This topic is about finding solutions for longer-lasting ostomy bags and tips for showering with them. The person currently uses the Coloplast Sensura Mio but finds they need to change it every three days. They are looking for advice on other pouching systems that might last longer and how to manage showering with the bag on.

Here are some helpful insights and advice shared by others:

1. Showering Practices:
- Many people shower with their appliance on without using a plastic cover.
- After showering, towel-dry the bag and wafer, and consider using a hair-dryer on a low-warm setting to finish drying.
- Some have created a homemade shower curtain sleeve to deflect direct water spray.
- If your pouch has a filter, cover it with the supplied stickers before showering or swimming to prevent water damage.
- After showering, wrapping a piece of paper towel around the pouch outlet can help absorb any remaining moisture before getting dressed.

2. Longer Wear-Time Pouching Systems:
- Hollister two-piece closed or drainable systems are reported to last 7–10+ days between flange changes.
- Convatec Natura Durahesive (moldable) flanges used with Convatec Natura drainable pouches typically last 6–7 days. Specific items mentioned include:
- Convatec Durahesive Moldable Flange Ref #404593 (45 mm, ¾")
- Convatec Natura Drainable Pouch Ref #401507 (45 mm, ¾")
- Using Convatec systems with an Eakin Cohesive Seal can extend wear to a full week.
- Coloplast Sensura (standard two-piece, not Mio) is reported by one user to last a week between changes.

3. Accessories & Application Tips:
- Eakin Cohesive seals or Coloplast paste around the stoma can improve security and wear time.
- Coloplast “C-type” adhesive strips (Part #120700) are designed for the Sensura Mio Flip to help hold the wafer’s fish-shaped fingers in place and prevent leaks. An adhesive-remover spray is recommended when removing them.
- Y-shaped barrier strips (brand not specified) serve a similar purpose for other systems and provide a safety window if the flange begins to lift.
- Briefly warming the wafer with a hair-dryer after application can enhance adhesion.

4. Experiences Specific to Sensura Mio & Mio Flip:
- Mio pouches can be worn in the shower or pool if the filter is protected.
- Some find Mio wear-time short (1–3 days) or prone to early leaks, especially the Mio Flip on flat wafers. Others achieve 10-day wear by covering the filter and avoiding additional barrier rings or prep.
- If wear time suddenly shortens, consider the possibility of a “bad batch” of wafers and request replacement samples.

5. Troubleshooting Tips:
- Factors like output consistency, skin contour changes, and product revisions can affect wear-time. It's helpful to sample several brands and styles to find the best match.
- If convexity pushes off due to a firm abdomen or hernia mesh, look for flat wafers with flexible edges, such as those from Hollister or Coloplast’s standard Sensura, rather than the Mio Flip.