Mentioning Gloria Gaynor's “I Will Survive” song in a recent post, I decided to review her lyrics. What I found is that it could have been my theme song after my ileostomy surgery and joining MAO.
At first, I was afraid; I was petrified.
Thinking I could live without you by my side.
And after spending nights
Thinking how you did me wrong,
I grew strong.
And I learned how to get along.
I wi ...
I wanted to share that I had a big milestone today. I finally went back to work in the office! My employer went hybrid after the pandemic and requires at least two days in the office, but as I have a two-hour commute by train, I had received permission to work from home full-time after the surgery, and now it was time to go back. So far, everything has gone swimmingly.
I had my colonoscopy on Thursday, and the doctor said I am on track for my 6-month reversal, which is in January. She was very happy with my general surgeon who did the emergency surgery and said that he left her plenty to work with.
I'm very excited about the opportunity to return to a “normal” life. But I have so many emotions. I'm nervous. I'm scared. I'm excited. And I also feel bad th ...
If you go online to AliExpress and type ostomy into the search bar, you will find huge amounts of ostomy products from bags, wipes barrier rigs, belts, sprays the whole range. I always buy non-woven tape from them and I only pay about $7 instead of the $30-$40 at the pharmacy (I have lots of allergies and their tape is good). I've also used their flange extenders. I have not used any other ...
Hello all
Although my colostomy surgery was in August, I have only been home and managing it on my own for the past month. This is my first post but I’ve already been finding the answers I’ve so desperately needed from your answers to other newbies. My apologies for taking so long to say hello and to thank you. I am so blessed and grateful to have found you since without you I would still ...
I (21) had elective proctocolectomy and got my ileostomy 5 days ago because of my UC. I've had a lot of time to mentally prepare, and the benefits of living free of my UC by far outweigh the negatives of having an ostomy, so I, for myself, am pretty happy with the new situation so far. Pain is there but manageable, and I'm quite mobile already.
I am giving my best to be open about my condition ...
I'm curious if anyone ever sits and looks at their ostomy or talks to it like it's a person. Maybe because she's so new, I'm figuring out how to care for her, and while it does feel like a relief to just let her breathe for a day or two so she can heal, there is also relief when I have a bag and clothes on so my mind can think about other things and I can go outside and walk around and meet pe ...
Hello, I have stage 4 colon cancer since 6/24 and have to deal with an ileostomy and a stoma named George. He is very active, and I do have leakage sometimes at night. I am thinking about the skin barriers. Anyone have problems like this and suggestions?
Today marks one full year since my permanent loop ileostomy surgery. Today is my first stomaversary! And I just want to say a huge, heartfelt thank you to all of you.
From the months leading up to surgery, when I was a nervous wreck over everything and asked way too many questions, you all showed up and calmed my fears with kindness, honesty, and the type of reassurance only fellow ostomates c ...
Those of you who recall Letterman's top ten list, I'm reviving/revising the late-night comedian's popular subject for those interested. Think of it as a checklist from seasoned members put together as a helpful bit of advice. There are no wrong answers.
ME!! go first with number 1.
1) Advice/suggestions/replies offered from various and seasoned members—what works for one or two folks may n ...
Following an emergency Hartman's procedure in July, I am slowly coming to terms with life with my new friend "Sami." However, as I have a holiday booked in December and have already paid the huge penalty bestowed on me by the travel insurance company, I am determined to see it through. However, the closer it gets, the more overwhelmed I'm feeling.
I already travel with a bag full of prescripti ...
