Flying with an Ileostomy Bag: Any Issues?

Hi,



I am wanting to go to New Zealand but since having my Ileostomy I have not been on an airoplane - just wondering does flying interfer with your bag.



Thanks.

I have flown all over the place wearing a bag.  I always make sure the bag is empty before boarding. A couple of times there just enough pressure difference once at altitude I had to go to the rest room and burb the bag.  Other than that no worries.

I am sure you carry a spare appliance, if not do.  I have been stuck on the ground for hours in the aircraft.  Northwest seems to be the worst at doing this to there passengers.



Good flying



Rick.....

Hi Kiwired

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  Nice to meet you.  I don't fly anymore, too chicken, but have flown many times in the past and never once had any problem or issue, none at all .... regarding the ostomy or the appliance.  No worries.  Though, junopete is right, please do take along extra pouches...just in case you are caught in lay-over time.  Never leave anywhere without extra pouches and supplies in your purse.  You will be just fine dear

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  you should look foroward to your trip and have a wonderful time in New Zealand!

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  Take care! ~Your WD

Everytime I fly, my baggage seems to get checked. Do you think they are checking because the scanner picks up strange plastic appliances?

I have a flight soon with some friends who don't know about my condition. How do I prevent these appliances getting checked on check in?

When I fly I carry a Small suitcase with all the extras I need I never have a problem

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