Hey! Sorry it has been awhile and I haven't replyed. I've been cramming for finals and therefore avoiding the computer (which is a huge distrator for me) Anyway: We think it *could* be an infection?...
I've had three stomas so far, and this third one is the only one that has caused me this many problems. About three years ago I had my colon removed, and the first stoma was beautiful, the only pain...
At first after surgery you might have some trouble controlling your bowel movement (I did after my reversal) but eventually you learn how to control them again and life goes on! For the first week or...
I was really bad at changing my bag when i first started, so i don't even get grossed out anymore now >< haha i have a "get the job done" mode and i turn into an intense warrior whose only mission is...
I eat dinner around 6:30 and go to bed around 11 (although I snack depending on my mood that day) I've noticed that how much I eat and what it is will change how often I wake up. For instance if I...
I was diagnosed with UC As a teenager my group of peers can be one of the most judgemental bunches, so as soon as I got comfortable with my ostomy I had to face the facts that many people would not...
In my case I have had many successful relationships after recieving my ostomy and positive sexual encounters, but it seems I take a different approach. I use tricks and control the environment to...