Need help with ileostomy filter leaks

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Humpty
Aug 30, 2022 2:51 pm

I have had a temporary ileostomy since March due to complications from ovarian cancer staging surgery. I use Hollister one-piece drainable system with a filter, and the filter almost always leaks. Any suggestions on how to prevent the leakage?

AlexT
Aug 30, 2022 3:10 pm

No idea. I use the same setup, maybe a different model number, and haven't had any issues with the filters leaking since I got my bag in March of 2021.

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Homie With A Stomie NS
Aug 30, 2022 3:26 pm

Perhaps cover the filter.

Humpty
Aug 30, 2022 3:33 pm
Reply to Homie With A Stomie NS

I was thinking of doing that.

Ben38
Aug 30, 2022 3:39 pm

Filter sticker over filter, if any, in the box. If not, a piece of sellotape will do the same job.

 

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Humpty
Aug 30, 2022 3:42 pm
Reply to Ben38

Thank you.

TerryLT
Aug 30, 2022 7:55 pm

I use the same product as you and experienced the same thing. Get a roll of 3M transparent waterproof tape and stick it over the filter. Works perfectly. I have complained to Hollister about this and suggested they give people the option of buying the same pouch without a filter. If enough people complain, maybe they will. It can help to be a squeaky wheel!

Terry

Homie With A Stomie NS
Aug 30, 2022 9:47 pm
Reply to Humpty

It will work, hun, and remember to also cover it in water, shower, etc.... Never be scared to try....

You got this.

Tracy

Humpty
Aug 30, 2022 10:22 pm
Reply to TerryLT

Thank you, I will get the 3M tape

Longroad78
Aug 31, 2022 3:15 am

On Coloplast product, the carbon filter will get wet from the inside from liquid getting to it when sleeping on my back. Once the filter is wet, that is the end of it working. The shower sticker that covers the vent or clear packing tape will help with an extra day or more placed on the outside of the bag over the filter. It is not if but when that filter gets wet is the norm. Using a two-piece system that allows changing out the bag only helps.

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