I always used half the Eakins seal. First I rip it and work it so that it fits on the flange. Then I place the bag/flange w/ the seal over my stoma. I never used water or powder... I think water was...
My background: ileo due to colorectal cancer. So had my ileo from July 2011-jan2012. Everything went well after the takedown, however my stoma area never healed. I played hockey in April thinking I...
Vancouver, British Columbia Surgery performed @ Vancouver General...
I felt like I would have accidents, but I was able to control them. The 3rd and 4th day post surgery were a bit tough. I parked my butt right next to the bathroom, a few close calls. I'm 2 week post...
@Disneynut66 Not taking any immodium yet...don't think I need to. but we'll see once I start having a regular diet....
oh, run4pancakes, I thought you were doing extremely well too! well, I think the recommended diet is full fluids for at least a week post surgery. I snuck in pasta yesterday and flax seed toast...
great story! and congrats on being a dad! I had my surgery in June 2011 and my daughter was born July 2011! kids makes everything worth it!...
Hey all, so, same like a few of us here, I went in on Monday (Jan 23) for my reversal. I can't complain about anything so far. Monday was weird because the hospital I went to, I had to ~walk~ to the...
good luck...
oh wow...hope you feel better soon...
thanks all..and good luck!...
After applying that powder, wipe gently w/ 3M's Cavilon wipes. They prevent itchiness and help provide a better seal. Works like a charm for me....
Hi, Long time reader-semi poster... BUT, I'm PROUD to say that I'm having my ileostomy reversed this upcoming Monday! great news needs to be shared!...
Lots of great advices here. I too had this problem, but I am managing it. Here's my tips I use stomapower and 3M Cavilon No Sting Barrier Film. Same steps as above. One thing that works for me is...
I was ready to bust out of the hospital after 4 days, but due to the weekend and my doctor not on shift, I had to stay for 6 days. I was off pain meds after day 3 and just sat there bored. good luck...
I tried MANY brands. Some worked, others made my skin worst. from my experience, Marlen brand was the best, however the adhesive did not agree w/ my skin. I use a convex hollister pouch w/ stoma...
use a seatbelt clip. It helps so that it doesn't add pressure to the stoma or your bag. I used it fairly recent since my surgery....
my stoma is 1" and I eat anything. I gained close to 30lbs since having my ileo done. (I'm at a stage where my doctor says I should eat, so I am) I've been extremely lucky because I have never had...
I find if your too rough, it'll start to bleed. Since it's new, just go easy until it heals. also, try using a convex pouch....