FINALLY found a solution to the gauze-and-tape nightmare! These blue cotton pads snap securely around my feeding tube without irritation. No more sticky residue battles in the shower – hallelujah!
The fabric feels like a cloud against my skin (way better than scratchy medical gauze). Pro tip: Wash them first – they plump up and become even softer. I toss mine in a lingerie bag with Oxiclean and they come out like new.
Only gripe? The plastic snaps are clunky. Trying to unsnap feels like defusing a bomb – I just wiggle the pad off instead. Dear Tondiamo: VELCRO VERSION PLEASE! My shaky hands beg you.
Update: Ordered a second pack in light blue to rotate with my older ones. Survived 10+ washes so far – holding up shockingly well for something that deals with daily stomach acid attacks.