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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

Posted: Dec 4, 2017

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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

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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

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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

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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

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In March 2020 I had Ovarian Cancer, major surgery - complete debunk of ovaries etc, chemo...

https://connect.mayoclinic.org/comment/1189980/

Discussion: Which doctor is responsible for follow up after Ileostomy surgery?

Support Group: Ostomy

Posted: Dec 13, 2024

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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

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

https://connect.mayoclinic.org/comment/1234231/

Discussion: New to the Ileostomy world: Any tips?

Support Group: Ostomy

Posted: Feb 11 8:26am

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

https://connect.mayoclinic.org/comment/1234884/

Discussion: New to the Ileostomy world: Any tips?

Support Group: Ostomy

Posted: Feb 11 11:37pm

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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

Posted: Mar 24, 2024

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