Just had a disaster with loop ileostomy stoma bag! Instead of going down it came out sideways, down my leg and abdomen. Had to change everything from the waist down and put it straight on the washing machine.
It was my fault didn't check or empty early enough.
Glad it happened at home not elsewhere. I am now fitting out a bag of bits for use out and about.
Any advice re stopping sideways leakage?
Hi FiveO
Oh, it’s so annoying isn’t it? I have a permanent colostomy and a urostomy rather than an ileostomy, but the challenges can be the same with leakages!
Early emptying is of course the first thing, but sometimes we forget or don’t realise. I would never go out for the day without a small bag of “just in case” supplies. I usually take 2 of everything and a change of clothes. I’ve been caught out before and been glad I’ve had this with me.
I make sure that I’ve got a good fix on each bag-pressing and holding after I’ve stuck it onto my skin. I also use flange extenders-brava elastic strips-which I can put round the bag to help it stay on. I also use fusion independence applicator sticks, which are little sticks impregnated with adhesive which I use over my skin before I attach my bag.
These things give me that extra bit of confidence which is helpful.
Sarah xx
