Lost My Small Ostomy Supply Bag - Where to Find a New One?

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jimmyoz
Apr 11, 2011 1:40 pm

I lost my emergency supply bag, which I use to carry a spare change of my ostomy pouch, barrier, wipes, and such. It was small, about 7 inches square. Very handy to keep in an emergency when I am away from home. Does anyone know where I can buy one?
I checked with my supplier, and they do not carry anything like it.

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Apr 11, 2011 2:05 pm


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I use a small camera bag. Also, you probably could use a makeup bag or sponge bag. I don't live in the states, but I am sure they are available in many stores.
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Sh@tHappens!
Apr 11, 2011 7:12 pm
You should try calling Hollister, they sent me a small black one when I first had my surgery then I called them later to see if I could buy another one to keep in my car and they just sent me another one for free.

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loren4life
Apr 12, 2011 1:28 am

I have lost a few bags in my travels. Travels have little to do with losing them. It has lots to do with my mind?!
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And, yes, a small camera bag works well. Most of my stuff comes from WM. I keep spares because I travel in a few different vehicles. Loren

slb2123
Apr 12, 2011 1:52 am

Hollister sent me a replacement as well. All the companies have always given me helpful information and samples. I use a Hollister product, so that's who I called for the travel bag. Good luck!

 

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bikerboy
Apr 12, 2011 4:36 am

I use a fanny pack; it holds everything I need and is very portable.

bes0642
Apr 12, 2011 4:49 am
Hollister sent me one as well. Give them a call.

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Primeboy
Apr 12, 2011 6:49 pm

I have several emergency kits. I keep a change of clothes (pants, shirt, and underwear) as well as ostomy supplies in the trunk of my car at all times. Also, I have a small envelope with an ostomy change in my briefcase and in my golf bag. In the past 15 months since my operation, I had to have an emergency change only once...while my golfing buddies patiently waited on the first tee. I was completely distraught, but the experience taught me not to panic when leaks happen but to deal with these setbacks in a level-headed way. I'll credit the Boy Scouts for my being prepared, which makes all the difference.

junopete
Apr 13, 2011 12:26 am

You can't be serious.

Simply get a plastic bag of the size you choose and fill it with the items you feel comfortable with.

Rick.....

Teddiee
Oct 30, 2019 6:36 pm

A small, flat, black makeup bag works fine... and looks perfectly inconspicuous in any handbag. I only carry the bare minimum in it: precut Hollister Ceraplus Bag, Hollister Ceraring, LBF Sachets (they remove all residue), a small disposable black plastic bag, and a couple of folded dry wipes I can throw away - that's it! My brother uses a slim flat black leather wallet to carry in his trouser pocket, as he flatly refuses to carry a "man bag" around. Lol. You'd be surprised how flat and small the above "emergency" kit can actually be folded up into a very small bag. You really don't need to carry much with you for an "emergency change." Don't over-complicate your life.

w30bob
Oct 31, 2019 11:50 am

Teddiee...........you do realize that post is over 8 years old, right? 

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