Topic Explanation:
The forum topic is about a pregnant woman who had ileostomy surgery and is experiencing complications with her ostomy bag, including constant leaking and skin pain. She is seeking advice on how to make her situation more bearable.

Advice and Insights:
- Contact an ostomy nurse or doctor/midwife for advice on using convex bags to prevent leaks.
- Seek medical attention at once, as hospitals have trained staff and supplies to help with ostomy complications.
- Consider trying different pouches and additions to make a proper seal, and request samples from various companies to find the right fit.
- Use skin barrier wipes, barrier rings, and surgical waterproof tape for extra security and skin protection.
- Consider using Flamazine cream to calm burned skin, a suction pump for stoma output, and a hernia belt for prolapse. Consult a stoma specialist for the best products to try.
- Be insistent in seeking help from a WOC nurse, and consider a two-piece system for better ostomy management.
- If the stoma is less than a 1/2 inch above the skin, a revision may be needed, and an ostomy nurse can provide the best advice and options.
- Consider using calamine lotion to soothe skin breakouts before applying the pouch.
- Try using barrier rings to prevent leaks, as they have been effective for others in similar situations.