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Hi john, I see we posted at almost the same time with nearly the same advise. I had forgotten about the too tight wafer. Stomas do change in size and ...

Hi Stela, Bearing in mind that I am not a doctor and if this persists or gets worse or is hurting, please get it check out by a professional. That sai...

So true, Linda. I am glad someone took you seriously and they found that infection. Very scary. Its hard to fight for what you know is right when you ...

Hi danbh, I addition to the things that the others have suggested to help with pancaking I would just add a couple of thoughts. I used to have a lot o...

PJS018, Good luck on the upcoming reversal and recovery. This will I hope be a swift recovery for you as you are hopefully going into it healthier tha...

Hi Linda, Yes.. by the time I had surgery I had gone without sleep ( another horrible effect of IBD) for over three years. I was SO ready to sleep! I ...

If I am ever tempted to pity myself for having an ostomy ( hasn't happened yet), I am going to re read this post/thread. Thanks for bringing it to the...

a journal is a GREAT idea. Also, most recovery rooms and hospital rooms are not quiet and not dark. I had a noise canceling head set or you could brin...

Hi... here is a link to a longer discussion of hernias and the repair of them. There are different kinds of hernias and different techniques for fixin...

Thanks for the beautiful remembrance, Linda.

P.S. Frozen spinach works great in the 'pie' recipe. Just thaw it ( microwave works well) and squeeze out all the water you can ( a colander is helpf...

Hello Debbra, Welcome to the forum. I am really sorry to hear of your difficulties. Its all a real challenge for sure, and not being able to eat on t...

Wellcome to this forum, Cateyed22. Its always good to have more input here as everyone has a unique story. I think you will be able to live very well ...

Bonus tip # 305... keep a wash cloth or hand towel close to the bed where you can grab it in the dark...emergency leak containment....and keep smiling...

It does get easier. You will get more confident with the passing of time. I have been 'at it' a bit more than three years and the difference in my sel...

Hi Darla, You said you don't often experience leakage at night so thats good. But , when you do experience a leak have you been able to figure out why...

Good to be a tank! Better to be a tank at home in the lounge chair with the pup. ( and edible food). One of my hospital 'stays' I wanted a tee shirt t...

I hope you are feeling better today and looking forward to going home soon. Sending you good wishes.

You are so right, Raine, Keeping a positive attitude and being happy with things overall is they only way to go. I think most of us are at a low point...

It must be a relief that it is DONE! Now you can just concentrate of recovery. All the best to you.