Hello everyone, I'm going into my 6th month since receiving my colostomy bag.... How long does it take to feel like me again? Some days I do fine, other times I wake up and I'm like "OMG, what is this creature on my belly?" I don't think it has completely set in that I have this for the rest of my life... It gives me nervous butterflies if I think about it too long. Those of you that have had this ostomy longer than me... How long did it take you? Your response is very much appreciated. Thanks a billion.
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Ostomy surgery is stressful both for the patient and the caregiver, and creates a major life change for both people in a relationship.
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