| katie123 |
United Kingdom |
| Hi im Katie :) I've got crohns and have had an ileostomy since i was 17 |
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| caj62 |
United States |
| Just a person looking to talk to others about the experiences and dealings with having an ostomy. |
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CKNC |
United States |
| My nickname is Charisma and I think I live up to it pretty well :). I'm an independent, outgoing, optimistic, compassionate person who loves bourbon, English Bulldogs, a good steak, and funny movies. I'm on this site to just kind of look around, not ... |
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hunter123 |
Canada |
| I looking to meet new people ,and to talk about ways of living with this OSTOMY BAG. ,,I'm 5'10" tall, brown eyes ,average build ,and have a daughter living with me and I live in a rural area in Newfoundland Canada. |
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teenyweeny |
United Kingdom |
| I'm 29 and i'm from Portsmouth, UK. I was diagnosed with Crohn's disease 5 years ago. I've just had my first flare up and have had an operation resulting in an ileostomy. Id like to talk to people who have been through similar experiences as myself a... |
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| Hardcore |
United States |
| I am a quiet laidback type of guy like to meet someone to
talk to and share life experiences. Hope to meet someone
from this site. |
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| Meaningoflife |
United States |
| Well I am 26 years old I live in Salinas CA I had an accident on September 11, 2010 I almost died due to this accident, I'll tell you more about this once we get to know each other, by the way I am looking for friends, and a serious relationship to ... |
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| punkin |
United States |
| I am a 62 year old Grandma with 5 grandsons. I was diagnosed with Chrons in 1978 but had issues since I was a teenager. Had first resection in 1978 due to a blockage. Stayed in remission until 2000, second surgery because of fistula leakage, had ... |
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| debonna |
Canada |
| I just recently gone surgery so all is very new so Ive also become newly seperated after 9 yr marraige so alot on my plate but ready for a new journey. So i thought if i can talk to men that understand this it can help me I\'m at 6 weeks post op so ... |
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| candy j |
United States |
| Im just looking for friends.I have cancer so Im not looking to find a husband |
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| Baritone72 |
Ireland |
| I've returned to Ireland and I wish to meet others who like me live their lives with an ostomy of sorts. I will write more about myself once I get used to the website! |
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| dakota |
Canada |
| I am an outgoing girl who loves to go four wheeling. Spending time with family and friends. I would love to meet someone who understands me and develop a lifelong relationship out of it. |
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| Grizz |
Netherlands |
| just want some advise |
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theprizz18 |
United States |
| Hi! I am a 22 year old college student who wants to know more about the experiences of others who have an ileostomy! I also want to meet other ostomates and help others cope with their situations. |
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Tiffany88 |
United States |
| I have had an ileostomy since o6. I just want to talk to people who have an ostomy to bounce ideas and questions off of. I also want to be able to talk to people to help them as we go through the same things. |
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 ostomy conference
Event date: Aug, 7, 2013
Latest Forum Posts
No Bob he was working his way to upper management
and it wasn't a dream,
well maybe, in his own way.
(within 1 Hour)
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Topic: OUR PETS
Hello everyone, Im new at this. I had my surgery
in oct 2008. I had a heart attack and was placed
on Plavix. Exactly two weeks to the day I started
bleeding from my rectum. In a rush to the hospital
I passed out. When I came to I found out that ...
(within 2 hours)
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Topic: ostomy reversal, are there ever complications?
I'm looking forward to it! It'll be my first time
going and I'm told by others it's a blast - and
kind of a non-stop party. :)
Anyone else dropping in that weekend?
-Charisma-
(within 6 hours)
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Topic: Anyone else attending the 2013 UOAA Conf. in FL?
Mine were always just from surgery - no UTIs. At
least from what I can remember. But I do recall
worrying like crazy that everything had been
damaged and whatnot. It did eventually go away!!
(within 6 hours)
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Topic: Bladder pain after jpouch surgery
Thank you for replying! That's what it feels like
kind of pulling down pressure it's horrible isn't
it! Not had a test done yet doc gave me anti bs
without a test but if it continues to go back and
he will test me. Got an appointment next week h...
(within 6 hours)
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Topic: Bladder pain after jpouch surgery
Not all men are jerks, just like not all women are
jerks. I don't know if I've been lucky or what,
but I've never had a guy care about my ostomy.
When I tell them (and I always do it in a
lighthearted way so that it's clear that it's not
a big d...
(within 12 hours)
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Topic: GETS IN THE WAY!
I use Hollister wafer 14603 and either bags 18003
or opaque closed-end or mini pouches. If I use the
convatec eakin seals I get about 6-7 days. If not,
maybe 5. And that's with working out, showers,
etc.
(within 12 hours)
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Topic: What is the best way to put on a pouch?
hey, I have the same issue after each surgery.
It's almost like your bladder is trying to pull
down or something and it's really painful. Have
you had a UTI test done? If not, probably a good
idea because if you don't have one, then taking
antib...
(within 12 hours)
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Topic: Bladder pain after jpouch surgery
Latest Blog Comments
Hi, you might need a new adjustment. Advise you
meet with a reputable enterstomal therapist
(Wound/Ostomy nurse) in your area to assess. When
is the last time you saw one?
(May 22nd, 2013)
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Blog: How do you stop leaks?????
Recently, I received a diverting ileostomy for 2nd
time with much hesitation. I am still post op and
trying to adjust. However, your poem is inspiring
and gives me hope that I can feel better one day
soon. I hope I can reach that place.
(May 22nd, 2013)
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Blog: Me and my ostomy
what a handsome young man he is, and brave
too.....
(May 22nd, 2013)
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Blog: my son is9 and has an illeostomy
Hey ragdoll, sorry to hear your still struggling
with UTI's, things are much the same for me,I
picked up another one a coupleof weeks ago and had
to get an emergency doc appointment, he gave me
2000 mg antibiotics for a week, and so far so
good,...
(May 22nd, 2013)
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Blog: urinary infections
Hi im happy that there is something is working
for him its easy from the start as its normal to
them hope he gets on with it
(May 22nd, 2013)
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Blog: worried about big poo in the bag
Create a non-profit organization to raise funding
for the cause.
(May 21st, 2013)
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Blog: Marketing: Educating Everyone & Aiding Ostomy Newcomers
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