Many of your patients may experience psychological difficulties related to adjusting to their diagnosis, living with symptoms, the impact on their social role and functioning, or managing side effects.1 Living with a temporary or permanent stoma can lead to a variety of physical and psychological challenges and poses a unique challenge to the patients which affects their quality of life (QoL).2 This can include altered body image, anxiety depression and negative emotions, and sleep disturbances.
Salts healthcare focus on 5 key pillars of well-being which we believe are essential for a happy and healthy life.
Flat or convex, closed, drainable and urostomy, Confidence BE® has a range of products to suit every size, shape and stoma type and is available in three colours to offer choice – black, white and stone. Click on the links below to find out more about each stoma bag.
We’ve created a range of materials and content to support your well-being and professional development. From reading the latest research and evidence to hearing from fellow HCPs, you’ll find everything you need here.
References: 1. Naylor C, Parsonage M, McDaid D, Knapp M, Fossey M, Galea A (2012). Long-term conditions and mental health: the cost of co-morbidities. London: The King’s Fund and Centre for Mental Health. 2. Beaubrun En Famille Diant L, Sordes F, Chaubard T. Psychological impact of ostomy on the quality of life of colorectal cancer patients: Role of body image, self-esteem and anxiety. Doi: 10.1016/j.bulcan.2018.03.005
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