Topic Explanation
The discussion revolves around an emergency situation where a person with a new ileostomy (as of October 11) experienced major leakage issues and ran out of supplies. In a desperate attempt to manage the situation, they resorted to using duct tape to repair the seal of their last remaining pouch. They are hoping this temporary fix will last until their Amazon order arrives or they can get help from their home health agency or surgeon's office.

Advice and Insights
1. Hospital and Emergency Room Supplies:
- Hospitals or emergency rooms almost never have ostomy supplies readily available as they usually need to special order them.
- It is advisable to always keep an extra box of supplies, even if they are a cheaper brand, to avoid running out due to mail delays or defective products.

2. Seeking Professional Help:
- Physicians and ERs are unlikely to help unless they have a Wound, Ostomy, and Continence (WOC) nurse on call.
- It is important to see an ostomy nurse for proper care and advice.
- Home health agencies may have a fully trained WOC nurse, which is ideal, but any nurse with stoma experience can be helpful.

3. Skin Care and Bag Seal:
- Duct tape can be harsh on the skin, so it is crucial to take care of the skin around the stoma.
- Learning how to achieve a good bag seal is essential to prevent leakage and protect the skin.