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Support Group: Ostomy

Posted: Oct 3, 2018

Hi Marc, Well I see you are from Ottawa so I would assume you would just...

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Discussion: Covid Fat After Colostomy...Safe Way To Loose Without Hernia Potential

Support Group: Ostomy

Posted: Nov 3, 2020

I could not deal with emptying the bag and everyone I tried leaked so I had...

https://connect.mayoclinic.org/comment/1290156/

Discussion: Skin problem and blow outs on bag edge

Support Group: Ostomy

Posted: 2 days ago

I have struggled with high output and dehydration, although not in conjunction with immunotherapy. I've had...

https://connect.mayoclinic.org/comment/1291386/

Discussion: Immunotherapy with ileostomy

Support Group: Colorectal Cancer

Posted: 1 day ago

Bathe as in the bathtub? I would give a million dollars to take a bath but...

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Discussion: Skin problem and blow outs on bag edge

Support Group: Ostomy

Posted: Mar 9 1:04pm

I developed a red rash too and it itched like crazy. I went to see my...

https://connect.mayoclinic.org/comment/1253134/

Discussion: Skin problem and blow outs on bag edge

Support Group: Ostomy

Posted: Mar 8 9:59am

My surgeon advised me to get enough fiber in the food I eat, and to drink...

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Discussion: Constipation, gas and cramping year after reversal surgery: Normal?

Support Group: Ostomy

Posted: Feb 2 3:45pm

Hi, lrandall55! I have had a colostomy since September of 2015. "Pancaking" has been an issue...

https://connect.mayoclinic.org/comment/1254186/

Discussion: Skin problem and blow outs on bag edge

Support Group: Ostomy

Posted: Mar 9 4:53pm

I will definitely start keeping track of my water intake. Probably don't drink enough. Thank you...

https://connect.mayoclinic.org/comment/1228371/

Discussion: Constipation, gas and cramping year after reversal surgery: Normal?

Support Group: Ostomy

Posted: Feb 3 8:32am

I've had an Ileostomy for 15 years. I carry a fanny pack with: 1. a collapsible...

https://connect.mayoclinic.org/comment/1225636/

Discussion: New to the Ileostomy world: Any tips?

Support Group: Ostomy

Posted: Jan 30 2:37pm

Love the collapsible water bottle (and I love shopping on Amazon). thank you

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Discussion: New to the Ileostomy world: Any tips?

Support Group: Ostomy

Posted: Feb 11 8:26am

I’ve had good luck using a skin protectant wipe. I change stoma every 4 days. Have...

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Discussion: New to the Ileostomy world: Any tips?

Support Group: Ostomy

Posted: Feb 11 11:37pm

I have tried miralax many times. It aggravated my IBS. Sometimes the prunes or raisin bran...

https://connect.mayoclinic.org/comment/1228369/

Discussion: Constipation, gas and cramping year after reversal surgery: Normal?

Support Group: Ostomy

Posted: Feb 3 8:30am

My sigmoid and part of the descending colon was removed 5 mths ago. I battled with...

https://connect.mayoclinic.org/comment/1229130/

Discussion: Constipation, gas and cramping year after reversal surgery: Normal?

Support Group: Ostomy

Posted: Feb 4 8:22am

I have had the same problem since sigmoid removal. Have tried fiber, more water, and stool...

https://connect.mayoclinic.org/comment/1264725/

Discussion: Constipation after colostomy reversal: Suggestions?

Support Group: Ostomy

Posted: Mar 23 9:25am

Yes, drinking plenty of fluids and getting enough fiber is so important. Don’t limit yourself to...

https://connect.mayoclinic.org/comment/1227886/

Discussion: Constipation, gas and cramping year after reversal surgery: Normal?

Support Group: Ostomy

Posted: Feb 2 4:03pm

I find just the opposite the thicker my stool the more it pancakes. I use a...

https://connect.mayoclinic.org/comment/1253084/

Discussion: Skin problem and blow outs on bag edge

Support Group: Ostomy

Posted: Mar 8 9:16am

I use convetec two piece natura system, works great no leaks, have had very few rashes...

https://connect.mayoclinic.org/comment/1241260/

Discussion: New to the Ileostomy world: Any tips?

Support Group: Ostomy

Posted: Feb 20 8:11am

I’m so glad he has you to help him recover. As for diet, I would get...

https://connect.mayoclinic.org/comment/1225222/

Discussion: New to the Ileostomy world: Any tips?

Support Group: Ostomy

Posted: Jan 30 8:13am

Hi Irandall51, I’m sorry you’re having these issues. As far as the skin issue, is it...

https://connect.mayoclinic.org/comment/1253010/

Discussion: Skin problem and blow outs on bag edge

Support Group: Ostomy

Posted: Mar 8 7:32am

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