After I complete prep, should I just change the bag and wipe around the stoma and put on a new bag? I don't want to take off the flange if they will put on another flange. Way too irritating to the skin, right?
Nurse
Jan 16, 2024 3:05 am
Mysterious Mose
Jan 16, 2024 6:49 pm
I suppose it depends on how sensitive your skin is. Personally, I would change the whole thing. But then, I do not have a colon and have no need for a colonoscopy. I do need an annual sigmoidoscopy. But the prep for that does not involve my bag. So, I will shut up now. 🥸
Daniel
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Good Evening Bob and All,
I checked my email and saw new postings. That's when I usually visit the site. I've recently met a few others who have developed UC and have made contact with them. I've directed them to this site. I also use the site to look up concerns they or I have. This site has been unusually helpful to me. I have seen questions and concerns of others posted. After I scroll down and see similar comments that I would make, I don't comment. As for social media interest, I have a Facebook account (due to work). As of this date, I have one Facebook Friend (and don't even know how that happened). I find the content here more relevant to my life. Then again, I'm old school. If I want to see how a friend is doing I just make a call.
Stay Safe and Sane all. Back to the hockey game,
SharkFan
AlexT
Jan 16, 2024 10:04 pm
I'd leave it all alone until you have your colonoscopy. They may change your bag for you or just put on everything fresh once it's all over.
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