Hey folks Just wanted to let everyone know how I'm feeling since my take down surgery which I had on the 24th of January. So my wound originally had 9 staples holding it mostly closed, and it was...
With out going into to many details I just wanted to share my recent sexual activities with you folks. That said if this topic makes you uncomfortable, please stop reading. Well it's only been about...
I also feel that this site has been an anchor for me as well as windy city says. I didn't post here until after my take down surgery. However I would always search this forum when I had concerns or...
Cavilon worked well for me!...
Have you tried using remove wipes to get the adhesive off? I was using adapt rings and convatec bags (can't remember which ones they are), each time I would use remove to losen the adhesive, makes...
I'll tell you what my surgeon tells me. You're scared? You're normal! Everyone is different that's something to remember. I just got home a few hours ago, I had my reversal done on the 24th. I only...
So I just got home from the hospital today after having my ileostomy reversed tuesday - I was so excited about getting out I totally forgot to ask my doctor about showering with the ileostomy wound....
I can't wait to try to be honest! Just had my reversal on the 24th of January. Didn't like getting intimate when I had the ostomy bag... Made me feel uncomfortable. Doctors say no lifting more than...
Hey had my reversal done Tuesday (the 24th) Pooping out your bum again is extremely satisfying! I am by no means a tough guy but really this surgery was not nearly as bad as the colon removal and...
Hey Steffy - I'm only 25 and I had it done! Having a bag/stoma is tough from a mental standpoint. But when push comes to shove, it's not fun always being sick, always feeling you're fighting your...
This post breaks my heart a little. I live in Manitoba, Canada. The Ostomie society here is very helpful. I was able to order three months worth of supplies at a time, and I could call in an order...
My stoma was always wrinkly for the three months I had one. There is an oral rehydration solution that you can easily make. http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Oral_rehydration_therapy the info to make it...
Jackie - should tell your doctor that the pain control is not effective. I knew from my first surgery that 2.5mg of morphine doesn't work very well for me, the nurses would not increase the dose...
Good evening Ostomie forum! Let me just start by saying this forum has been very helpful in calming my concerns during my surgeries. I haven't posted anything, but with all the things I read I hope...
Hey I'm new here! Just had take down surgery tuesday. Tonight is my last night here. Wednesday I had a bad gas pain attack! It was pretty terrible, my call bell just so happened to stop working, my...