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Travel AdviceHaving a colostomyshould not preventyou from travelling at home or abroad

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Having a colostomy should not preventyou from travelling at home or abroad,whether it is for business or pleasure.

The only difference from being in yourhome to travelling is that you need toplan ahead and be prepared.

Whether you are travelling by car, ferry ortrain take plenty of supplies with you andalways make sure that when you go outyou carry a travel kit – a small bag similarto the one pictured below containingemergency supplies so that you canchange your pouch should the needarise.

Disposal – One of the concerns ofcolostomates when staying away, orwhen going out and about, is disposal ofthe pouch. If staying with family orfriends you have a couple of options. Anappliance with a flushable inner liner maybe one answer. However, if you are notable to wear a flushable appliance thenthere are a few other options.

You could empty your pouch contentsdown the loo and then place the emptypouch into a disposal bag and place thatin the bathroom bin or place the fullpouch into a disposable bag, double bagit for safety, and place in the outside bin.

Some colostomates prefer to use adrainable pouch when away from homefor ease of use. By using a drainablepouch you won’t have to change thepouch as often as with a closed pouchbut you will still have to deal with itsdisposal at some point.

If booking a Hotel or B&B for a holiday orovernight stay you might want to checkthat the accommodation includesen–suite facilities, most bathrooms willinclude sanitary disposal bins.

For men, disposal can be a problem asgents’ lavatories often lack disposal bins.If this is the case try to identify a suitablelavatory before your journey. You mayfind the following information helpful.

Travelling in the UK

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Disabled Lavatories and NationalKey Scheme (NKS) – RADAR Key –The National Key Scheme (NKS) offersaccess to locked disabled/public toiletsaround the country. Toilets fitted withNational Key Scheme (NKS) locks cannow be found in shopping centres, pubs,cafés, department stores, bus and trainstations and many other locations inmost parts of the country. If you are outand about in the UK a RADAR key canopen the door to 9,000 disabledlavatories. The benefit of the disabled loofor men certainly is that they havesomewhere to dispose of clinical waste.

The RADAR key is available from theColostomy Association at acost of £3.50 including p&p.

Alternatively you can obtainone from RADAR at a cost of

£4.50 inc p&p.RADAR alsohave aNational KeySchemeGuide whichlists all9,000disabled

lavatories andcosts £13.99 inc p&p. Both theRADAR key and the National Key SchemeGuide can be bought together for £20.00inc p&p. Write to RADAR at 12 City Forum,250 City Road, London, EC1V 8AF, ortelephone 020 7250 3222 or visit:www.disabilityrightsuk.org

Most councils also offer the RADAR keyfrom about £3.00. There is also a RadarNational Key Scheme App for the iPhone,iPod touch and iPad for £4.99 go tohttp://itunes.apple.com/gb/app/radar-national-key-scheme app/id490642425?mt=8

Colostomy Association IdentityCard – The Colostomy Association haveproduced a photoidentity card thatcan be carried withyou so that if youare ever challengedabout your use of a disabled lavatory youcan provide proof of need. The carddisplays the Disability Rights UK logo andexplains that the cardholder has amedical condition and needs urgentaccess to disabled facilities. ContactColostomy Association head office on:0118 939 1537 for further details.

Remember – getting out and about isgood for your well–being! So, prepare inadvance however short your journey, asthis will give you the confidence to enjoyyour trip – you may even find you wantto venture further afield!

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If you are planning your first trip abroadand have recently had surgery check withyour consultant or GP prior to bookingyour holiday to ensure you are able totravel. Seek medical approval for a trip ifyou have been in hospital during the lastsix months.

Supplies – Ostomates need to makeadditional preparations for their comfortboth whilst travelling and at theirdestination. Travelling abroad needsspecial care and attention, after all youmay be swimming, you may be in a hotcountry, your skin will perspire and yourdiet will change so you may need tochange your pouch more often thanusual and therefore you need to takeenough supplies with you. Expect to usemore than you would at home.

You need to make sure you have orderedenough supplies before you go as it maynot be possible to obtain certain productsoverseas so make sure that you orderadditional supplies in plenty of timebefore your departure.

How much to take with you? There is noreal answer to this but if you double upon the quantity you use at home thatshould usually be enough. Remember todouble up on the number of wipes,tissues, and disposal bags as well as thepouches (one piece) or flanges andpouches (two piece).

The Colostomy Association recommendsthat you advise your GP or supplycompany that you are going on holidaywhen you order your supplies as this willexplain why the size of your order hasincreased.

What if you run out when abroad? It isalways advisable to take a note of yourproduct/s name and product code (thisinformation can be found on yourprescription) with you as well as thetelephone number of your stoma supplycompany so that if you have a problemyou can contact them; they will do theirbest to get supplies to you. There havebeen instances when supplies have beencouriered into deepest Africa. Be awaresome countries may impose import tax.

Travel Certificate – A travel certificateis available from the ColostomyAssociation. The certificate explains totravel authorities, their staff/securityofficials that you have a medicalcondition and are wearing an ostomyappliance. It alsoexplains thatthere may be anurgent need touse toilet facilities.Shouldstaff/securityofficials deem itnecessary to searchor examine your appliancethis should be carried out in a privateroom in the presence of a qualifiedmedical practitioner.

Travelling Abroad

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The Colostomy Association travelcertificate covers information relevant totravelling with stoma and this informationis translated into most Europeanlanguages, plus Arabic, Hindi, Mandarin,Thai and Vietnamese. A form is includedfor you to fill in – it includes a section foryour GP’s details and their signature plusan area for the practice stamp. Take itwith you when you have a scheduledappointment and ask them to sign it, thisway it probably won't cost anything.Remember also to ask them to stamp itwith the practice stamp. Your GP maycharge you for this if you just leave thetravel certificate with the receptionist atthe surgery.

Other travel certificates may also beavailable from your stoma supplycompany. Again these need to be signedby your GP and carry the practice stamp.(You may also request a letter from yourGP stating your medical condition andrequirements; this may attract a cost butis worth the investment). Carry yourtravel certificate at all times when abroad.To obtain your FREE ColostomyAssociation Travel Certificate contactColostomy Association head office on:0118 939 1537 well in advance of yourjourney.

Travel Insurance – The ColostomyAssociation have a special arrangementvia the Bournemouth Insurance Group(BIG) who provide a range of policiessuitable for ostomates and anyone withpre–existing medical conditions. Theseare administered by Peter Martin, anostomate and long standing volunteer ofthe Association, who is a qualifiedinsurance practitioner. The ColostomyAssociation can provide a factsheetdetailing a selection of insurers includingBIG that cover pre–existing medicalconditions; this is available on ourwebsite or from Colostomy Associationhead office contact: 0118 939 1537.

When asking for insurance make sure youdeclare everything. Declare the stomaand the medical condition that resultedin your stoma. And don’t forget to declareany other pre-existing medical conditions.If you fail to do this you may invalidatethe insurance.

It is important that the correct level ofcover is selected and YES you do need toread the small print. Age, time sincesurgery or treatment, destination andlength of stay plus having otherpre–existing medical conditions are themain factors in determining the level ofpremiums and cover offered. Forexample, if you decide to travel 11months after your treatment it might beworth delaying this until 12 months havepassed as you may well benefit from abetter premium. There are normally 3rating areas ranging from the cheapest to

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the most expensive as follows: Europe;Worldwide excluding the Caribbean, USAand Canada; Worldwide including theCaribbean, USA and Canada. Also makesure your policy provides adequate coverfor any extra costs incurred in obtainingemergency supplies.

European Health Insurance Card – Ifyou are travelling in the EuropeanEconomic Area (EEA) you should alwayscarry a European Health Insurance Card(EHIC), which replaces the old E111, aswell of course as your travel insurance.(You should allow at least three weeksfor your EHIC card to be delivered).

The EHIC allows you to benefit fromreciprocal health agreements in EEAcountries and will entitle you to free orreduced cost medical care in thecountry you are visiting.However youmay have to payfor certainthings at thetime and thenclaim themoney back later.The EHIC doesn’tcover you for any medical treatment youhave planned in advance, only formedical emergencies, although it willcover you for continued treatment for anon going illness while you are abroad,such as regular injections. You can applyfor a card by phone on: 0300 330 1350or online go to: www.ehic.org.uk

The European Economic Area EEA –Countries included are; Austria, Belgium,Bulgaria, Czech Republic, Cyprus, Denmark,Estonia, Finland, France, Germany, Greece,Hungary, Iceland*, Ireland, Italy, Latvia,Liechtenstein*, Lithuania, Luxembourg,Malta, Netherlands, Norway*, Poland,Portugal, Romania, Slovakia, Slovenia,Sweden and United Kingdom.

*Part of the EEA but not part of theEuropean Union EU. Additionally whileSwitzerland is not in the EEA, Swissnationals have the same rights as EEAnationals.

Please be aware that reciprocal healthservice agreements do not always coverthe full cost of treatment. They do notcover the cost of getting you home in anemergency, for instance.

It is always advisable to have travelinsurance even when travelling aroundthe EU. But you'll still need a EuropeanHealth Insurance Card because yourinsurance company may not cover thecost of treatment that the card covers.

If you try to claim in full, they may sayyou should have had a card! Always readthe small print. You can find out aboutthese health agreements in the ‘HealthAdvice for Travellers’ booklet picturedopposite, available online from theDepartment of Health as a PDFdownload. Go to:http://www.dh.gov.uk/en/Publicationsandstatistics/Publications/PublicationsPolicyAndGuidance/DH_4123441

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Whereto pack your stoma supplies?If you want complete peace of mind,always pack your entire stock of suppliesfor the holiday in your hand baggage andkeep this with you at all times. Carriers,whether they be airlines or ships do losebaggage. So if you pack half the suppliesfor your holiday in your hand baggageand half in your luggage which goes inthe hold and your luggage gets lost, thismeans that you only have half thesupplies you need.

Note: Cabin/Hand baggage is luggagethat you carry on the plane with you,while hold baggage is luggage that youcheck-in. All baggage items, includinghand baggage, must be screened,regardless of size. You should alwayscheck size limits with your airline andairport before you travel. Airlines may

also have their own rules about thenumber of bags you are allowed to takeon the aircraft. It's best to contact them ifyou have any questions.

Further information can be found athttp://www.direct.gov.uk/en/TravelAndTransport/Publictransport/AirtravelintheUK/DG_078179

Liquids may only be carried in handbaggage in containers up to 100ml. Thesecontainers must be brought to the airportcontained in a single, transparent, re-sealable plastic bag, (approx. size20cm x 20cm). The contents of theplastic bag must fit comfortably and thebag must be sealed. Each passenger maycarry only one such bag of liquids. Thebag must be presented for examination.Note: Some airports/airlines may providea clear re–sealable plastic bag.

Liquids in containers over 100ml that cannot be placed inside the re–sealable bagmust be packed in your hold luggage.

Sharp objects e.g scissors must be packedin your hold luggage. Make sure youpre–cut some of your flanges to size inadvance.

ALWAYS Remember...to check inadvance with the airline/airport fortheir current rules on the size ofcabin baggage allowed, liquids andsharp objects.

(NB: The information above is correct atthe time of going to print).

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If you are travelling for a long period andneed to take more supplies than you canfit into your standard hand baggageallowance, contact the Airport SecurityManager at your departure airport well inadvance of your flight he/she may issueyou with a dispensation letter allowingextra hand baggage on medical grounds.Before applying, ask your GP for a letterconfirming these needs and carry theletter with you abroad in case you areusing internal flights in another country.Do this well ahead of your departuredate. You will need to itemise to theSecurity Manager ALL the supplies to becontained in that bag. Alternatively youcan pack as much as possible within thelimits of your permitted bag, and perhapspersuade your travelling companions tocarry some supplies for you as well.

Remember – that you can buy books andmagazines for your journey airside andtherefore use your hand baggage beforesecurity check for essentials only.

Airport Scanners – Colostomates andthose with stomas travelling throughInternational Airports are especiallyconcerned with the full body imagescanners that have been introduced;thinking that they will show their fullnaked body. This is not the case.

The Government and Airport SecurityDepartments are well aware of thepotential concerns regarding the invasionof privacy of the traveller.

In 2010 a group of ostomates from theColostomy Association, IA (the Ileostomyand Internal Pouch Support Group) andUrostomy Association (UA) visitedManchester Airport and met with securityofficials and management to take a closerlook at the full body image scanner. Thefollowing is an excerpt from an articlepublished in Tidings Magazine SpringIssue 17 2010:

The full body image scanner ismanaged by security personnel.Staff are sited at the scanner andremotely in a secure room awayfrom passengers and othermembers of Airport staff.

The on–site security officeractivates the scanner and the datais transmitted to the remotesecurity officer. The remote officeris responsible for operating theimaging software, reviewing andanalysing the data received. Analgorithm is applied which lessensimage definition, resulting in ablurred chalky white representationof a human figure with norecognisable personal features. It isthis image that is analysed. At notime will you or any other memberof the public be able to see thescanned image; the remoteoperator has no contact with theperson being scanned. Inexceptional circumstances where ascreener believes there is a viablethreat to the safety of passengersor staff, an additional appropriate

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security screener may be requiredto view the image. There is nomethod of copying or transferringimages. Data is never retained butis deleted. The scanner canhighlight anomalies, but it isunlikely that stomas or emptyostomy appliances will appear onthe scan. However, appliances thatcontain some liquid matter mayshow up as a faint grey area.

Note: The outcome of the visit toManchester Airport revealed to ostomatesthat the body scanner is a security tool toaid passenger safety. A copy of theTidings article ‘Ostomates take a closerlook at the body scanner’ is available as aPDF file from the Colostomy Association.Contact Colostomy Association headoffice on: 0118 939 1537 for furtherdetails.

Before going through security, it is alwaysadvisable to change your pouch at thelast minute to ensure the pouch is empty.Security staff are duty bound toinvestigate any anomalies. This is why itis important to have with you; either atravel certificate, and/or a letter from yourDoctor stating you have a medicalcondition.

If you are asked to step aside, as theoperator has seen “something”, it is donediscreetly and if you are able to showyour documents, this should then answerany questions they may have. If a securityofficial deems it necessary to search youor examine your appliance you areentitled to request a private room and tobe attended by a qualified medicalpractitioner. Security officers are trainedto deal with issues of this nature,recognising ostomy pouches,understanding them and dealing withthem empathetically.

Remember – if a passenger refuses toenter the scanner – they will not bepermitted to fly.

For further information go to:http://www.dft.gov.uk/publications/information-on-the-implementation-of-security-scanners

Scanning andReviewing Procedure

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Leaks – Worried about leaks? No onewants to have a leak but they do occur.At home we deal with them but stayingin a hotel, on a cruise or at a friend’shouse we need to be as careful aspossible. Some stoma supply companiesprovide complementary disposable bedpads. Ask your supply company aboutthese.

Fluids – Fluids are very important. If weare in a hot country we will perspiretherefore fluid needs to be replaced.When you feel thirsty you are alreadypartially dehydrated so drink plenty ofwater is what we are told by the nurses.Avoid drinking very cold water. This takesa long time to be absorbed into the bodyand stays in your stomach, giving you theimpression that you are no longer thirsty,even though your body still needs it.Bottled water will be safest in countrieswhere the tap water is not necessarily100% pure.

Important – check that the seal on thebottle has not been broken.

Remember – If you irrigate and the tapwater quality is questionable make sureyou irrigate with bottled water.

Useful medication – It is worth takingsome Dioralyte with you in case youbecome dehydrated or an electrolytereplacement solution. To counter thepotential effect of eating local food youmay need Loperamide or Imodium tofirm things up or Movicol to loosen andthen you have all eventualities covered.

How to help yourself• Watch what you eat – especially the

day before you travel. You willknow the sorts of foods that giverise to problems so be careful toavoid these before travelling. Try toavoid skipping meals too, as thiscan cause excess wind and fluid.

• Remember – even in Britain achange of water can alter yourbowel habit so it goes withoutsaying that you should be cautiouswith food and drink abroad.

• If your stoma is in an awkwardposition buy a protector so thatyour pouch will not be trapped orrubbed by the plane’s safety belt. Ifyou are on a long journey andthere is turbulence you might bestrapped in for quite a while!

• If you can ‘check in’ online you canusually get a seat that suits youbest – look for seat maps. If not, tryto arrive for ‘check in’ early so thatyou are at the front of the queue.This way, you can request an aisleseat near the toilet. You may alsobe able to request this in advancefrom your travel agent.

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• Try to wear loose fitting clothes fora long journey as the reduction ofcabin pressure can cause swellingof the feet, ankles and waistline.Drink plenty of water and walkaround when you are able to.

• Avoid ice in drinks unless the cubeshave been made using bottledwater and watch out for salads,which may have been washed inlocal water. Ice cream can also bemade with unclean water so it isbest avoided. With uncooked foodmany people say ‘if you cannotpeel it do not eat it.’

• If in doubt use bottled or previouslyboiled water to clean around yourstoma.

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On top of all the normalprecautions, like makingsure your traveldocuments are in order,taking copies ofimportant documentswith you in case theoriginals get lost orstolen, the ostomateneeds to remember to:

• Take sufficientsupplies for yourstay

• Take all supplies andtravel stoma kit as hand luggage

• Ask the airline inadvance if you needextra hand baggagefor your supplies.

• ‘Check in’ online 24 hours before departure to secureyour preferred seat.

• Avoid food and drinkthe day before youare to travel that arelikely to cause upsetor excessive wind.

• Carry your TravelCertificate with youespecially whenpassing throughimmigration orsecurity areas.

• Take medication tofirm up or loosenoutput.

• Take some form ofelectrolytereplacementsolution in case youbecome dehydrated.

• Drink bottled waterin foreign countries,avoid ice in drinksand use bottled orboiled water toclean around yourstoma area.

• Store your suppliesin a cool place, outof direct sunlight.

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Frequently Asked Questions

Q: Will my bag blow upbecause of thevariations in cabinpressure?

A: NO. Your bag willbehave the same asbefore you entered theplane – however eatingand drinking sensiblywill lessen the chanceof wind in your bag.

Q: Do I have to tell theairline that I have acolostomy?

A: NO. It serves no usefulpurpose to disclose thatyou have a colostomy.

Q: What if I have tochange my pouchwhile on the plane?

A: Change it in the sameway you do at home –empty the contentsdown the toilet, wrapthe used pouch well inthe disposal bag anddispose of the bag inthe sanitary disposalunit, or use a drainableor flushable pouch.

Q: What if I lose myluggage?

A: Ensure every piece ofluggage/baggage islabelled inside and out.

Each item of checkedbaggage/luggage will

be given a destinationtag showing your flightnumber. A receiptportion will be attachedto your boarding passor ticket. Important –retain the receipt as thishas information aboutyour flight details,airline, etc., and willhelp track yourbaggage/luggage if it isdelayed or misplaced. Ifyou are travelling on atour, inform your tourrep immediately andask them to investigatestraight away. If you aretravelling independently,go directly to the airlinedesk at the airport withyour ticket receipt. Ifyour luggage is notfound obtain a ‘lostbaggage/luggage’ formfrom the airline with thenecessary informationfor you to make a claimon your insurance.However,baggage/luggage isusually tracked downand sent on to you atyour destination a fewdays later.

Q: Can I buy replacementsupplies whileabroad?

A: You may be able to buysupplies from a

pharmacy but there isno guarantee. (Alwaystake a copy of yourprescription with youfor reference). Thesame products that youuse in the UK may notbe available abroadthey will almostcertainly have differentcode numbers. You willprobably have to pay atleast a proportion ofthe cost, because youwill not be registered inthat country as having achronic condition.Remember to keepyour receipts, as theywill form part of yourtravel insurance claimwhen you return home.If you are unable tofind a pharmacy thatcan offer you supplies,visit the main hospitalwhere you are staying.If they do not havesupplies themselvesthey may know whereto obtain them.

If you plan carefully youshouldn’t experience anyproblems during yourjourney or holiday. Aboveall, relax and make sureyou have a great time!

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European Health Insurance Card (EHIC)EHIC EnquiriesPO Box 1114Newcastle upon TyneNE99 2TL Tel: 0300 330 1350Web: www.ehic.org.uk

NHS ChoicesInformation on travel and the EuropeanHealth Insurance Card (EHIC) andhealthcare abroad.Web: www.nhs.uk/NHSEngland/Healthcareabroad/Pages/Healthcareabroad.aspx

Foreign & Commonwealth Office UKForeign & Commonwealth OfficeKing Charles StreetLondonSW1A 2AHGeneral enquiries: 020 7008 1500Email:[email protected]: www.fco.gov.uk

National Rail Enquiries:Contact: 08457 48 49 50Web: www.nationalrail.co.uk

Public TransportWeb: www.direct.gov.uk/en/TravelAndTransport/PublicTransport/index.htm

Fit for TravelHealth information for people travellingabroad from the UK, provided by NHSScotlandWeb: www.fitfortravel.nhs.uk

PassportsFor help, call the IPS Passport Advicelineon: 0300 222 0000.

The Adviceline is open:8:00am to 8:00pm Monday to Friday9:00am to 5:30pm weekends and publicholidays

Web: www.direct.gov.uk/en/TravelAndTransport/Passports/index.htm

Travel and Transport – Air TravelWeb: www.direct.gov.uk/en/TravelAndTransport/Foreigntravel/AirTravel/index.htm

Foreign TravelWeb: www.direct.gov.uk/en/TravelAndTransport/Foreigntravel/index.htm

MotabilityWeb: www.accessibleguide.co.uk/useful-contacts/useful_contacts.html

Useful Information

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Changing Places ToiletsSearchable map by UK postcode fortoiletsWeb: www.changing-places.org

For all enquiries in England, Wales andNorthern Ireland contactTelephone: 020 7696 6019Email: [email protected]

For all enquiries in Scotland contactTelephone: 01382 385 154Email:[email protected]

ABTA – The Travel AssociationWeb: www.abta.com/consumer-services/worry_free_travel

If you want to speak to someone, youcan call Consumer Helpline on 020 31170599 (UK calls only). This line is openfrom 10:00am - 4:00pm Monday toFriday, excluding bank holidays.

VisitEuropeWeb: www.visiteurope.com/Plan/how-to-travel.aspx

Help2TravelWeb: www.help2travel.co.ukTraveline: 0871 200 22 33

Clothing Specialists – SwimwearThe following is a list of ladies and gentsswimwear suppliers:

ComFizzTel: 0113 266 2096www.comfizz.com

CuiWearTel: 0800 2792050www.cuiwear.com

Glitter BeachTel: 01505 843306www.glitterbeach.co.uk

OstoMARTTel: 0800 220300www.ostomart.co.uk

White Rose Collection LtdTel: 01202 854634www.whiterosecollection.com

Vanilla BlushTel: 0141 7630991www.vblush.com

NB: All the information contained inthis booklet is correct at the time ofgoing to print.

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