What is it like to have a barium enema with a stoma? What should someone expect when the contrast passes through the stoma afterward?
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Returning to the gym after #ileostomy surgery? Don’t rush it. Give yourself time to heal internally and externally—parastomal hernias can develop easily, especially with strain. A support belt may help. Good skin prep and pouch adhesion are very important.
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“My surgery went very well, and because of my wonderful ostomy community, I was ready and had a very positive mental state through it all. Had I not learned from all your responses it would have been a terrible experience.” (D.V., member of MeetAnOstoMate)
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What alternatives are available now that Coloplast Assura plugs are no longer available? Are Stoma Stoppers useful for people who irrigate?
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Colostomy irrigation flushes the colon on a schedule, helping control bowel movements for up to 48 hours and allowing a small stoma cap instead of a pouch. It’s mainly for descending/sigmoid colostomies. Not for ileostomies. What’s your experience?
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Medical appointment complete too, and met a celeb (in the #stoma world)!

Lunch next!

Coloanal anastomosis? This complex sphincter-saving surgery removes part or all of the rectum and connects the remaining colon directly to the anus, potentially allowing a temporary ileostomy to be reversed. Has anyone undergone it?
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What advice is helpful for someone who has recently had an emergency colostomy and may be considering a reversal in the future?
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Just done my first cycle ride post The Event. Joyous! #stoma

"It is ok to wait to get a #stoma because u r only hurting yrslf if u don’t listen to yr #doctor & need avoidable repeat stoma #surgeries ..wld never make my child get a stoma that did not understand the importance of taking care of yrslf.": buff.ly/itVaua6

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Flying with a stoma? Get an aisle seat. Empty your bag before boarding. Tell gate staff you have an ostomy. Security may ask you to pat down the stoma area and swab your hands. Cabin pressure won’t affect your bag. What’s your experience?
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Is turmeric (curcumin) generally considered suitable for people living with an ostomy? Has anyone experienced benefits or problems when using it for joint pain or stiffness? Thx.
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How can dehydration affect kidney function in people living with an ileostomy long-term? Has anyone experienced kidney problems related to high fluid losses?
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With an ileostomy, everyone is different, but your diet may become less restrictive over time. While healing, introduce foods gradually, start with small amounts, stay well hydrated, and CHEW, CHEW, CHEW! Your body may adjust more than you expect.
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Any tips for getting through airport customs with a urostomy without any awkward moments? 😅 And does cabin pressure make a urostomy bag expand like a packet of crisps does on a plane? Thanks!
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What can cause a 2-piece ostomy pouch system to become increasingly noisy or “crinkly”? Are there quieter alternatives or brands worth considering?
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What can help reduce gas and pouch filling overnight with an ileostomy? Does eating earlier in the evening make a difference?
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Living with a permanent ileostomy for 15 years after UC and multiple abdominal surgeries has brought ups and downs. Scar tissue and adhesions have caused recurring mechanical blockages, and now food needs to be puréed. Has anyone else experienced this? Any advice?
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