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Dec 30, 2010

Bag Leaks When I Leave - Need Advice!

Topic Explanation
The forum topic is about a person who had ileostomy surgery for Crohn's disease and is experiencing bag leaks when leaving home, especially in warm weather. They are seeking advice and suggestions to prevent these leaks and improve their social life.

Advice and Insights
- Different products work for different people, so it's important to try samples from different manufacturers to find the best fit.
- Consider using barrier rings instead of paste and using barrier strips around the outside of the barrier for extra protection.
- It's essential to ensure the bag is properly sealed and to find a bag that suits individual needs.
- Using skin prep, strip paste, and convex bags can help prevent leaks.
- Consider using shallow base plates and mare rings for better skin protection.
- Using tape to secure the wafer can help prevent leaks, especially in hot weather or when bending over.
- Barrier spray or wipe can be used to prevent leaks caused by sweat.
- It's important to cut the hole in the wafer properly and to seek advice from a stoma nurse.
- Bringing extra supplies like towels and clothes when going out can be helpful in case of leaks.
- Using a belt with the appliance can provide extra support and prevent leaks.
- It's important to find a routine that works for individual activities and environments, such as changing the appliance more frequently in hot weather or when moving around a lot.
- Trying different products and finding the right combination can help reduce leaks to a minimum.

Conclusion
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