The "Crusting Technique" Explained! (w/ video) - Tips and Tricks

RE: The "Crusting Technique" Explained! (w/ video)

VeganOstomy — Wed, 05 Oct 2022 16:03:17 +0000

Hi Elysse, I agree that loose output is easier to manage vs thick output, but I find that it's also more prone to causing leaks. I do have an article that might help with thick output here: https://www.veganostomy.ca/dealing-thick-ostomy-output/ And some general tips for dealing with pancaking here: https://www.veganostomy.ca/pancaking-ostomy-tips/ Good luck!

RE: The "Crusting Technique" Explained! (w/ video)

john68 — Wed, 05 Oct 2022 15:08:36 +0000

Hi Eylsse, Welcome to the forum, If you are using a bag with a filter try blocking of the filter with the stickers which come with the bags. A little air in the bag helps as well. How has your diet changed. Eric always suggests keeping a food diary to keep an eye on changes. I like to use prune juice to thin out thick output. Lots of others to try as well. It’s great to get an appointment with the nurse 👍

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Elysse — Mon, 03 Oct 2022 00:06:56 +0000

I have constant issues with “pancaking” around the stoma, the output won’t slide to the bottom of the bag and blows out the side seal. When I first got my bag, the output was too watery - that was a much simpler fix than trying to make it more watery now. Sorry not much help. I’m making an appt with an ostomy nurse as soon as I can get in. I’ll let you know if I get any new tips

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Trev — Tue, 07 Jun 2022 03:14:03 +0000

I use a barrier wipe (Smith & Nephew Skin-Prep) after cleaning around the stoma. If there is a weeping area, I powder it lightly with stoma powder IMMEDIATELY AFTER applying the barrier wipe. I find that when the barrier dries it binds the powder into it and forms a stronger defense than applying it directly to the weeping tissues.

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Dona — Mon, 24 Sep 2018 15:27:45 +0000

Kirstin,

The same thing happened to me. My stoma went kind of level with my skin...after talking to stoma nurse on the phone I got the OK to switch to the light convex wafer ( I use Hollister), and that fixed the leaking problem. I also use a barrier ring.

Good luck. There is a solution somewhere!

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john68 — Mon, 24 Sep 2018 13:03:10 +0000

Hi Kristen, As Eric says a convex wafer may be the route to go, getting the leaks stopped will get the skin back on track. Some ostomates use a barrier sheet as a first line of defence for broken skin before putting on the wafer.

https://www.veganostomy.ca/a-mini-guide-to-ostomy-supplies-protective-sheets-w-video/

Also are you getting help from a stoma nurse.

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sjlovestosing — Mon, 24 Sep 2018 13:00:02 +0000

Hi Kirsten,

Eric has a point. I had the same issues until I asked my ostomy nurse and also contacted Coloplast to ask for advice. My ostomy nurse first tried me with an extra ring, but that didn't help. Coloplast recommended a light convex system, which made a huge difference for me. My stoma is slightly oval, so I use a pre-cut barrier system that I cut just slightly on the sides to make it work. Because of a small irregularity around my stoma, I also use paste. I would suggest talking to your ostomy nurse or getting in touch with the company you use and ask questions - they are there to help.

Stella

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VeganOstomy — Mon, 24 Sep 2018 05:51:18 +0000

Hi Kristen,

Is your stoma flush? If so, the typical route would be convex wafers, which help to push the stoma out a little bit.

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Kirsten — Mon, 24 Sep 2018 01:03:25 +0000

Help! ... I have a stoma that produces output flush against the skin. This makes it difficult (actually it seems impossible) to prevent seepedge under my wafer and I have quite an area of skin that has become raw and bleeds most of the time. ... I have tried crusting, barrier cream, Eakins seals, etc. ... has anyone else has to deal with this problem with success? I would really love some advice other than ‘there’s really not much you can do’. - frustrated and in pain.

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VeganOstomy — Wed, 21 Mar 2018 15:28:42 +0000

Hi Betty, it's important to identify why he's having a leak because using products when they aren't needed may cause more problems. I have an article that goes over some of the many causes of leaks : https://www.veganostomy.ca/ostomy-leaks-tips/ See if any of them apply to your husband.