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Skin problem and blow outs on bag edge

Posted by lrandall51 @lrandall51, Mar 6 11:48am

I am almost 6 months out of surgery. I have a rash around the stomach area where bag adheres to skin. Any suggestions?
Also. My stool seems to collect at the stoma and eventually pushes thru the seal of the bag. Any suggestions? I started using the lubricant and it seems to help. Trying to firm up stool as well. Thank you

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katey122 | @katey122 | Mar 27 3:38pm
In reply to @tatersinger "Hi, Katey. I take baths with my bag on. It feels super good to soak in..." + (show)
@tatersinger

Hi, Katey. I take baths with my bag on. It feels super good to soak in a tub. That said, my immune system is weak from medications that I take for rheumatoid arthritis. If you are on meds that reduce your white blood cell counts (i.e. steroids, chemo, biologics for IBD), maybe ask your doc if it is safe for you to soak in a tub without your bag on. I used to shower with my bag off when it was "innactive." Well, I had a small sore on my backside that became infected with a morganella infection. Basically, my wound care doc told me that if I have any cuts, abrasions, bug bites, i.e., I should not bathe with my bag off. However--I do like changing my bag in my shower, and washing the bag area with the hand-held shower sprayer. I get better adherance by completely washing off bag remover residue. Your wound/ ostomy care nurse can recommend what type of soap you should use. Avoid soap with moisturizers that would reduce adherance, for example.

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Thank you! I will try bathing with a Stona cap. Oh, the idea of a good soal is wonderful!

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lauramae3 | @lauramae3 | Mar 28 11:07am
In reply to @katey122 "@lrandall51 Sounds like you are experiencing 'pancaking' near your stoma sight. Do you gave an ileostomy?..." + (show)
@katey122

@lrandall51 Sounds like you are experiencing 'pancaking' near your stoma sight.
Do you gave an ileostomy? I had that same problem in the beginning of my stoma journey. I found applying oil, olive or mineral, around the inside of my pouch helped.
Also if you want to thicken your output peanut butter, mashed potatoes and marshmallows all work.
I only change my pouch every 5 to 6 days unless I form a leak which isn't very often, thankfully.
It takes time, I'm 2 years in and have learned several tricks.

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How long did it take you to change your pouch by yourself? My husband's operation was August 2024 and I'm still changing it every 4 days. Not a problem as it only takes 15 minutes. Heaven only knows how long it would take him. He has cancer issues so I'll never add to his existing problems.

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tatersinger | @tatersinger | Mar 28 12:29pm
In reply to @katey122 "Thank you! I will try bathing with a Stona cap. Oh, the idea of a good..." + (show)
@katey122

Thank you! I will try bathing with a Stona cap. Oh, the idea of a good soal is wonderful!

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Yesssss, having a good soak feels wonderful, and "normal." Big hugs.

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lrandall51 | @lrandall51 | Mar 29 6:00am

My skin is healing nicely now. I do get in the shower to wash my stomach area. Will try a bath! TY

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pez01 | @pez01 | Mar 29 8:18am

I love my baths I take them all the time. I havent used a stoma cap yet but I place a washcloth over my stoma. I use Dr Teals bath with epsom salts and soak my aches and pains

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lrandall51 | @lrandall51 | 5 days ago

I had same problems with stool gathering under pouch that def bothers stomach and skin. Oil in my bag helps. I also got 2 new things to try. A caulk that is added on top of the ring…and a sponge applicator with sticky stuff that goes around the outer edge that makes adhering bag better.

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harrison221 | @harrison221 | 2 days ago
In reply to @lrandall51 "Thank you for your help. I am trying to firm up my stool with the same..." + (show)
@lrandall51

Thank you for your help. I am trying to firm up my stool with the same OTC meds. How long does it take to heal from surgery? I am 6 weeks out and it still looks raw. My skin is suffering the most….still looking for an osteomyelitis nurse here.

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Are you talking about the surgery incision? I had 4 Laproscopic holes and a 4 inch incision. The incision was glued together and all this was completely healed within about two weeks after leaving the Hospital.
If you are talking about the redness on your skin around your Stoma and are still having problems you need to see a Doctor. Look for a Wound Center at a hospital near you. See a Gastroenterologist or go to the ER but see someone ASAP.

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lapb | @lapb | 1 day ago
In reply to @lauramae3 "How long did it take you to change your pouch by yourself? My husband's operation was..." + (show)
@lauramae3

How long did it take you to change your pouch by yourself? My husband's operation was August 2024 and I'm still changing it every 4 days. Not a problem as it only takes 15 minutes. Heaven only knows how long it would take him. He has cancer issues so I'll never add to his existing problems.

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Hi it took me a very long time 10 11 months due to symptoms issues. You are amazing and patient as my husband has been for me.
He will get there continue with patients and gentle encouragement inviting him to assist if he is able to slow and steady wins the race . God bless you both

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lauramae3 | @lauramae3 | 1 day ago
In reply to @lapb "Hi it took me a very long time 10 11 months due to symptoms issues. You..." + (show)
@lapb

Hi it took me a very long time 10 11 months due to symptoms issues. You are amazing and patient as my husband has been for me.
He will get there continue with patients and gentle encouragement inviting him to assist if he is able to slow and steady wins the race . God bless you both

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Thank you for your input. He hasn't indicated a desire to try it. However, I'll continue to do it as long as I'm able. 15 to 20 minutes for the pouch change and just a few minutes for the other stoma , mucas fistula on his left side which only requires gauze and tape. Good luck in this continuing journey.

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ravna | @ravna | 15 hours ago
In reply to @lrandall51 "I had same problems with stool gathering under pouch that def bothers stomach and skin. Oil..." + (show)
@lrandall51

I had same problems with stool gathering under pouch that def bothers stomach and skin. Oil in my bag helps. I also got 2 new things to try. A caulk that is added on top of the ring…and a sponge applicator with sticky stuff that goes around the outer edge that makes adhering bag better.

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How are things going?

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