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Jan 16, 2023

Seeking Recommendations for Best Colostomy Bags

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The discussion is centered around finding the best colostomy bags for a new ostomate who has been using Hollister one-piece bags for 4-5 months. The user has a hernia, which causes the adhesive to wrinkle, reducing the bag's lifespan. They have tried a sample of the convex Sensura bag, which leaked after the first day, and are seeking recommendations for better options. The user also mentions a dislike for two-piece bags due to them coming unsnapped.

Advice and Insights:

1. Hollister Bags:
- Some users with hernias use Hollister bags and achieve 4-5 days of wear time. Hollister offers both flat and convex options.
- Hollister makes a soft convex one-piece bag (#8958) that provides comfort and protection, with a wear time of up to six days.
- Another recommended Hollister product is the one-piece convex bag (#82711), which can be sampled by contacting the company.

2. Coloplast Sensura Mio:
- The Coloplast Sensura Mio Click two-piece convex has been used successfully for almost three years by one user, who notes that the wafers mold well to a non-flat tummy.
- The Coloplast Sensura Mio Deep Convex One Piece is another option, though it may not work for everyone with a hernia. Trying samples is advised.

3. Additional Products and Techniques:
- Convex rings, such as Bravas, and Sure Seals can be used for additional support.
- Barrier strips and extenders, like Brava elastic Barrier stripes Y shaped (#120721) and CeraPlus holster Barrier extenders (#79402), can enhance security and reduce leakage.
- A user found success with the Sensura Mio convex soft Convex ostomy pouch One piece (#16706) and recommends using a Y-shaped barrier under it for better support.
- An ostomy pouch deodorant, Safe n Simple unscented, is suggested for odor control.
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