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I am using a one piece disposal pouch. I think changing the wafer and cleaning the...

https://connect.mayoclinic.org/comment/1080553/

Discussion: Rash around the stoma

Support Group: Ostomy

Posted: Jun 4, 2024

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I also use a dryer every time I change the appliance — warmth helps seal the...

https://connect.mayoclinic.org/comment/1079414/

Discussion: Rash around the stoma

Support Group: Ostomy

Posted: Jun 2, 2024

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I’m using a 1 piece Sensura Mio soft convex pouch with Bravo protective seal. Are you...

https://connect.mayoclinic.org/comment/968167/

Discussion: Swimming Melted the Brava ostomy protective seal

Support Group: Ostomy

Posted: Nov 20, 2023

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@leigeman, don’t lose heart. For several months your abdomen is still adjusting to the surgery. When...

https://connect.mayoclinic.org/comment/328846/

Discussion: Ileostomy leaks and skin care

Support Group: Ostomy

Posted: Nov 30, 2020

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Coloplast convex extended wear wafer. I buy through Cardinal Health (Edgepark Medical Supplies). They send supplies...

https://connect.mayoclinic.org/comment/1031663/

Discussion: Ostomy: Adapting to life after colostomy, ileostomy or urostomy

Support Group: Ostomy

Posted: Mar 11, 2024

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Not at all. And I’m able to do anything I want. Swim, hike, travel… The first...

https://connect.mayoclinic.org/comment/907106/

Discussion: Ostomy: Adapting to life after colostomy, ileostomy or urostomy

Support Group: Ostomy

Posted: Aug 3, 2023

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Hi! I'm a little confused by "my protective seal was melted in my pouch". Was the...

https://connect.mayoclinic.org/comment/973442/

Discussion: Swimming Melted the Brava ostomy protective seal

Support Group: Ostomy

Posted: Dec 1, 2023

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I use Convatec had the same problem ,leakage in the wafer. A wound care nurse told...

https://connect.mayoclinic.org/comment/1225505/

Discussion: Changed barrier design and now leaks. What can I do?

Support Group: Ostomy

Posted: Jan 30 11:59am

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I would contact surgeon about the amount of fluid leaking from the belly button. That would...

https://connect.mayoclinic.org/comment/1066950/

Discussion: Ostomy bag won't stick - fluid from belly button

Support Group: Ostomy

Posted: May 13, 2024

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I had so many leaks for the first couple of months, frustrating isn't a strong enough...

https://connect.mayoclinic.org/comment/328849/

Discussion: Ileostomy leaks and skin care

Support Group: Ostomy

Posted: Jan 1, 2021

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Has anyone had personal experience with rectovaginal fistula repair?

https://connect.mayoclinic.org/discussion/has-anyone-had-personal-experience-with-recto-vaginal-fistula-repair/

After surgery in August for hemorrhoids and rectal prolapse I was left with fecal incontinence. Soon after going home from the hospital I noticed fecal...

Support Group: Ostomy

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