Questions about managing a Stoma Pouch

I have never heard of that type of bag. I empty my pouch when ever it is half full or going somewhere. It could be every 4-5-6 hours depends on what i eat and when I eat. I have gone up to 8 hours without needing to empty.

Same here.

Thanks for your reply.

Thanks. When I go to the VA next Wednesday I'll ask for details on the pouches they intend to provide. From searches via Google, many mentioned pouches needing drained after a maximum of about 4 hours.

Try calling Edgepark in Ohio thats where I get my supplies 800-321-0591.They are very helpful

Thanks, I'll give them a call.

Thanks, I will.

From what I gather, leaking of the Stoma pouch barrier ring is a common concern, along with properly applying a quality adhesive. Barrier ring extenders are even available.

If the Stoma pouch is connected to an external collector, such as a leg bag, pouch weight would be insignificant, thus much less prone to leakage.

Some Google sites even mention using an external collector during sleep hours, but provide few details.

Anybody here had much experience in that regard?

@gordy6898p, you may find some useful tips about leakage in this related discussion:
- Ileostomy leaks and skin care
https://connect.mayoclinic.org/discussion/ileostomy-leaks-and-skin-care/

It looks like you've done some extensive searching online about ostomies, so you've probably already seen this article from U of Chicago Medicine. I find it clear and it answers a lot of questions

- A Guide to Ostomy Bags and Pouching Systems https://www.uchicagomedicine.org/conditions-services/colon-rectal-surgery/ostomy/guide-to-pouching-systems

When will you be getting your stoma?

Thanks for the info, I'll check those out....

Chemo infusion #3, and evaluation, is scheduled for next Wednesday, November 15.

Depending on those results, nothing firm is yet scheduled for the Stoma procedure.