improving quality of life for individuals with severe digestive or urinary issues. Understanding the <strong>different types of stomas<\/strong>, their care, and how to manage daily life with a stoma is essential for patients and their families. With proper education, medical support, and lifestyle adjustments, most people with a stoma can live active, fulfilling lives.<\/p>\n<h2><span style=\"color: #ca1517;\">Stoma Home Care Service for Patients with Stoma<\/span><\/h2>\n<p data-pm-slice=\"1 1 &#091;&#093;\">The high standard of care for patients with stomas ensures optimal management of treatments and medical supplies, helping to reduce costs and minimize the risk of local complications.<\/p>\n<p style=\"text-align: justify;\">Medelit&#8217;s <a href=\"https:\/\/www.medelit.com\/uk\/services\/visiting-nursing-service\/\">Home Care Nurses<\/a> provide top-quality care, strictly adhering to medical guidelines and instructions given by the doctor. Beyond direct stoma care, Medelit\u2019s service focuses on educating patients and their families on effective stoma management. The goal is to empower patients and their caregivers with the knowledge and skills needed for independent care, reducing reliance on external assistance unless absolutely necessary.<\/p>\n<\/div>\n<div class=\"fusion-text fusion-text-6\">\n<h2 data-pm-slice=\"1 1 &#091;&#093;\"><span style=\"color: #ca1517;\"><strong>Further Reading and References on Stoma Care<\/strong><\/span><\/h2>\n<p>For additional information, consider the following reputable sources:<\/p>\n<ol start=\"1\" data-spread=\"true\">\n<li><strong>United Ostomy Associations of America (UOAA)<\/strong> &#8211; Comprehensive resources on stoma care and patient support.\n<ul data-spread=\"false\">\n<li><a href=\"https:\/\/www.ostomy.org\">https:\/\/www.ostomy.org<\/a><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/li>\n<li><strong>American Cancer Society \u2013 Colostomy and Ileostomy Guide<\/strong>\n<ul data-spread=\"false\">\n<li><a href=\"https:\/\/www.cancer.org\">https:\/\/www.cancer.org<\/a><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/li>\n<li><strong>NHS Stoma Care Guidelines<\/strong> &#8211; Official UK guidelines for stoma management and patient education.\n<ul data-spread=\"false\">\n<li><a href=\"https:\/\/www.nhs.uk\">https:\/\/www.nhs.uk<\/a><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/li>\n<li><strong>Mayo Clinic \u2013 Ostomy Overview and Management<\/strong>\n<ul data-spread=\"false\">\n<li><a href=\"https:\/\/www.mayoclinic.org\">https:\/\/www.mayoclinic.org<\/a><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/li>\n<li><strong>World Council of Enterostomal Therapists (WCET)<\/strong> &#8211; Global best practices for stoma care and professional education.\n<ul data-spread=\"false\">\n<li><a href=\"https:\/\/www.wcetn.org\">https:\/\/www.wcetn.org<\/a><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/li>\n<\/ol>\n<p>These resources provide evidence-based guidelines, practical advice, and patient support to help individuals navigate life with a stoma.<\/p>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<div class=\"fusion-fullwidth fullwidth-box fusion-builder-row-5 fusion-flex-container nonhundred-percent-fullwidth 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After relying on a very erratic NHS district nurse service for a few weeks, she contacted Medelit UK. The nurse they provided was very competent and knowledgeable. She was always on time and very flexible, visiting even on a Sunday and August Bank Holiday! If for whatever reason our timetable changed, everything was quickly rearranged by simply e-mailing Medelit. My wife would therefore like to stress the efficiency and the professionalism of the company and would strongly recommend it to anyone who might need it<\/span><\/div>\n<\/div>\n<p><svg height=\"16\" width=\"16\" role=\"none\"><use href=\"#grw-google\"\/><\/svg><\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<p><button class=\"rpi-ltgt rpi-gt grw-next\" tabindex=\"0\"><\/button><\/p>\n<div class=\"rpi-dots-wrap\">\n<div class=\"rpi-dots\"><\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<p><script>(function(p){if(!p)return;let w=p.offsetWidth,m=function(a,b){return Math.min(a,b)===a};p.querySelector('.grw-row').classList.replace('grw-row-m','grw-row-'+(m(w,510)?'xs':m(w,750)?'x':m(w,1100)?'s':m(w,1450)?'m':m(w,1800)?'l':'xl'))})(document.currentScript?.parentElement)<\/script><\/div>\n<\/p>\n<\/section>\n<section id=\"text-3\" class=\"widget widget_text\" style=\"border-style: solid;border-color:transparent;border-width:0px;\">\n<div class=\"textwidget\">\n<p><a href=\"https:\/\/www.medelit.com\/uk\/reviews-testimonials\/\">Read our Reviews &amp; 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They &#8230; <\/p>\n<\/blockquote>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<div class=\"wpcr3_review_item\">\n<div class=\"wpcr3_item wpcr3_business\" itemscope itemtype=\"https:\/\/schema.org\/LocalBusiness\"><meta itemprop=\"name\" content=\"Medelit UK\" \/><meta itemprop=\"url\" content=\"https:\/\/www.medelit.com\/uk\" \/><meta itemprop=\"image\" content=\"https:\/\/www.medelit.com\/uk\/wp-content\/plugins\/wp-customer-reviews\/css\/1x1.png\" \/><\/p>\n<div class=\"wpcr3_hide\" itemprop=\"address\" itemscope itemtype=\"https:\/\/schema.org\/PostalAddress\"><meta itemprop=\"streetAddress\"content=\"\" \/><meta itemprop=\"addressLocality\" content=\"London\" \/><meta itemprop=\"addressRegion\" content=\"\" \/><meta itemprop=\"postalCode\" content=\"\" \/><\/div>\n<div class=\"wpcr3_dotline\"><\/div>\n<div id=\"wpcr3_id_6687\" class=\"wpcr3_review\" itemprop=\"review\" itemscope itemtype=\"https:\/\/schema.org\/Review\">\n<div class=\"wpcr3_hide\" itemprop=\"author\" itemscope itemtype=\"https:\/\/schema.org\/Person\">\n<div itemprop=\"name\">Katherine Curran<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<div class=\"wpcr3_hide\" itemprop=\"reviewRating\" itemscope itemtype=\"https:\/\/schema.org\/Rating\"><meta itemprop=\"bestRating\" content=\"5\" \/><meta itemprop=\"worstRating\" content=\"1\" \/><meta itemprop=\"ratingValue\" content=\"4\" \/><\/div>\n<div class=\"wpcr3_review_ratingValue\">\n<div class=\"wpcr3_rating_style1\">\n<div class=\"wpcr3_rating_style1_base \">\n<div class=\"wpcr3_rating_style1_average\" style=\"width:80%;\"><\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<div class=\"wpcr3_review_datePublished\" itemprop=\"datePublished\">Oct 17, 2022<\/div>\n<div class=\"wpcr3_review_author\">&nbsp;by&nbsp;<span class=\"wpcr3_caps\">Katherine Curran<\/span>&nbsp;on&nbsp;<span class=\"wpcr3_item_name\"><a href=\"https:\/\/www.medelit.com\/uk\/reviews-testimonials\/\">Medelit UK<\/a><\/span><\/div>\n<div class=\"wpcr3_clear\"><\/div>\n<div class=\"wpcr3_clear\"><\/div>\n<blockquote class=\"wpcr3_content\" itemprop=\"reviewBody\">\n<p>I used Medelit to book physiotherapy for an elderly family member in London. We booked several sessions over a few weeks&#8230; <\/p>\n<\/blockquote>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<div class=\"wpcr3_review_item\">\n<div class=\"wpcr3_item wpcr3_business\" itemscope itemtype=\"https:\/\/schema.org\/LocalBusiness\"><meta itemprop=\"name\" content=\"Medelit UK\" \/><meta itemprop=\"url\" content=\"https:\/\/www.medelit.com\/uk\" \/><meta itemprop=\"image\" content=\"https:\/\/www.medelit.com\/uk\/wp-content\/plugins\/wp-customer-reviews\/css\/1x1.png\" \/><\/p>\n<div class=\"wpcr3_hide\" itemprop=\"address\" itemscope itemtype=\"https:\/\/schema.org\/PostalAddress\"><meta itemprop=\"streetAddress\"content=\"\" \/><meta itemprop=\"addressLocality\" content=\"London\" \/><meta itemprop=\"addressRegion\" content=\"\" \/><meta itemprop=\"postalCode\" content=\"\" \/><\/div>\n<div class=\"wpcr3_dotline\"><\/div>\n<div id=\"wpcr3_id_5253\" class=\"wpcr3_review\" itemprop=\"review\" itemscope itemtype=\"https:\/\/schema.org\/Review\">\n<div class=\"wpcr3_hide\" itemprop=\"author\" itemscope itemtype=\"https:\/\/schema.org\/Person\">\n<div itemprop=\"name\">Angela<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<div class=\"wpcr3_hide\" itemprop=\"reviewRating\" itemscope itemtype=\"https:\/\/schema.org\/Rating\"><meta itemprop=\"bestRating\" content=\"5\" \/><meta itemprop=\"worstRating\" content=\"1\" \/><meta itemprop=\"ratingValue\" content=\"5\" \/><\/div>\n<div class=\"wpcr3_review_ratingValue\">\n<div class=\"wpcr3_rating_style1\">\n<div class=\"wpcr3_rating_style1_base \">\n<div class=\"wpcr3_rating_style1_average\" style=\"width:100%;\"><\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<div class=\"wpcr3_review_datePublished\" itemprop=\"datePublished\">May 17, 2022<\/div>\n<div class=\"wpcr3_review_author\">&nbsp;by&nbsp;<span class=\"wpcr3_caps\">Angela<\/span>&nbsp;on&nbsp;<span class=\"wpcr3_item_name\"><a href=\"https:\/\/www.medelit.com\/uk\/reviews-testimonials\/\">Medelit UK<\/a><\/span><\/div>\n<div class=\"wpcr3_clear\"><\/div>\n<div class=\"wpcr3_clear\"><\/div>\n<blockquote class=\"wpcr3_content\" itemprop=\"reviewBody\">\n<p>Abigail from Medelit was absolutely amazing! 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