Hi Cornet: I am 60 and have had a urostomy for 1 1/2 years. I was explained by my Dr. that mucus is normal. Great lady who has worked at Puerto Rico Oncology Hospital for over 30 years (her name is Elsa) and is the one that checks patients and shows how to deal with ostomies told me that excess of mucus means you must drink more water.
Thanks to God and to Elsa I have not had a leaking accident for over a year. When at first I had the urostomy, I had constant leaks and was frustrated until I met Elsa. She dealt with the correct size of the bag, the waffle, and the barrier ring. In addition, she explained that I should attach the bag to the waffle and the barrier ring to the other side of the waffle prior to putting the waffle on my stoma. In addition, to avoid irritation, I use stoma powder around the stoma. But first of all, I use a solvent for any glue left around my stoma and also prep skin. On top of the tape of the waffle, I use extra tape - 4 strips, one on each side....tan tan...and that is the story. As you lose or gain weight, you might need to change the size of supplies. I change the bag every 4/5 days. Talk to whomever is assigned at the American Cancer Society. They might be helpful...Just in case, I only use Hollister...it has worked for me...quite expensive but great. Here is the order in which I use the supplies:
1- Attach the bag to the waffle and to the barrier ring. Cut the 4 pieces of tape (counting 14 squares on each for the length. I use Hypafix tape) put apart.
2- Clean the area of the stoma with 'uni-solve' (I use Smith and Nephew)
3- Take a bath
4- Spray "prep skin" (I use Smith and Nephew) all around the stoma.
5- When dry, put stoma powder "Adapt" around the stoma
6- Put on the bag that you prepared over the stoma. On top of the waffle tape, put the extra 4 strips of tape.
Hope it works, you will see that mucus will no longer bother you...
Note: I take a bath with a laundry bag around my hips every day to cover the stoma bag and avoid getting it wet.
I do go to the beach and of course I do not use the laundry bag, but change the tapes and if necessary the bag...