Hi @becsbuddy thanks. Yes my skin around my stoma is getting red & irritated and instead of blasting 5-7 days my appliance needs to be changed every 3-4 days. I have worked with the Mayo Clinic ostomy nurse but when they attach the bag it lasts less than 3 days. I am not obese, I only weigh 135 pounds and am 5’ 7”. I am interested in hearing about new appliances, barrier strips, paste, etc. Also, what is the expected time for an appliance to last for active people?