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RE: Ileostomy and crohns

Since this post was resurrected I thought I'd update you on me. I recently had another ileostomy and my small intestine looks good! Bad news is Croh...

3 years ago
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RE: Anyone else in the cast iron club? ?

Absolutely! We have a small collection of everything from 5" skillets to a 12" square one and even a chicken frier. We use these almost exclusively.

3 years ago
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RE: Ileostomy and crohns

@LK Yes, my surgery went as planned. They did discharge me after 2 days though. The ileo was challenging at first with leaking daily, 29 staples an...

4 years ago
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RE: Update on me

@veganostomy Yes Eric, I came to the same conclusion. After I was discharged the local news was reporting the first cases in Pittsburgh. They were...

4 years ago
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RE: Ileostomy and crohns

@veganostomy My crohns is/ was mainly in my colon and rectum. However I was dx with active disease in my esophagus about 15 years ago. I have to say...

4 years ago
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RE: Ileostomy and crohns

Thanks for all your responses and easing my fears. I guess there will always be that nagging feeling in the back of my mind about crohns recurring. ...

4 years ago
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RE: Ileostomy and crohns

Thanks John, My history of being a " problem child" just has me concerned about the future.

4 years ago
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RE: Crohn's in other parts of the body

Interesting topic. I always had bad D on the first day of my period. I didn't know it wasn't normal and never connected the 2 until much later. Cro...

4 years ago
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RE: Fall Days and Pies

My favorite is which ever one I'm eating!

4 years ago
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RE: Crohns after permanent ileostomy.

Hi Vicky, I have a permanent colostomy as of last year bc of crohns. And as of last December its back (not that it ever left). Do you have issues w...

5 years ago
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RE: No Fiber Diet to Prevent Blockages

Sorry you went thru that. I spent years on a low residue diet after my crohns diagnosis and first surgery. It does sound harsh for the obstruction. ...

5 years ago
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RE: Top 5 Things to come from Canada

Sidney Crosby!!!! Yep, I'm a hockey fan.

5 years ago
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RE: Air fryer anyone?

Hubby loves using his. Fries are his favorite as well as reheating.

5 years ago
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RE: Healing time

The aquacel is great stuff. I had pressure sores last year that just wouldn't heal until the WOC tried it - it was amazing. Dried the wound right up...

5 years ago
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RE: New Ostomate new to forum

Welcome to VO I hope you find lots of information and support here. BTW, it seems we've been on the same path. I was diagnosed with crohns 37 yrs ago ...

5 years ago
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RE: Changing Jobs

I hope it goes well and you get the job. We're kind of in the same boat, except I'm a " bit" older and job hunting. My rule is don't tell until you ...

5 years ago
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RE: Road trip adventures

Good for you! Being able to go out and do things is definitely an advantage of a stoma for me. But the darn things need to learn to be quiet! Ha ha....

5 years ago
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RE: Wrong Anniversary Date

That's ok Stella, my anniversary date went right by me last week. I guess that means I'm dealing with things? LOL The only issue I ever have with a...

5 years ago
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