Understanding Convexity

This video will review the characteristics of convexity for ostomy pouching systems.

[@jeanmank6342]

Very well-done video. I'm a six month "newbie" whoI had a beautiful flat stomach and nice, long (if floppy) stoma, but it has developed a hernia on top. I am doing well with the one-piece light Convatec. Wonderful job! Very clear presentation. I envy your beautiful cutting!

[@youthecat]

I've had my ileostomy since 1987. (30 years! omg!) It's amazing how long one can go without seeing an ET nurse and therefore, miss out on new product innovations and releases. Every once in a while (ok, maybe 3 times in 30 years, I check into what's new and am amazed at what I find. This video was VERY helpful for me as I've had a convexity issue for maybe 15 or so years and have been mostly just getting by with my "system". I use an Eakin seal on a 1-piece Convatec with mild convexity. So thank you, StMichaelsHospital, for the awesome information! I'll be busy checking out more of your videos probably for at least the rest of today. :o)

[@littlemrpinkness295]

I'm just amazed at how quickly she cuts those openings. Zoom! This was a good overview of convexity and how to counteract it. I had trouble for a long time, always had leaks. Not really a problem anymore. A person really does need the right supplies. Find a Stoma Nurse to go to. Usually you will find them in the Wound Care Clinic in the nearest hospital. You can get some amazing advice. They will have a cabinet full of so many different supplies that you can try out. Go. Get a Stoma Nurse. It will help you a huge amount.

[@thanhhuynh5007]

Thanks so much.I"ve had my ileostomy this year 2021 on may 17th.This video helpful for me

[@mahebang5444]

The ostomy bags is it expensive?

[@Zingiification]

Very helpful! I've always been confused and this video shed a lot of light on the topic. Thank you! :)

[@TheFrontButtYouTuber]

Amazing video! Thank you for posting.

[@mejja10]

Thank you so much for this video... my gf just got the operation and is so depressed because still in the hosital the bag keeps leaking so im trying to find the right one for her. She has no roblem with the idea of the bag but the fact that it does nto hold long and keeps leaking is making her depressed. I wish there was a special store where we could look at all the options... right now we are going crazy but thank you because now atleast I see there are so many more options than just 1. 1 thing tho... I wish there was a name to each of the ones u tried on the video to make it easier for people to look ofr the ones they think will fit and find it on the internet and make an order. But iot was great information thank you a lot from Spain

[@TinthiaClemant]

Keep pushing to find the right products. My sister has been struggling with leaking for three months. I'm still trying to find the right combination of products for her. Good luck.

[@melonando9642]

How are you going now? My dad is 2 months in and his is still leaking. Once a strong happy man, he’s now angry and very depressed. Possibly more surgery to sort out the leak which is at the side of his stoma. It’s hard watching it all happen. We are lucky in Australia as all the supplies are free. We have gone through many products and still doing so. Hopefully your partner is sorted now. It sure is a difficult time when things don’t work.

[@Bie482]

Thank you very much. I wish I would have seen your clip since my mom was back from the hospital 2 months ago. We had no idea about ostomy suppliers and -types at all. I fight with them like a blind. We will try a Convatec convex next time of wafer change. Let's see. Big thank and big hug!

[@JamesCouch777]

Thank you for an excellent video on how to find the right bag. It is a lot of trial and error trying to find what works.

[@69Afrikah]

Thank you for posting ! 2 weeks in and I've gone thru my entire monthly supply and had to purchase from Amazon to get me to the next insurance fill. I have that big yellow sponge one and using single flat bags with a barrier ring and have NO SKIN left after changing several times a day and night. Convex is going to be my best bet from what I see.

[@69Afrikah]

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[@annmallory7562]

If you have to buy your ostomy supplies, check the prices on Best Buy Medical Supplies. Their prices are very, very good and they pay shipping if you order $100 or more. Delivery is outstanding - three to four days from the time you order til the order arrives at your door. Give 'em a try. Check their prices on the internet. I wear Hollister and haven't found any better prices anywhere - and I've looked at everybody's prices!!! Three years in and Best Buy is still my go-to supplier. Take care of your stoma and it'll take care of you. I've named mine Rosebud and she's a finicky rascal! Had some problems after surgery, but when my ostomy nurse and I figured out Rosebud was convex, we had no more problems!!! Never leaks. Change every 3-5 days. Also use pouch liners from Colomajic - also order on-line. I've been where you are. Do what you need to do to take care of that stoma. It will become your best friend. My very best wishes to you!!!!

[@marianapacheco7504]

69Afrikah which brand did u end up wearing bc my mom is having problems with her stoma. Hers is kinda oval and inward instead of out so we have problems with leaks

[@susanbanfield6476]

Hi Mariana, I obtain my Supplies from Hollister.(I’m fortunate the Uk-NHS is Free for me.) I’m 82yrs had it for 5yrs. My Emergency Stoma is retracted, plus I have since a Hernia & have to wear a Special Hernia Belt ( on top of the belt which I attach to my Stoma pouch. However, initially my Stoma Nurse was wonderful on the way in which she informed for me to Care for it. Fingers Crossed I’ve NEVER had a Leak of any Sort. “ Perhaps you can get a Stoma Nurse to visit ur Mum, whereby she will be able to rectify the Problem your Dear Mum has. Best Wishes ( I noted SA I used to visit South Africa for Holiday’s)

[@susanbanfield6476]

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[@peterkerkula177]

Wowwww, incredible! But life is very possible even with this condition God bless you, Bestie!!!!

[@jb7456]

You did a Great Job at explaining and demonstrating how to apply your Convex. I too have an Ostomy 1 1/2 year old and a lil tummy too where my Stoma is an innie and not an outtie. I just found out that I be best to use the Convex because it will fit inwards closer to and more around the stoma. Thanks for showing my and other what we with tummy and innie stoma should consider and even try...Convex as opposed to non flat pouch.

[@sheliaburleson]

+J B Hi there my mom recently had a colostomy bag and we are going thru a leaking phase. I was wondering if you have have any ideas and what type of convex wafers would work. My mom has a tummy and an innie too. Her issues is i place the wafer on (laying down) and over time it could be 1 hr the stool gathers at opening and then mushrooms then bust out the sides. I have her on mrylax per the doctor. I use Hollister but very open to use another company if you know that works. thanks

[@jb7456]

Hello, Thanks for your question. I too use Hollister products One Piece Flex pouch. As for your mom's issue with leakage; I would advise her to get this Hollister number pouch # 8568 32 mm 1 1/4 precut. Why because some convex can be more hard and stiff not flexable as the one I just advise. The one I advise is not convex but I feel will work best for her. Also make sure the area where the pouch tape will be place if free of any oils/lotions and completely dry before applying the pouch. Tell her to also order a skin sticky like prep wipe be 3M product called Cavilon no sting Barrier Wipes and make sure she stands up and leans back holding any excess stomach stretched upward and then place the pouch over the stoma. She should never let her bag get too full. I find that any movement should be emptied as soon as possible to help less and overflow and possible leakages. I hope this info helps her out.

[@joewger]

Excellent. I am not confused anymore!

[@lioralafata1596]

This video is very helpful. Thanks for posting as it has answered some of my questions and I had no one to ask. Thanks again.

[@bevsartsandcrafts715]

This totally explained what convexity is about. Very helpful :) Thankyou

[@calao2288]

thank you for make this great video. cheers from Portugal

[@barbarasd1196]

This discussion is 9 years old. I’m sure there have many changes in the supplies available. it is time (2023) to update this information.

[@Hobothemason]

There’s not

[@lynda777]

The type of stoma still applies.

[@taylingessele3153]

You would think but no. Been suffering with a ducked up stoma for 5 years and nothing works.

[@nh6204]

As a recent colostomy recipient, I can attest to the fact there’s not much difference. Only material has been updated not actually device. After all it is what it is.

[@glamberson]

Thanks for these videos. I do with you'd explain rigidity and tension more, as I don't quite understand what circumstances under which you'd go with something more rigid or that has more tension.

[@sojourningteddybear6838]

Very soothing, calm voice.

[@lilbritt4403]

I have a new flush stoma this video really helped me feel confident my flat barriers and adapt paste should hopefully work well for me.

[@lilbritt4403]

I still use cut to fit flat wafers but I use eakin rings formed into a worm & then make a ring out of it to seal in my stoma and uneven scarring. I typically get 12-24hrs wear time nowadays

[@robinsonr6283]

It is very useful

[@diypoolguy2974]

Great visuals

[@valeriesantosjimmytorres3856]

Excelent video! Omg

[@hediehnazarian]

Thanks Jo! This was really helpful

[@1982frecklez]

Great video! Learned a lot THANK YOU!!!

[@chefselimkaiser5666]

Good videos

[@michelebreen1705]

Thank you

[@ThisEpicLife]

Great video!

[@mlumidao4330]

Why do they need that thing the red thing what is it for?

[@aduateresabenedetti1585]

Very helpful video, thank you!

[@rgjohn3454]

no mention of an ostomy belt and its pros and cons when used with a convex barrier

[@sojourningteddybear6838]

RG John I have a large belly and use a belt. The belt REALLY helps protrude my stoma out from the fold, which assists with ensuring that the waste goes into the bag instead of leaking out of the sides like it did when I first got home from the hospital. The only con to the belt is it makes my sides itch........Also, you’ll probably need to invest in two or three belts at once in case of an accident, so you won’t have to wait until you’ve washed and dried it to put it back on.

[@meredithpotter1478]

We had been using a barrier ring to provide a low level of convexity. What happens is that the barrier ring expands and splurges/pops through.

[@tifflovesmetal]

My stoma is on top of a bulging mound and is somewhat flush on one side. In need convex but it's hard to keep it against the skin as it can form a tunnel. I had to downsize to a smaller cut to fit to have the convex close to my stoma. It still rose off my skin a bit on the side of my scar so I added some strip paste to even it out.

[@loricollicott9094]

So which one from Hollister, would work best for a parastomal hernia with a dipped stoma??

[@chinlesswonderkid]

When applying a pouch, should a PT, (PT meaning patient) lie down completely or may there be vary types of rules?

[@maw717]

So you apply that ring to the wafer then apply wafer to body?

[@joseduranjr3152]

It would’ve helped if you gave item numbers

[@abeer.0]

I'm using Hollister conform 2 No: 37600 70mm but it's very expensive.

[@debarundutta3928]

Most ostomy, products are expensive, infact I use convatec, and it's coslty too

[@abeer.0]

@@debarundutta3928 yes you are right 😢💔

[@bevsartsandcrafts715]

I'd like to know, why are these supplies so expensive? Somebody, somewhere is raking it in :/

[@sojourningteddybear6838]

BevsArtsandCrafts yes lord!

[@mohammedhosein5210]

Its the law of the Rich to make a fortune over sick helpless poor people.

[@abeer.0]

Thanks alot for your effort. I'm with stoma bag since 2014 How can I get 2 pics with good price. Note: my stoma flat 😔😞

[@traceybingham3450]

I've had one since Sept 13 an NOT One has been able to stay on cause it leaks. I don't care who puts it on it always leaks the falls off , doctors put it on nurses , home health it only works 10 -12 hours. I NEED HELP DESPERATELY PLESE

[@1915FadedBelly]

You need to find the right one for you. Ring all the bag manufacturers, eg Coloplast, Hollister, etc. they will send you samples. You also need to have an application regimen with your chosen bag. Do you need convex? Do you need a barrier ring? Make sure the area is dried off with a hair dryer. See an ostomy nurse, the suppliers have them and can talk you through things. There’s private FB ileostomy groups. I know it’s hard at first.

[@joelbrooks7116]

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[@Antiinequity]

How about paste ?

[@sojourningteddybear6838]

Antiinequity because my belly is large and I have folds, I use the paste to help create a barrier, which has stopped my leaks from happening!!!!

[@runwellian]

The cost of these products is an absolute rip off. I have had a stoma since 1976 and have found the quality of the flanges /adhesive is now so poor that you need to change much more often adding to cost. I asked Hollister for a copy of their catalouge / charges which they flatly refused to issue so the patient has no way of knowing what is available to meet their needs. The demo looks at stomas that require uniform barriers but not all of us are 'perfectly shaped which leads to a lot of waste, but that means more money for Hollister!

[@tinav1341]

Why continue with hollister. I cringe thinking of the thousands of dollars wasted on leaky and often problematic bags. I use coplast sensura mio now. Been years since, no leaks. I am lumpy and bumpy and tracked with scars. Im thrilled to sleep now. Resting easy.

[@abeer.0]

Note: I'm from Iraq living with my family in UAE Abu Dhabi.

[@samanthaharoun7881]

The word “uhm” must be her favorite.

[@dave2329]

You said "actually" about 400 times!

[@grbgrb1381]

THE OVER USE OF THE FILLER WORD "ACTUALLY" IS DISTRACTING AND ACTUALLY NAUSEATING. STOP SAYING "ACTUALLY" PLEASE!