Ostomy Topics

I posted a topic, an academic research of ostomy bags, on 14th Nov. However, as it is written in Japanese, no one seems to be able to reply.

So, here I tell you the result which producer's ostomy bag is the best in terms of deodorization & venting. That is Convatec.

As soon as I read the article, I applied for the sample of Convatec's ostomy bags (two different types).

I will let you kn ...

So, my little guy is about 3 weeks old and fresh out of the NICU with his colostomy bag. They were struggling to keep a bag on him for more than a day in the unit and he’s only gotten more raw since coming home. I actually took his bag right off and have been manually keeping him clean and dry trying to heal him up but his pediatrician thinks he may have a yeast infection where the wafer was ...

Hello, 4 days post op with a loop ileostomy. I've been waiting for my surgery for a long time so I was very ready for it. I'm recovering really well.

My issue is the noise this thing makes when it's putting out. I work in HR and I cannot imagine sitting in my office with an employee with this thing (my Beenus...kinda like the extra skin on your elbow-weenus) sputtering out fluids and air ev ...

Had catheter inserted through loop ileostomy for colonoscopy prep. I was already having pain leading up to right under the stoma, but holy schneiki, it was painful. I went into shock and couldn't stop sweating and almost passing out, and luckily the nurse intervened and told the surgeon I was not looking so good. Why wouldn't pain sedation be administered prior to this? Am I the only one to ex ...

I’ve been using Hollister ostomy pouches for about 15 years trouble free. I loved the product. Over the past 6 months I’ve started to have bag leaks develop at various points in the seams. Near the spout, then on the sides. At first I thought it was a freak but it happened twice in one box of product while on a European vacation! After only two days of wear. I thought i ...

Have a colostomy. Has anyone's surgeon told them that the surgeon will do an ileostomy after reconnecting the colon to the rectum? An ileostomy is to allow the reconnected area to heal. So, no more colostomy, but another new problem with the ileostomy for at least 3 months.

I'm open to suggestions.

I'm currently using Coloplast Sensura Mio convex with no sting paste, barrier strips and a four hook ostomy belt which I find much more secure. The quality of their products seem excellent.

However their convex bubble may be too stiff and not flexing enough which when I sit or drive, tends to pop the wafer bubble off and leak. Especially at the bottom edge of the s ...

Hi all,
Every now and then, I get an odor from my bag. My husband says he doesn't get it. I'm using a Holister one-piece and clean the funnel with TP and wipes every time I empty. I'm nearly 6 weeks post-surgery and haven't had a leak in 2 weeks and change every 2 days. When I get a smell, I check immediately for leaks, but there aren't any. Everything I've read online and my stoma nurse says ...

Hi all,

I'm new to this forum and looking forward to chatting.
I have had a loop ileostomy since October last year. A few times, I've had mucus and stool surprises, but they have not been easy. I can experience intense pelvic pain, spasms, and cramping in advance; one instance landed me in A&E as I couldn't manage the pain at home.
I know (now) mucus and stool is a ‘normal' part of life af ...

Hi all. I have started to take 2 Loperamide caplets to slow the output from my stoma before venturing outside the home for several hours. I have a colostomy. I do this around twice a week. Just wondering if it is wise to do this, or better to fast for several hours before going out, or any other suggestions anyone has. Thanks.

I'm almost 2 weeks post ileostomy reversal and I cannot sleep at all. I'm going to the bathroom every hour or so, and it was like this when I had my high output ostomy. I'm guessing it's because my body is used to this routine; however, I was really looking forward to sleeping much more! Does anyone have advice for getting back in the habit of sleep? I barely slept 3 hours at a time when I had ...

Been anxiously awaiting for today. I have great confidence in my medical team. Started evacuating my bowels. The large capacity bag from Hollister has been a huge help. I will do my best to document my experience.

I have a bit of gas — my ileostomy is only 2 weeks old. Is it safe to use simethicone? I saw my surgeon today and forgot to ask him.
Thanks

Here's a weird question for everyone.
I am 18 months post blow hole iliostomy. The most use I get from a pouch is 3 days.
I seem to get bad breath that smells like poop. It's not dental because I see the dentist regularly.
I also can smell poop in my sweat, but there isn't any leak. Then my clothes reek.
Any suggestions?

Hi, why does insurance only cover 20 bag changes per month.

What if I wanted to change mine every other day instead of every 3 days?

Does anyone else get more than 20 a month?