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Having had an ileostomy for 50 years, I believe I've tried just about every skin barrier...

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

Support Group: Ostomy

Posted: Sep 30, 2019

My spouse has a urostomy following removal of his bladder, etc., due to bladder cancer. He...

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

Support Group: Ostomy

Posted: Nov 28, 2018

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

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

Support Group: Ostomy

Posted: Jan 3, 2018

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

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

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

Support Group: Ostomy

Posted: Feb 2 4:03pm

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

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

Support Group: Ostomy

Posted: Nov 22, 2024

I drink green tea twice a day. Eat a couple prunes. I ride my stationary bike...

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

Support Group: Ostomy

Posted: Feb 3 8:20am

It will be 4 years since my reversal and I followed my surgeon's instructions by continuing...

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

Support Group: Ostomy

Posted: Feb 2 7:01pm

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

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

Support Group: Ostomy

Posted: Feb 21, 2024

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

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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...

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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...

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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...

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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...

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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,...

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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...

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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...

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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,...

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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...

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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...

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Discussion: Post Surgery pain and rectal area pressure

Support Group: Ostomy

Posted: Jul 5, 2021

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