This topic is about dealing with loud noises that can come from both the stomach and the stoma, especially during or after meals. These sounds can be quite noticeable and sometimes embarrassing, particularly in quiet settings. Here are some insights and advice that might help:

1. It's common for the person with the ostomy to perceive the noises as louder than they actually are. Often, others around you may not notice them as much as you think.

2. Stoma noises tend to come in waves. You might experience periods of loud rumbling followed by stretches of quiet. This is a normal pattern.

3. Consider reviewing your diet. Certain foods and drinks, especially those known to produce gas, can increase the noise. While it might help to cut back or find substitutes, it's also okay to keep enjoying the foods you love, even if they make a bit more noise.

4. Accepting the noise is perfectly fine. Many people choose to continue eating their favorite nutritious foods despite the louder gas.

5. There's an anatomical reason for the noise. Since the stoma opens directly to the outside, sounds that would usually be muffled by abdominal muscles are more easily heard.

6. Embracing humor and sharing experiences with others can help make the situation feel more normal and less embarrassing. Many people have stories of their own about noises being heard across a room, and finding humor in these moments can be comforting.