Can I shower or swim with an ostomy?

Yes! You can shower, bathe, swim, and even exercise with an ostomy. However, there are a few steps you should take before getting in the water.

If you have a colostomy or ileostomy pouch, your pouching supplies likely came with a sheet of filter cover stickers.

Apply one of these stickers to the filter whenever you know the pouch will get wet. Keeping water and other liquids out of the filter is crucial to ensuring it continues to function properly.

Next, check to see how full your appliance is. Consider emptying or changing your pouch before jumping into the tub or pool, and ensure it has a solid seal.

 
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