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Aug 08, 2019

How do you sleep with an ostomy? Need advice!

Topic Explanation:
The forum topic is about seeking advice on how to sleep comfortably with an ostomy. The original poster, Bob, describes the challenges he faces due to the position of his stoma and seeks innovative suggestions from the community on how to position himself for better sleep.

Advice and Insights:
- Some individuals have resorted to sleeping in a recliner to avoid leakage issues while lying down in bed.
- Using a body pillow or a medical bed with adjustable positioning has been helpful for some individuals.
- Sleeping on the side with knees bent slightly has been a comfortable position for some ostomy patients.
- Using a neck pillow shaped like a horseshoe to support the ostomy bag while lying on the stomach has been effective for some individuals.
- Sleeping in a semi-reclined position with multiple pillows for support has helped prevent nighttime leakage issues for some individuals.
- Some individuals have found relief by using a water bed, which provides support without exerting excessive pressure on the ostomy appliance.
- Using a larger, high-output pouch specifically designed for nighttime use has allowed some individuals to sleep longer without needing to empty the bag.
- Engaging in activities such as walking during the day, using sleeping herbs, gentle music, and yoga nidra have been helpful for improving sleep quality.
- Some individuals have found comfort in sleeping on their side, using a regular bag during the day and a high-output pouch for nighttime.
- Creating a space for the bag with foam or using a foam-filled tube positioned over or under the stoma while sleeping has been beneficial for some individuals.
- Some individuals have adapted to sleeping for shorter periods and have developed strategies to optimize their awake time, such as engaging in projects and activities during the night.
- It has been noted that sleep deprivation is a common challenge for individuals with an ostomy, and finding effective sleep solutions is an ongoing process for many.
- Some individuals have found relief by using a mass of pillows behind them to sleep in a semi-reclining position, which has helped prevent nighttime leakage issues.
- Using a neck pillow when lying on the back and sleeping on the stomach with a doubled pillow for support has been helpful for some individuals.
- Some individuals have found comfort in sleeping on their side, using a regular bag during the day and a high-output pouch for nighttime.
- Engaging in activities such as walking during the day, using sleeping herbs, gentle music, and yoga nidra have been helpful for improving sleep quality.
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