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Draining My Pouch
I have tried using the deodorizer solution as well as oil and I’m still having a problem with a backup above my stoma. Right now I have to work it down and it still isn’t really cleaned.
Any suggestions?
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I actually change pouches before I shower each morning, taking it right off and cleaning it out and hang it to dry. It works very well for me.
@pidge32 If I recall correctly, you have a colostomy? How many times do you need to empty a day? If it's not very frequent, perhaps using a closed and disposable bag would make sense for you. I don't have a colostomy so I don't have any experience myself with this. But it would be something to talk with your your wocn about. You could also come to our monthly virtual meeting and ask there.
Information about the meeting is here.
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@piki I want to make sure I am understanding what u r doing. U take pouch off, empty, wash and reuse. If so, do u have an issue with adhesive on pouch adhering to wafer once u reply.
@browndognotnow. I don't actually 'wash' the pouch...I just run hot water through it.
My pouches don't contain any adhesive. I use Coloplast's Sensura Mio pouches with the double click closing, a thin circle of plastic with a closure mechanism which tightens around the opening . I am not familiar with how any other pouch works.
Thanks. Mine are different. I received the type u have; however, because of thumb issues, I was unable to use. Thanks for responding.