My condolences to her friends and family....
I was just wondering if anyone has heard from or knows how Rosemary (esoR) is doing? She posted quite a bit for a long time but I haven't seen anything from her in awhile....
Sometimes my stoma moves in and out, yet when it does nothing comes out, it kind of looks like its stretching or yawning, lol. Most times my stoma just sits there and poops without moving at all! You...
I like the idea if the cotton facial pads! They come in a pkg of 100 I think and I can get them at the dollar store! That's why I love this forum!...
I am wondering if it's ok to use unscented baby wipes on my ileostomy? Sometimes, actually most times, after my shower when I do my bag change "Lily" always has to make a mess before I get the new...
Good luck with returning to work:) I still have 4 weeks left as I took the 8 wks my Dr suggested and my work place allowed. I agree a routine is tough to get back into but after doing it for years...
I agree with UC also, transit time varies. The later in the evening I eat the longer it takes to come out. Could be because I'm less active and don't drink as much at night too. Sometimes if you...
You know you have UC when.... You never, ever trust a fart! The first thing you look for in any store is where their bathroom is! You fear the words "No public restroom" So glad to be rid of UC, I...
Hvacchronie, I had my rectum and anus removed and sewn shut just 2 weeks ago! I'm pleased to report I did well and am healing without a lot of the pain and discomfort that I was so scared about! I...
I am so sorry to hear your story Sword. I am the original poster of this subject. I had my surgery Sept 14 and am doing well I think. It was called an APR. I was opened in my belly to remove the top...
Thanks for the advice! I'm trying to get things ready ahead of time. A padded cushion, one piece ostomy bags because I use the 2 piece Convatec and I have to push kind of hard to get the bag to lock...
I agree with summerstorm and chroniecj, it's all a matter of personal choice! No one should get mad about what another person chooses for themselves. I am very content with my ileostomy, there is...
I too am happy with my Ileostomy, I named her "Lily", lol. I am 49 yrs old and work full time as Respiratory Technician. I was off work for 8 weeks after my surgery and since then I am able to do...
The APR surgery is abdominoperineal-resection-of-rectum, (the one where they remove the rectum and give me the Barbie butt). I've seen other posts about this but haven't seen any lately. I would love...
Hi all, this is the first time posting for me. I've been following this site since my total colectomy in January. I've had UC for 15 yrs and like a lot of others here have been through the list of...