Skin problem and blow outs on bag edge

I far prefer the Velcro closings to that plastic clip. I also use Skin Tac and my local small pharmacy stocks it.

I use skin tac too. It applied with a ready made gauze. So, far I have much fewer break throughs.

I use the clips…I’ve always been afraid the Velcro will give way if I get too much pressure from air or stool.

I've had one blowout...and it wasn't the Velcro giving out.

Shortly after getting out of the hospital, I had 3 or 4 seal breaks within a couple of days—one really bad one. Nurses all agreed it was a bad batch of bags, which led me to the great hunt for one that works. Along the way, I discovered that some adhesive gives me rash problems. I also learned that a convex pouch solved a lot of issues for me. I finally arrived at the soft convex bag by Coloplast and discovered that size matters in the hole I cut for my stoma. I also found that changing on Day 4 is my sweet spot. I got samples galore and worked hand in hand with my ostomy nurse ( the retired mom of a nurse friend) throughout this process. I now can change my bag with only cleaning rags (I use Box of Rags by Scott tissues—softer than paper towels, strong and disposable) and skin prep. My rash has cleared up and hopefully will stay away, and it takes much less time to change. Just some suggestions os what has worked for me.

I've never replied here so I expect this won't send. My "breakouts" have been in the barrier ring (putty ring, gummy ring, whatever), most often at the 3 o'clock position. Too often, I can't make a pouch last 3 days without it getting stinky. Can I ever hope to sit among an indoor audience (like at a play or concert) again? Oh, yes yes, say the Mayo people. Or play sports? Their response is just as cheerful. Meanwhile, I can't do moderate, easy chainsaw work around our place without "busting" another pouch barrier ring. (My next birthday I'll be 80; does that sound like I'm exerting a whole lot?) When this whole rig depends upon an adhesive... well, it works poorly on me. Some ostomy accessory might help, but I don't know what that would be. Well, let's all "hang in there." We don't have much choice. -- Bruce T., Wisconsin

Sorry to read of your plight, Bruce. Perhaps you could say what brand and type of appliance you are using. And how long you've had your ostomy. Lots of folks have problems of leakage when they start out. I sure did but the home care nurses helped me to figure out what I needed. And do you have a stoma clinic in your vicinity ( I don't) or home care visiting nurses? And Happy Birthday ahead of time. I just turned 84.

I use for my adhesive SkinTac Wipes, made by the Torbot Group, RI. I buy it from my small local pharmacy (and I live in Canada). It's very strong although if you have abrasions or skin problems it can sting at first

And it doesn't have to smell. There are all kinds of pouch deodorants out there. And it probably has to do with your diet. I've never had a problem with smell...but then I eat pretty much like a vegetarian. Maybe on the nights you are attending a concert you could eat a big salad??? Might work.

I never could get the rings to work, so quit using them. I used a one-piece bag, and all bags are not created equal. Surprisingly the most effective bag I found was on Amazon, when I needed some bags delivered in a day:
One Piece Ostomy Bag Ostomy Supplies, 15 mm-60 mm Cut to Fit Drainable Pouches with Closure for Ileostomy Stoma Care. Visit the Heagimed Store. For skin problems I found that powder worked the best for me. Good luck.

My husband is 83 and has has been using Coloplast pouches for over a year. I change it every 4 days. The Ostomy nurse changed his barrier ring to a thinner one which has resulted in no leakage at all. When that pouch is on, it's really on. The elastic belt that is affixed to to the 1 piece pouch keeps it firmly in place. No gravity pull on the pouch. Coloplast customer service are always happy to help with questions. I have called them and I'm very impressed with their help. I hope you can resolve your pouch problems as it is bad enough to have to use a pouch without more grief. Good luck.

I had the same problems for awhile. I found a convex bag works wonders and I am able to keep it on 3-4 days. I use stoma powder in any irritated skin. I sprinkle it on, remove excess and follow with spray skin prep.m - heals right up. Hang in there!