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Posted 7/14/2011 2:00 AM (GMT 0)
Well as of yesterday morning at 1130 am I have my permanent ileostomy!!!
She is named Opal and she is the daintiest stoma most of my nurses have ever seen lol. She's in all honesty no bigger than a quarter. I'm doing well. Had lots of nausea yesterday but I think it was mostly the anesthetic. Today I'm doing great took three walks one small and two big ones. Had clear fluids and tomorrow I might be allowed just liquids!
I watched her fluff earlier lol it was teh weirdest feeling. I also emptied the bag myself tonight and discovered a good way to clip it and empty it without completely getting the tail full of poop! I have awesome nurses and the best surgeon. SHe loved my teddy bear that I performed an ileostomy on, she's been showing him to people :P
I'm in really good spirits and am hoping the rest of my hospital stay is as good as today!
Posted 7/14/2011 2:12 AM (GMT 0)
Hey There Wonder..........good for you! So happy to hear things are going so well so far. Keep up that great attitude...it will take you far.
Posted 7/14/2011 2:13 AM (GMT 0)
Congratulations! Sounds like you're doing great. Wow, a "dainty" organ the pushes out poop, that's something. I hope things continue to go smoothly.

Remember, as soon as you're able, walk, walk, walk (and chew, chew, chew)
Posted 7/14/2011 5:57 AM (GMT 0)
congrats Wonder! so glad things are going well! wishing you a smooth recovery!
Posted 7/14/2011 6:17 AM (GMT 0)
Really Happy for you, Keep up that great positive attitude!
Posted 7/14/2011 11:39 AM (GMT 0)
Hi WonderTurd!
I'm so glad you're doing well! Keep up the good attitude; it makes all the difference. You will be feeling so wonderful in a few days/weeks. Keep us posted!

Stephanie
Posted 7/14/2011 12:12 PM (GMT 0)
I am so glad to hear that your surgery went so well and that you are happy with Opal. I remember when I saw my stoma doing its little dance for the first time. I thought it was pretty fascinating.
Posted 7/14/2011 2:47 PM (GMT 0)
I had a good giggle over the noises and feelings when she squirts lol... they must think I'm a nut!
Today I was able to have some instant breakfast and cream of wheat and so far so good. I also washed on my own and went for a three lap walk alone. I'm really feeling much better than I expected! Especially emotionally I'm doing GREAT. Every time I walk I feel better. She is really small as I said she's about 7/8 of an inch in diameter. I've had lots of visitors and people keep bringing me books and puzzles and things. So all; in all a very pleasant hospital stay for me so far. My first night was a little rough since I was so nauseated from the anesthetic but now I'm feeling pretty good.
Posted 7/14/2011 3:15 PM (GMT 0)
Congrats and here's to moving forward. Your stoma will also get smaller over the coming weeks - daintier!!
Posted 7/14/2011 5:14 PM (GMT 0)
I know they told me that this morning it will most likely be around 3/4 inch when done healing up! I'm quite surprised I was expecting it to be a lot bigger. To be honest I expected the whole thing to be more stressful and unpleasant than it has been. I just had soup and ice cream for lunch and working on a bit of milk and so far so good... Going to learn to empty my bag in a bit as well! Lots to learn and do while I'm in here.
Posted 7/14/2011 5:28 PM (GMT 0)
I guess my husband has a "dainty" one too as that is his size also.
Posted 7/14/2011 11:05 PM (GMT 0)
So happy to hear that you and Opal are doing well! yeah
Posted 7/15/2011 3:32 AM (GMT 0)
Great news! So good to hear you doing so well. Take care xxx
Posted 7/15/2011 5:35 PM (GMT 0)
Its great to hear that things are going well for you W'turd, i am sending you good vibes for continued progress & recovery to vibrant health very soon, cheers & best wishes
Posted 7/16/2011 12:03 AM (GMT 0)
     Keep up the good work!!!!  Having a positive attitude is at least half the battle.  Makes recovery a LOT easier I found yeah
Posted 7/16/2011 12:56 AM (GMT 0)
I would say having a good attitude is definitely half the battle. It;s making it much more bearable just to be in the hospital this time around. I'm very pleased with little Opal, she's doing smashing. I still find it tickles when she kinda bubbles out some air and I think the novelty may never wear off lol
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