Getting The Right Ostomy Supplies

For a long time I have struggled with being able to find the right ostomy supplies. Granted, everyone has their preference regarding medical supplies and what works best for them. I myself have taken a long time to find the right ostomy supplies for myself. I remember back to the first few days after surgery, and the doctors and I spent a lot of time going over different medications I will need to have as I recover. It seemed like there was a lot to go over and it was pretty complicated. I was also worried about the cost of all these medications because I do not have the best insurance. However, the doctors reassured me that the medications do not cost that much and I should be able to afford them. The other thing we went over was my ostomy supplies that I would need. The doctors gave me a few different options as far as supplies go, and a couple different medical wholesalers through which I could order ostomy supplies.

When I was home from surgery and trying to recover and heal from surgery, I had plenty of time to poke around online and look for the ostomy supplies that would be right for me. The biggest thing I had to look for was ostomy pouches; it’s super important to find the right pouch for your specific ostomy, your needs, and preferences. I remember going through countless ostomy pouches to find the one that is right for me. There is also a surprising amount of difference in quality and functionality when it comes to ostomy pouches, accessories, and other supplies. I had to go through quite a big trial and error phase when I was comparing various ostomy pouches. Some ostomy pouches are more susceptible to leaking than others, and this can also depend on what kind of ostomy pouch fits best with your stoma and skin barrier. Leaking is the last thing you want to deal with regarding ostomy pouches, because that’s when you start to smell really badly; and take my word for it – people will notice when you start leaking!

Finding ostomy products that work for you is not always easy. Like I said, these things can take a lot of trial and error. The biggest thing is to not stress too much about finding the perfect ostomy supplies right away. You are going to be really tired after surgery and in no condition to make any major decisions. That is why it is best to take your time and try different ostomy products at your own leisure. After all, you are going to have to be dealing with that stoma for the rest of yourself, so no need to rush everything and try to get everything figured out all at once. I hear from a lot of people that they have better luck finding quality ostomy supplies and accessories online rather than in regular stores. Retail stores have their benefits, but you might be hard pressed to find any real assortment or variety of products related to ostomies and stomas. 

Now that I have all my go-to’s for my ostomy supplies, I spend a lot less time worrying about where I’m going to get my next order of ostomy pouches and other products. Which means more time to spend doing things I enjoy!