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RE: Sex and sharing a bed

Dona! Thank you so much! That is all really good advice! I love the idea of having a towel or washcloth handy. That's so smart. I'm going to do that f...

5 years ago
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RE: Sex and sharing a bed

Thanks! I'm sure that with the right person, things will be more comfortable. I just dont want my own fears stopping me from finding that person. Stil...

5 years ago
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RE: Hair Loss

Update: The doctor says my hair is falling out in preparation for new growth. Apparently, this is similar to what happens to a woman when she gets pre...

6 years ago
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RE: Menstrual Cycle on the Fritz

Linda, Wow! I'm sorry to hear you've been through so much. I'll bet it's made you a stronger person, although I'm not sure hearing that makes anyone f...

6 years ago
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RE: Can we talk about reversal?

Thanks for all the good advice! I think between the possibility of surgical complications and complications to deal with from a J Pouch in general, I'...

6 years ago
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RE: Eczema

Hi Donna, Nothing to add in the advice column as it seems there's a lot of good advice above. Just wanted to say good luck with your surgery on Friday...

6 years ago
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RE: Can we talk about reversal?

Z! Great point! I was discussing that very same point to my parents (they worry about not doing a reversal). I keep thinking about what the future of ...

6 years ago
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RE: Can we talk about reversal?

Thanks, guys. I figure time is really going to be the biggest factor in this all. I think I need to consult with my doctor more and hear the reality o...

6 years ago
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RE: a couple of post reversal questions

Hey Brian, If you remember where the reversal took place, you could always go to get medical records (or order them). I'm not sure why your stomach wo...

6 years ago
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RE: Hair Loss

Good advice, Z. I definitely will get an appointment to see my dermatologist. I have an appt with the general surgeon who completed my colectomy, so I...

6 years ago
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RE: Does stoma powder burn?

I've never noticed much burning from the nystatin powder I use. However, the skin does burn a little and itch with the presence of irritation. I figur...

6 years ago
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RE: Menstrual Cycle on the Fritz

Thanks, Linda. I found some research about how surgeries have effected a women. I've already started my list of questions. If this experience has taug...

6 years ago
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RE: Intro/Ileostomy Experience

Thank you for sharing. I too worried about that. However, after I was transferred from McLaren (where the assault occurred), Henry Ford staff went abo...

6 years ago
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RE: Intro/Ileostomy Experience

Thank you for the warm welcome. I found it harder to tell my story due to the risk of sounding like I'm complaining than admitting what had happened. ...

6 years ago
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RE: Intro/Ileostomy Experience

Thank you. I'm grateful to have found such an inviting group of people. If nothing else, it's always comfortable to belong somewhere. I hope to find a...

6 years ago
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