Has anyone used these before? My colostomy is at my waist, and I liked using the 2pc when it was further down, but since my revision and because of it being at my waistline, I cannot use what I once did. I found these and thought maybe.
onecoolnana12
Aug 19, 2025 3:09 pm
Xlshrimp
Aug 20, 2025 4:49 pm
I'll be trying these next as they're the replacement for my old discontinued model. See how it goes.
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Emad
Sep 01, 2025 9:33 pm
I use the Sensura Mio light convex 1-piece. I used 2 pieces for years, but I feel like the 1-piece is more secure. I never have leaks; I have an ileostomy. I also use the Brava moldable rings. I swear by both; I've tried others, but I have used these for years now. I got my ileostomy in 2008.
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WhirledPeas
Sep 02, 2025 8:30 am
My stoma is at my waist also, and I use these. They've worked well for nearly three years, and I don't have any complaints. I did change from the large to small since body changes, but it's nice that Coloplast has two options available. I found that they do work better with the barrier strips. I do perspire heavily when I'm working outdoors, but everything has stayed well connected in spite of that. I'd say give it a go. Hope it works as well for you as it does for me.
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Kbay
Sep 02, 2025 4:06 pm
I also use Sensura Mio light convex 1 piece for a waist-high stoma. I tried the flex, but it didn't work as well for me as the light convex.
cadam10e
Sep 02, 2025 7:18 pm
I have used Coloplast's one-piece SenSuro Mio since getting my colostomy five years ago. I've never had a problem with it and find it comfortable. The SenSuro Flex looks very similar, though apparently 2-piece. Worth a try! Good luck with it.
huttonson
Sep 02, 2025 8:33 pm
I have always used one-piece bags with my waistline colostomy (and braces for my trousers) and found Hollister to be totally reliable and easy to remove. I tried lots of other one-piece samples, but so far, Hollister is the best for me. Coloplast did not suit me as well.
shonakipfer
Sep 02, 2025 9:43 pm
I use these and have for about 2 months now. I have never had any issues with them. They are easy to put on, and they stay put. They're flexible, so you can move around more comfortably. They have a bigger area that sticks to you, so I never have leaks. The bags are so easy to put on and take off. I would recommend these for sure.
Bubbles9564
Sep 02, 2025 11:56 pm
I use this product and absolutely love it. It feels cleaner than the Hollister product, and the bottom of the bag can be rolled under again, and the mesh on the bottom rolled over to secure it under. I don't need to use an ostomy bag cover. Very pleased.
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onecoolnana12
Sep 04, 2025 12:46 pm
Thank you for your response. Are you able to bend well with that one? I have one I got in a sample, but it just doesn't seem like it would bend with me.
onecoolnana12
Sep 04, 2025 12:52 pm
Thank you for your reply. I'll give them another try; I was somewhat nervous that they would end up leaking.
onecoolnana12
Sep 04, 2025 12:54 pm
Do you irrigate? I do, and I'm wondering if they do well with doing that.