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Intimacy with an Ostomy

Intimacy & intercourse are a part of the human experience. It can be extremely beautiful but also make one feel vulnerable. 

Laura Cox, LPC

Serving Medicare Ostomates Nationwide
Now that summer is here, may I swim in a pool? If so, will my ostomy bag be affected by chlorine in the water?
CarolAnne
Hi! You may swim in a pool!
 
If your ostomy flange has a waterproof barrier you can go in the pool without any additional products. If your ostomy flange does not have a waterproof barrier...