This topic is about the experience of naming a stoma, which is a common practice among people who have undergone ostomy surgery. The original poster, who is a few months post-surgery for diverticulitis, decided to name their stoma "Francis the Talking Mule" because it often makes loud noises at inconvenient times, like when they're at their desk. This name is inspired by a character from an old movie.

Here are some insights and advice shared by others:

- It's quite normal for stomas to make uncontrollable noises, and many people experience this, often at the most inconvenient times, such as late at night.
- Using humor, like giving your stoma a funny name, can make the experience more manageable and help you cope with the situation.
- One person humorously mentioned that the only issue would be if you start talking back to your stoma, suggesting that keeping a light-hearted attitude can be beneficial.
- For those who anticipate a reversal surgery soon, they might choose not to name their stoma. Instead, they see it as a temporary inconvenience, something they are eager to be rid of.