How to get the smell out of ostomy support garments. They have already been washed umpteen times but still have a barnyard smell. I have asked this on other forums as well, trying to get all opinions.
Hisbiscus
Feb 04, 2024 4:48 pm
Hisbiscus
Feb 04, 2024 5:08 pm
I have tried that before, but the vinegar does not seem to rinse out well.
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warrior
Feb 04, 2024 5:17 pm
Hi.. interesting request. Thanks for asking...
Do you allow any garment or support belt to soak?
If my mounting plate leaks, the belt and sheets get soaked in regular wash soap.
If sheets and comforter are really bad, I toss them in the trash. Yeah, expensive too. That odor lingers all over the house. Febreze comes to mind.. the spray..
It's quite disgusting to deal with.. you agree?
I use Shout to get the stains out of my ostomy support belt. No odors..
Can't get the stains all of it out. Always a mild stain left..
But soaking for hours.. I find helps and is cost-effective.
There are all kinds of washer drop-ins being advertised on TV.
Stain vs. odor is challenging but never heard complaints about your issues..
Yup.. you are the first.. and this might seem uncomfortable but I shower with my thin support belt on. And away goes trouble down the drain. 😆
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Hisbiscus
Feb 04, 2024 8:22 pm
Hi,
I have not tried soaking regularly, but I did it one time. I'm not leaking at all, but if I did, I'd just throw it away. Too much trouble for me. So, it's just, I guess, coming from maybe the bag end? I'm very clean about things, but I guess this ileostomy poop just smells so badly. I use M9 odor drops as well. Maybe I should try soaking regularly, as it may be my only answer. Someone else mentioned on another forum the same thing, but they use a workout clothing soap called Rockin' Green. I may have to invest my time in doing this. I was hoping to find an easier solution as I'm so busy working and such.
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