Absolutely. The weight gain changes the curve of your stomach. I gained weight and was having a terrible time with leaks. You my need to change to a new pouching system or try some wax rings to level the surface. Get in touch with an Ostomy nurse.
When I had many leaks over a period of time, working with the representative from Comfort Medical, he suggested I change my one piece convex pouching system with Coloplast, to a deep convex pouching, and this has made a big difference for me.
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Absolutely. The weight gain changes the curve of your stomach. I gained weight and was having a terrible time with leaks. You my need to change to a new pouching system or try some wax rings to level the surface. Get in touch with an Ostomy nurse.
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3 ReactionsWelcome, @msrollo1960. I hope you saw the helpful post from @katey122. Here's another related discussion that may interest you:
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Were you able to talk to your ostomy nurse about the weight gain and possibly needing new slutions for the leak?
When I had many leaks over a period of time, working with the representative from Comfort Medical, he suggested I change my one piece convex pouching system with Coloplast, to a deep convex pouching, and this has made a big difference for me.
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