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In 2013 my husband's aorta dissected and he had three emergency operations. During the third one...

https://connect.mayoclinic.org/comment/169453/

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

Support Group: Ostomy

Posted: Jan 3, 2018

I agree that the Ivory soap works great Also use the adhesive remover I know if...

https://connect.mayoclinic.org/comment/1177972/

Discussion: Has anyone using ostomy pouches experienced rashes and itching?

Support Group: Ostomy

Posted: Nov 22, 2024

Five days of Fleet enemas now, and the last two have produced pretty much nothing. But...

https://connect.mayoclinic.org/comment/1019788/

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

Support Group: Ostomy

Posted: Feb 21, 2024

I’m a month out from the reversal and I’m feeling pretty good. First tip. Buy some...

https://connect.mayoclinic.org/comment/959509/

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

Support Group: Colorectal Cancer

Posted: Nov 5, 2023

Do what you enjoy doing. Also, perhaps consult with your gastroenterologist or GP for the type...

https://connect.mayoclinic.org/comment/958872/

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

Support Group: Ostomy

Posted: Nov 4, 2023

Hi everyone, I just found this forum, I can see posts were mostly in 2021, but...

https://connect.mayoclinic.org/comment/946215/

Discussion: Radical Cystectomy: Would like to hear the experiences of others

Support Group: Bladder Cancer

Posted: Oct 12, 2023

Thank you. I too like the coloplast convex pouch. I was given a tip to turn...

https://connect.mayoclinic.org/comment/918871/

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

Support Group: Ostomy

Posted: Aug 25, 2023

I have copious mucus from my rectal stump since immediately after my sigmoid colostomy surgery. The...

https://connect.mayoclinic.org/comment/887239/

Discussion: Colostomy problem: Rectal discharge 18 months out

Support Group: Ostomy

Posted: Jun 29, 2023

Its summertime (or almost) here in the northern hemisphere, and some of us are looking to...

https://connect.mayoclinic.org/comment/855986/

Discussion: Swimming with ostomy: Any recommendations?

Support Group: Ostomy

Posted: May 7, 2023

@neetneet, I too suffer with a lot of mucus, but mine is from radiation treatment. Then,...

https://connect.mayoclinic.org/comment/838483/

Discussion: Living with a trach (tracheostomy), need advice.

Support Group: Head & Neck Cancer

Posted: Apr 6, 2023

Hello @patdame I would like to add my welcome to you as you recently joined Mayo...

https://connect.mayoclinic.org/comment/665661/

Discussion: Swimming with ostomy: Any recommendations?

Support Group: Ostomy

Posted: Dec 27, 2021

mahoney, I'm awed at your matter-of-fact demeanor after all these problems! It makes me feel that...

https://connect.mayoclinic.org/comment/640833/

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

Support Group: Ostomy

Posted: Sep 30, 2021

@ltecato I had a feeding tube for a bit over a year. 2014-2015. I never aspirated,...

https://connect.mayoclinic.org/comment/633891/

Discussion: Looking for evidence that feeding tubes prevent aspiration pneumonia

Support Group: Lung Health

Posted: Sep 8, 2021

i already sip on Gatorade zero day and night every 15 to 20 minutes. straight water...

https://connect.mayoclinic.org/comment/614921/

Discussion: Post Surgery pain and rectal area pressure

Support Group: Ostomy

Posted: Jul 8, 2021

@neugie, we know that staying hydrated is critical following an ileostomy and are sorry you are...

https://connect.mayoclinic.org/comment/614145/

Discussion: Post Surgery pain and rectal area pressure

Support Group: Ostomy

Posted: Jul 5, 2021

Four years ago I was discharged from the hospital without a third of my GI track....

https://connect.mayoclinic.org/comment/169540/

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

Support Group: Ostomy

Posted: Feb 1, 2019

Great suggestions so far. I would love to be able to share a dessert with my...

https://connect.mayoclinic.org/comment/235282/

Discussion: How do you stick to your dietary plan when traveling for medical care?

Support Group: Just Want to Talk

Posted: Dec 20, 2018

I also take along some Trader Joe's chunk white chicken in water (it has no sugars)...

https://connect.mayoclinic.org/comment/235281/

Discussion: How do you stick to your dietary plan when traveling for medical care?

Support Group: Just Want to Talk

Posted: Dec 19, 2018

My reversal recovery was, thankfully, uneventful. What led up to the loop colostomy at the age...

https://connect.mayoclinic.org/comment/1063659/

Discussion: Colostomy reversal: What can I expect? Recovery time?

Support Group: Ostomy

Posted: May 7, 2024

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