Does anyone know about where to buy Ostomy supplies in Dominican Republic? I am looking at potentially retiring there....
I have had my ileostomy for about 4 years.....I eat EVERYTHING! Some things in moderation and some things chew well :)...
OMG! I'll be all day. It just starts lifting around the edge.....Sometimes I put some other Brava tape or seals on it...but my skin doesn't like those either....If I get 4 days it's a miracle...most...
I have had an ileostomy since January 2014. No real issues other than getting the flange to stick to my body. Most mornings I run....I am wondering if it is me sweating that is making it start to...
I went through the same thing last year. Surgery in January and Cuba in April. In hindsight it was too soon. I didn't have a whole lot of energy but other than that it was great! I changed once when...
I'm using coloplast products with seals. Can't seem to clear up this redness. Thanks for the input though....
How do you get 5 days or a week out of a wafer? After a day or two mine falls right off. I often find my skin is dry flaky and red. Anyone else with these issues? Thanks to anyone who can help....
What are the symptoms? I was at work yesterday and almost fainted twice. Was at a meeting at noon time when people started looking at me and asking if I was ok. I was weak, dizzy, and just felt off....
Thanks so much. I appreciate it. I suspected something along that line and see my surgeon next week but often think the folks on here that have lived it know more than the docs😏...
I had a permanent ileostomy in mid January, 8 weeks ago. I have always been in very good physical shape and very active. Now when I take my little pooch for a walk, after walking about a mile, my...
I am getting ready to order supplies and have my list all made but I have a question. I see that Hollister has a mini pouch 5" (new image 2 piece system) 12" pouch and nothing in the middle...... is...
I will be going for surgery next week. When I leave the hospital I will have an ileostomy. I have been asked by my surgeon, the pre op nurse and also a lady from my local Ostomy Support Group whether...
Thanks. I really appreciate all the support here. I'm on the countdown now. I go for surgery on the 21st. It has been information overload for me. It started last with a three hour, extremely...
Yes I have been to all the Disney parks many times :) In my earlier life I was with a man who loved to travel and who loved Florida. We went once or twice almost each and every year. Many people...
Thanks so much. I usually get away to warmer climate every winter and really enjoy doing all these things. With surgery in 12 days I wasn't sure I would be able to but the Doc tells me I may be able...
I am scheduled to go for surgery on the 21st of January when I will get a permanent ilesotomy. My question is.............will I still be able to do extreme water sports and the like....Examples are:...
I have been on Flagyl and Cipro for weeks. I have a severely ulcerated large intestine and a partial blockage. They put me on them to kill some of the bacteria. I go for surgery on January 21st so...
Thanks again so much :) And yes I am looking forward to being able to take my dog to the beach once again where she can run and play. It is her favorite spot to play. She ends up filthy and my car...
Thanks so much for the support and encouragement. It has been a long battle. I am sure that the adjustment period after the surgery will be a long and difficult one. Largely for vanity reasons. I am...
Help..... I have had Crohn's of the large bowel for 18 years. When I was 26 the doctor's wanted to give me a colostomy. I refused. Now at 44, I can barely function and am scheduled sometime in...