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Aug 28, 2017

Advice on Long Flights with an Ileostomy?

Topic Explanation:
The forum topic is about seeking advice and experiences from individuals with an ileostomy who have traveled on long flights. The original poster is concerned about managing their ileostomy during a long flight to visit their daughter in Perth, W.A.

Advice and Insights:
- Pack enough surgical supplies in a carry-on bag, including a change of clothes, tape, and extra underwear.
- Wear comfortable, loose clothes and consider bringing an extra change of clothes for comfort.
- Avoid eating within 5 hours of the flight, especially for longer flights, to manage output.
- Empty the pouch before boarding and consider an aisle seat for easier restroom access.
- Inform the airline about special dietary requirements to be served first and avoid queues for the restroom during meal times.
- Consider using a portable camping shower adapted for irrigation, and bring a battery-operated power shower for the irrigation process.
- Be prepared for security checks by informing them about the ostomy, and consider getting a disability pre-boarding pass for seat preference.

Additional Insights:
- Consider using a disposable underpad to keep feet and clothes dry in airplane restrooms.
- Be prepared for potential wet floors in airplane restrooms towards the end of the flight.
- Purchase ostomy supplies if needed at the WAOA in Perth, W.A.
- Consider informing security about the ostomy and using the explosive residue detector during security checks.
- Request a disability pre-boarding pass for seat preference and inform flight attendants about potential restroom needs.
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