I have had multiple people tell me that I do not need to use
adhesive remover, and that if I keep removing my bag without it, I will get used to
it...
I would never tell anyone what products they do and do not
need to use, because we’re all very different. Our skin is different, the
issues we have are different, and what suits our skin is different. So, I do
not feel I ever need to explain to anybody why I use an adhesive remover, but I
will simply state that I DO need to.
I know that GP’s in certain areas do not like to provide it
on prescription because it is not deemed “necessity”, but I can, with complete
certainty say that if I was refused it, I would purchase it.
I ordered samples of so many different products, and by far
the best for me is the Trio Ostomy Care one. I feel like it lasts so much longer than any
of the others I tried too!
I tried fewer barriers, because as soon as I tried the Trio
wipes, I didn’t feel there was any need to try any more, as I had zero issues
with them, and they didn’t irritate any burnt areas of my skin! I had issues
when I began gaining weight after surgery with leakage, so at one point my skin
was incredibly sore and raw, but it had almost completely healed 4 days and
just two bag changes later with the Trio wipes. So, the barrier samples I
hadn’t tried yet were sent to those in need.
I really like the Trio products, and I also like the fact that they call to
see how you’ve got on with the samples they’ve sent. They’re so friendly and
chatty, it doesn’t really feel like a sample follow up at all! You could almost
be fooled into believing your friends!
I ordered some flange extenders so that I can swim without changing my bag
afterwards, but I haven’t been able to test them yet as I've had to wait for my
perineal wound to heal. When I mentioned this during a call, they offered to send some samples of their other products which they thought may help
with the healing, even though they knew I wouldn’t ever be adding it to my
prescription as a long term item – so basically, just because they’re nice!
My wound is now healed but I still haven’t made it swimming yet,
but I will, and soon! So watch this space…
To the Trio team, THANK YOU!