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I had my colon removed + j-pouch in 1987, and a permanent ileostomy in 2003 1....

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Discussion: New to the Ileostomy world: Any tips?

Support Group: Ostomy

Posted: Feb 27 10:41am

Hi! I had a bowel resection and colostomy on September 21 after two weeks of hospitalization...

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Discussion: Ostomy: Adapting to life after colostomy, ileostomy or urostomy

Support Group: Ostomy

Posted: Oct 3, 2018

Hi, it’s terrifying whenever one has to have surgery. I’m sorry that you are going through...

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Discussion: What is life like living with an Ileorectal Anastomosis?

Support Group: Ostomy

Posted: Jul 5 5:55am

My husband cuts everything he eats very small and then chews it very well. He also...

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Discussion: ileostomy blockage

Support Group: Ostomy

Posted: Jun 19 8:19am

Hi. I had the surgery you're having (TC-IRA) 2 years ago in August. It was robotic...

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Discussion: What is life like living with an Ileorectal Anastomosis?

Support Group: Ostomy

Posted: Jul 5 4:22pm

It probably is a good idea to leave the skin uncovered, but the Ostomy nurse said...

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Discussion: Skin problems under Ostomy appliance

Support Group: Ostomy

Posted: 4 days ago

I agree, Chew, Chew, Chew, and stay hydrated. If you decide you would like some foods...

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Discussion: ileostomy blockage

Support Group: Ostomy

Posted: Jun 19 10:28am

Chewing until liquified in my mouth helped me. If you can, just use your own saliva...

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Discussion: ileostomy blockage

Support Group: Ostomy

Posted: Jun 19 9:54am

I'm assuming you received nutrition via the NG (naso-gastric?) tube. I had a hemi-colectomy because of...

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Discussion: Nervous about Reversal Surgery

Support Group: Ostomy

Posted: 1 day ago

I’m really sorry to hear about the ongoing challenges you’re facing with runny, pasty stools and...

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Discussion: What helps improve stools after surgery and ostomy removal?

Support Group: Colorectal Cancer

Posted: May 2 8:33pm

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

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Discussion: Immunotherapy with ileostomy

Support Group: Colorectal Cancer

Posted: Apr 27 4:42pm

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

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Discussion: Skin problem and blow outs on bag edge

Support Group: Ostomy

Posted: Apr 26 8:00am

Yes, with my urostomy it’s just urine. Sometimes, even though I have an ileostomy, where usually...

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Discussion: Skin problem and blow outs on bag edge

Support Group: Ostomy

Posted: May 9 9:46am

In March 2023, I had approx. half my colon removed, because of a volvulus (twisted colon,...

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Discussion: Any successful Stoma reversal experiences? What is the timeline?

Support Group: Ostomy

Posted: May 4 12:39pm

In March 2023, I had approx. half my colon removed, (the half that starts at the...

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Discussion: Colon reconnection: Tough decision. Is it worth it?

Support Group: Ostomy

Posted: Jun 1 9:57am

@apuakumamma, I'm sorry to hear you are doing so poorly nutritionally. I apologize for taking so...

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Discussion: Severe nutrition issues after LAR surgery and stoma reversal surgery

Support Group: Colorectal Cancer

Posted: Jun 21, 2024

Thank you! It’s an ileostomy. The surgeon said the liquid is normal out of the belly...

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Discussion: Ostomy bag won't stick - fluid from belly button

Support Group: Ostomy

Posted: May 13, 2024

I had my total colectomy 57 years ago. You should have no limitations You will be...

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Discussion: Ostomy: Adapting to life after colostomy, ileostomy or urostomy

Support Group: Ostomy

Posted: Mar 10, 2024

Tomorrow is day 7 of Fleet enemas. Who ever dreamed of life with daily enemas to...

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Discussion: Rectal Stump Mucus causes extreme pressure and discomfort (no pain)

Support Group: Ostomy

Posted: Feb 22, 2024

Thanks so much. I'll look at that discussion. I flush out the daily mucus using warm...

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Discussion: Rectal Stump Mucus causes extreme pressure and discomfort (no pain)

Support Group: Ostomy

Posted: Feb 15, 2024

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