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Aug 04, 2016

Desperate for help with gas and odor!

Topic Explanation:
The forum topic is about a person seeking help for gas build-up and odor related to an ostomy. They express frustration with the issue and are looking for support and advice from the community.

Relevant Advice and Insights:
- Anti-gas tablets have helped some individuals with similar issues.
- Limiting intake of certain foods like veggies and fruits can reduce gas build-up for some people.
- Using pouches with filters can prevent gas build-up and odor.
- Diet plays a significant role in managing gas issues, with some foods like beer, soda, and sugar being common triggers.
- It may take time for gas issues to normalize after ostomy surgery.
- Eating mini meals and consuming prune juice can help reduce gas volume.
- Changing ostomy bags daily can prevent gas seepage and using a powerful fan can help with odor control.
- Some individuals have found relief from gas issues by using specific medications like Levbid and Gas-X.
- Using ostomy bags with filters and seeking samples from suppliers can help manage gas and odor issues.
- Gas issues can vary, with some individuals experiencing smelly gas and others dealing with vacuum-related problems.

Gas Management:
- Consider using anti-gas tablets and limiting intake of gas-triggering foods.
- Use pouches with filters to prevent gas build-up and odor.
- Experiment with diet adjustments such as consuming mini meals and prune juice to manage gas volume.
- Change ostomy bags daily to prevent gas seepage and consider using a powerful fan for odor control.
- Consult a doctor about medications like Levbid and Gas-X for gas management.
- Request samples of filter-equipped ostomy bags from suppliers to find the most effective option.
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