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I was told to always have about a 1/3 of the day bag full before I...

https://connect.mayoclinic.org/comment/1449635/

Discussion: Help with Overnight Bag Issue

Support Group: Ostomy & J-Pouch

Posted: Nov 29, 2025

@bearose Something that has helped me is a magnesium-powered product called "Calm." You mix it in...

https://connect.mayoclinic.org/comment/1444576/

Discussion: How do I eat after digestive tract surgery?

Support Group: Digestive Health

Posted: Nov 22, 2025

As a 12 yr ileostomy patient, I've found it's generally caused by improper wafers vs skin...

https://connect.mayoclinic.org/comment/1442247/

Discussion: Skin problem and blow outs on bag edge

Support Group: Ostomy & J-Pouch

Posted: Nov 19, 2025

Yes I am a woman, And sometimes even with a pad it doesn't do a good...

https://connect.mayoclinic.org/comment/1363367/

Discussion: Colostomy problem: Rectal discharge 18 months out

Support Group: Ostomy & J-Pouch

Posted: Aug 4, 2025

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

https://connect.mayoclinic.org/comment/1344528/

Discussion: Skin problems under Ostomy appliance

Support Group: Ostomy & J-Pouch

Posted: Jul 9, 2025

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

https://connect.mayoclinic.org/comment/1341818/

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

Support Group: Ostomy & J-Pouch

Posted: Jul 5, 2025

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

https://connect.mayoclinic.org/comment/1330373/

Discussion: ileostomy blockage

Support Group: Ostomy & J-Pouch

Posted: Jun 19, 2025

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: Apr 27, 2025

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 & J-Pouch

Posted: Apr 26, 2025

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 & J-Pouch

Posted: Mar 9, 2025

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 & J-Pouch

Posted: Feb 3, 2025

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 & J-Pouch

Posted: Jan 30, 2025

I left the hospital this afternoon with dr’s instructions to eat a colostomy diet( the regular...

https://connect.mayoclinic.org/comment/169443/

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

Support Group: Ostomy & J-Pouch

Posted: Dec 4, 2017

Here is another gem I have learned and perhaps I am nieve and y'all already know...

https://connect.mayoclinic.org/comment/1039518/

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

Support Group: Ostomy & J-Pouch

Posted: Mar 24, 2024

I hear that potato chips are good at thickening output up but I don't know if...

https://connect.mayoclinic.org/comment/1026925/

Discussion: Have an ileostomy: I'd like to learn how to slow down my bowel.

Support Group: Ostomy & J-Pouch

Posted: Mar 3, 2024

Three mornings and three Fleet enemas. And now at different times during the day, I feel...

https://connect.mayoclinic.org/comment/1018683/

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

Support Group: Ostomy & J-Pouch

Posted: Feb 19, 2024

I always change the bag first thing in the morning before having even a sip of...

https://connect.mayoclinic.org/comment/1001261/

Discussion: Questions about managing a Stoma Pouch

Support Group: Ostomy & J-Pouch

Posted: Jan 21, 2024

Hello, verol65, yes, this is an old post and to pick up sort of where this...

https://connect.mayoclinic.org/comment/977328/

Discussion: Has anyone had personal experience with rectovaginal fistula repair?

Support Group: Ostomy & J-Pouch

Posted: Dec 8, 2023

Great questions, @richardu1961. I think you may appreciate these 2 related discussions: - Ileostomates.. How much...

https://connect.mayoclinic.org/comment/958598/

Discussion: Managing nutrition and hydration with exercise and athletic pursuits.

Support Group: Ostomy & J-Pouch

Posted: Nov 3, 2023

Yes add it to water and drink it all quickly as it turns to gel within...

https://connect.mayoclinic.org/comment/938786/

Discussion: Ileostomy reversal coming up - what will be my new normal?

Support Group: Colorectal Cancer

Posted: Sep 29, 2023

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