So I was trying to think of positives and negatives (other than the obvious ones) to having an ostomy. EXAMPLE: Positive - you can say things like "I need this like I need a third asshole.", stomach bugs are not NEARLY as inconvenient. Negative - "No longer able to sit on the throne and read", no more corn on the cob. Others? I know they're out there, but want to hear people's opinions.

You Take The Good, You Take The Bad...

You take the good, you take the bad...

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Captain Tact

Mar 27, 2014 1:55 am

So I was trying to think of positives and negatives (other than the obvious ones) to having an ostomy. EXAMPLE: Positive - you can say things like "I need this like I need a third asshole.", stomach bugs are not NEARLY as inconvenient. Negative - "No longer able to sit on the throne and read", no more corn on the cob.

Others? I know they're out there, but want to hear people's opinions.

Monsieur Le President

Mar 27, 2014 8:15 pm

I was told I'd never make a rugby player while I had a hole in my arse. Well, that didn't work either!

Primeboy

Apr 01, 2014 2:00 am

Positive: all the friends I have made here. Negative: they won't hire me at Chippendales. PB

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Posted by: Immarsh

Hi Hatlady and all,

I've had my ostomy for over 50 years, since I was a kid, and didn't think I really needed to be part of the ostomy site. But once active, I came to realize, that although I may not need help at the time, I was able to reach out and help others in need. Back in the day, before stoma therapists, I use to visit new patients in the hospital or homes ... While professionals are great, it is also good to be able to speak with people with personal experience. I was a free member for awhile, but after writing often, I was given free months. I then started paying, and decided to just take lifetime membership. After all, I was going to have my ostomy for the rest of my life. I'm one of those people who can disappear for a few months at a time, but I'm always glad that the site is here, I can return and reconnect with old friends, and make new ones. This is an excellent site ... Best regards to all ... and Best wishes for a Healthy and Happy New Year.

Mrs.A

Apr 02, 2014 9:38 pm

Positive: God isn't finished with me yet!
Negative: I can't find shoes to match my bag.

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Captain Tact

Apr 03, 2014 2:01 am

Haahahahaha! I like that!

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Welder43

Apr 03, 2014 3:30 am

When someone scares the hell out of you, you can say, "I damn near shit my shirt."

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Diceman

Apr 04, 2014 5:32 am

LOL that is a good one

Past Member

Apr 10, 2014 4:59 am

Positive: I'm alive! Negative: First time encounters with friends/acquaintances after your surgery and their eyes going right to your bag.

stickfloatdave

Apr 10, 2014 7:41 am

I eat corn on the cob and I'm still alive!!!

nikkib

Apr 11, 2014 7:19 am

Hi everyone, just wanted to say hello. Have a blessed day, every day.

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nikkib

Apr 11, 2014 7:19 am

I have an ileostomy, and I started taking a teaspoon a day of apple cider vinegar. Does anyone know if that's too acidic for us ostomates?

Zywie

Apr 16, 2014 3:10 pm

Been trying but can't think of anything positive; there isn't one thing I could put as negative, the list is very long. Wanted to say, though, your answers made me laugh. Thanks!

pete

Apr 16, 2014 5:58 pm

Negative. Mine has a tendency to make itself known at times, i.e., fart. Positive. I once met a nurse whose boyfriend also had a colostomy, and I asked her if he had the same problem. She said not if I'm with him because he will blame it on me. We both had a good laugh at that.

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