I know this topic has been posted many times...but does anybody have any terrible dating stories about trying to date with an ostomy? I have read about the ones where people don't mind, etc., but I feel like those are few and far between. I just wanna know that I am not alone in feeling like I will never meet anyone. I had numerous hospitalizations over the years and have not dated due to my illness. I almost died twice before finally getting a permanent ileostomy in 2018. It was either that or death. That's how serious. I would really like to reach out and make some friends. Nobody I know has an ostomy or has ever been as sick as I. People say they understand, but they don't. Unless you have been dealt this blow, you can only guess what we go through. I think that is why I am reaching out here. I don't wanna feel pathetic or like I am a leper. I have been told for years by friends and family to reach out to people that can relate. So...here I am. Please feel free to share with me. I have a lot to share myself...and I think it could be very beneficial. Anyone out here? Drop me a line or two. Would love to hear your journey.
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