This topic is about a creative and somewhat humorous approach to dealing with difficult situations using a colostomy, ileostomy, or urostomy bag. It involves using the bag in unexpected ways for payback or self-defense. Here are some insights and advice shared by people who have experience with this:

1. "Burping" the pouch, which means briefly opening it to release gas, can be a quick way to create an unpleasant odor. Some people have used this as a harmless prank or to make a point during a confrontation.

2. Many keep this tactic in mind as a form of self-defense:
- Opening the pouch and squeezing it can act like a "built-in mace."
- In case of a physical attack or robbery, removing the bag and throwing it is seen as an effective deterrent.

3. If you decide to use your pouch in this way, it's wise to carry a spare appliance and supplies so you can clean up and reattach it afterward.

4. The same odor tactic has been used in workplaces or retail settings, such as releasing gas in a room before a difficult supervisor or store clerk enters.

5. On a lighter note, people have shared humorous experiences:
- Stoma noises, like "burps and farts," can startle or amuse others, especially children.
- Some joke about using the pouch to playfully "slap" someone when provoked.
- A urostomy can allow women to urinate standing up, which can be convenient when out and about.

6. At airports or customs, some members have placed "green" (marijuana) under the pouch, noting that security usually recognizes it as a medical device and lets them pass. However, most agree that smuggling anything is unwise and risky.