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Jun 15, 2016

Seeking advice on slow inertia colostomy irrigation

Topic Explanation:
The forum topic is about a user seeking advice and support regarding their experience with slow inertia colostomy irrigation. They express feeling grossed out and dirty during and after the process and inquire if it gets better.

Advice and Insights:
- It's normal to feel revulsion and disgust initially, but these feelings can be balanced by the logical necessity of the situation.
- Focusing on the positives and the reasons for the process can help in adjusting to it.
- Some users have found success and a sense of control over their colostomy through irrigation, feeling like they are controlling it instead of it controlling them.
- It's important to weigh the pros and cons and find a positive perspective, such as being "appliance free" after the process.
- Time and exposure to the routine can help in adjusting to the process.
- A user shares a personal story about adjusting to a new routine, emphasizing the importance of finding ways to not hate the routine and embracing it as a badge of survival.
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