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Jun 05, 2015

THE FATE OF AN OSTOMATE

This topic is about learning to handle unexpected situations that can arise when living with an ostomy. It centers around a light-hearted poem that tells the story of someone new to having an ostomy who tried irrigation a bit too early. The result was a rather messy and smelly situation, but instead of letting it get him down, he cleaned up and saw it as a chance to learn and improve for the future. The poem ends on a positive note, emphasizing the importance of coping, hope, and resilience.

Here are some helpful insights and advice shared by others:

1. Many people in similar situations agree that these kinds of mishaps are common and can be managed with time and experience.
2. Using humor can be a great way to handle the embarrassment or discouragement that might come with ostomy accidents. It helps lighten the mood and makes it easier to move forward.
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