Hey guys, I have a curious question about odor. It is my understanding that there shouldn't be any odor from the ileostomy bag unless there is a leak or if you are changing it or emptying it. However, after my normal change today, I have noticed a lingering odor. I checked everything, and there are no leaks or holes anywhere in the appliance, and none of the contents could have gotten on anything outside of the bag. Have any of you had this issue after changing out your bag? It just seems odd to me that I would have this when there are no leaks.
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