How to stop ostomy bag leaking after colon cancer surgery?
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a month agoHello everyone, I was diagnosed with colon cancer in march they say (I’m close to stage two). I had a really bad infection in my colon so they had to remove some of it right now I currently have a ostomy bag which I’m having a problem with leaking does anyone have any idea of how to fix or at least minimize that problem. I was diagnosed March 8th 2026. So I’m fairly new to this still on trial and error to figure this out. Thank you in advance
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a month agoLearning to manage an ostomy bag can feel overwhelming at first, but many people find that leaking issues improve with practice and the right techniques. Consider reaching out to an ostomy nurse or your healthcare team for personalized guidance on proper fitting, skin preparation, and product selection - they often have helpful tips specific to your situation. Fellow community members here may also have valuable experiences to share about what has worked for them in preventing leaks.
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