This topic is about the experience of starting a medical internship while managing the challenges of having an ostomy, particularly the concern about unexpected noises it might make. Here's some advice and insights that can help:

1. Skipping meals might actually lead to more gas, so it's usually better to eat small, regular meals before work. This can help keep your ostomy quieter.

2. Consider being open about your ostomy. Saying something like, “That’s my medical condition talking,” can help educate your coworkers and patients, and it might also reduce your own stress.

3. Using humor or laughing off any unexpected noises can help make awkward moments more comfortable for everyone.

4. Many people with ostomies worry about potential odors, but often, friends or coworkers don’t notice anything. While having a good odor-control routine is helpful, remember that these worries are often bigger in our minds than in reality.