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I drink every time I pass the fridge water spout, whenever I’m thirsty or when I...

https://connect.mayoclinic.org/comment/937125/

Discussion: Ileostomates.. How much water do you drink in a day?

Support Group: Ostomy & J-Pouch

Posted: Sep 26, 2023

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Thanks for asking. I’m now taking Miralax everyday. It’s working and has no taste which is...

https://connect.mayoclinic.org/comment/933021/

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

Support Group: Ostomy & J-Pouch

Posted: Sep 20, 2023

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I've had my ileostomy for 21 years and before that I had a j-pouch for 15...

https://connect.mayoclinic.org/comment/920904/

Discussion: Ileostomates.. How much water do you drink in a day?

Support Group: Ostomy & J-Pouch

Posted: Aug 29, 2023

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Thank you for your reply. I do have the deep convex pouch. I like it better...

https://connect.mayoclinic.org/comment/920106/

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

Support Group: Ostomy & J-Pouch

Posted: Aug 28, 2023

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I've found that 64 ounces is not nearly enough for me after getting my ileostomy. I...

https://connect.mayoclinic.org/comment/919094/

Discussion: Ileostomates.. How much water do you drink in a day?

Support Group: Ostomy & J-Pouch

Posted: Aug 26, 2023

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New colostomy within last month. Experiencing pressure and burning sensation in rectum. No discharge. This is...

https://connect.mayoclinic.org/comment/895525/

Discussion: Colostomy problem: Rectal discharge 18 months out

Support Group: Ostomy & J-Pouch

Posted: Jul 14, 2023

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Hi, I hope I have included as much as I could remember. Take a deep breaths...

https://connect.mayoclinic.org/comment/881526/

Discussion: Preparing for upcoming colostomy surgery-any clues on what to expect?

Support Group: Ostomy & J-Pouch

Posted: Jun 19, 2023

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I use converted wafers and pouches. The biggest change was when they went to predict for...

https://connect.mayoclinic.org/comment/659159/

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

Support Group: Ostomy & J-Pouch

Posted: Dec 2, 2021

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Katydid responded thoroughly, I would like to add a few thoughts. First the Gastro mds are...

https://connect.mayoclinic.org/comment/311164/

Discussion: Bladder cancer: Is a stoma the same as an ostomy?

Support Group: Ostomy & J-Pouch

Posted: May 19, 2020

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@hopeful33250 I drink fluids with sodium and glucose in them everyday. I drink Powerade as my...

https://connect.mayoclinic.org/comment/1429430/

Discussion: How do I eat after digestive tract surgery?

Support Group: Digestive Health

Posted: Nov 2, 2025

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