Having a stoma should not prevent you from pursuing and enjoying travel. When travelling by plane, you should carry all of your ostomy supplies with you in your hand luggage. While potentially bulky, it is still safer to have the supplies with you then to risk the loss of supplies in stowed luggage that may go astray.

Can you travel with a stoma bag?

All Stoma products are considered medical essentials, so you are allowed to take them as an additional clear plastic bag of liquids through security. Most airlines also offer extra luggage weight allowance of around 5kg, for free; you just have to call Special Assistance at least 48hrs in advance.

How soon can I fly after colostomy surgery?

Lisa Allison explains that you can fly 4 to 6 weeks after ostomy surgery in order to allow everything to settle down. So we recommend flying after about four to six weeks, because to have a stoma is obviously abdominal surgery.

Can you skydive with a colostomy bag?

Skydiving with an Ostomy - The Sky is No Limit.

Does having a stoma qualify for a blue badge?

Our position is unchanged in that having a stoma should not lead to an automatic entitlement for a blue badge. For some, their stoma presents no barriers to living a full and active life.

Can I use baby wipes on my stoma?

Lisa Allison explains that you should not use baby wipes on your stoma, as they leave a film that can prevent adhesion. Baby wipes are not recommended because they leave a film on the skin thats not always obvious, but it may mean that the stoma appliance doesnt adhere as well.

Do you lose weight with stoma?

Not everybody loses weight when they have a stoma Although unwanted weight loss is a common problem before and immediately following surgery, long-term many people find that they gain too much weight and decide to cut down.

What are Blue Badge holders entitled to?

Your Blue Badge usually lets you park for free: on streets with parking meters or pay-and-display machines for as long as you need to. in disabled parking bays on streets for as long as you need to, unless a sign says there is a time limit.

Does having a Blue Badge mean you are registered disabled?

The disabled parking place for blue badge users does not belong to you, other badge holders can park there when displaying their blue badge. You might be able to get a disabled space outside your own home that only you can use. you have a valid disabled persons badge - blue badge.