Have had this for 2 years! I like my bag! Anyone else?
Hermit
Jul 23, 2025 11:12 am
ron in mich
Jul 23, 2025 12:04 pm
Hi Hermit, can't say I like the bag, but having it for forty years makes it just another part of life.
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brooklyn
This site was a true lifeline when I first became a member back in 1997. The support I received during the time of a critical time in my life.was greatly needed. I met so many wonderful people that became like family. And fell in love with a wonderful woman from the UK. Visited here and later had her come to me here in the states.
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Axl
Jul 23, 2025 2:18 pm
Well ... I wouldn't recommend it ...
But I don't like the alternative much 🤣
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Ben38
Jul 23, 2025 2:37 pm
Love my bag to bits; it's given me the gift of life. I would have died over 30 years ago without my cute little stoma. All the things I would have missed out on—there are no words to describe how good it feels to be alive!
SusanT
Jul 23, 2025 4:40 pm
Love both of my permanent bags (urostomy and colostomy). They saved my life.
I'm a bit conflicted about the two temporary bags (nephrostomy and pelvic drain).
warrior
Jul 23, 2025 6:25 pm
Agree. Pretty much just get on with life and ignore it as much as possible. Until it beckons. 🧼😠🚽🧻
I'd rather see "the bag" on someone else though. 🤷♂️.
TerryLT
Jul 23, 2025 8:40 pm
I love my little stoma that saved my life and improved its quality. I might have moments of frustration, but they usually pass quickly.
Terry
TerryLT
Jul 23, 2025 8:54 pm
Well, you know, if you get rid of the two temporary ones, you'll have to relinquish your overachiever status! Although, you are still one ahead of most of us, so maybe not...
Terry
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