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Ballooning, when used in terms of ostomies, is used to refer to an ostomy bag that is puffed up (like a blown-up balloon) due to gas.
A common issue ostomates face is pancaking. Our OstomyLife Co-Moderator, Kelsey Scarborough, has compiled this troubleshooting guide based on her experience.
Watch this video to hear our Ostomy Lifestyle Specialist discuss why she came to partner with Shield and how together we can help medicare ostomy patients.
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Managing an ostomy at home involves ordering an assortment of products and accessories, and knowing what to expect is helpful.
For the past few months, I've found my stool has been pasty and sticky. Please tell me what to do to prevent ostomy "pancaking" from sticky stool.|For the past few months, I've found my stool has been pasty and sticky. Please tell me what to do to prevent ostomy "pancaking" from sticky stool.The first thing I would suggest is to make sure you're drinking enough fluids throughout the day.
