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@raspout66 I find that gaining weight is difficult especially when you have to be very careful of what you eat. A year ago I was hospitalized for a ...

Do you use a protective barrier ring under the wafer. I have used the Brava Protective Seal and Cavilon Protective film with Hollister 2-piece wafer f...

Hi Alice, I find that the thick rings have a better seal and longer ware time.

Hi Cyrisse, I have had my ostomy for 4 years and use Hollister 2 piece pouches. Initilly, I tried using their barrier rings but was not satisiefd wit...

After my blockage in July, doctors gave me different diet advice from zero fiber to the normal range of 20+grams daily. The no fiber diet seemed too ...

Stella, The elastic strap is a great idea. I usually struggle with the problem. Thanks.

As did Eric, I also would say to be careful of using prune juice or any laxative if a blockage exists since there are different types of blockages. Ot...

@veganostomy Thank you all for sharing your experiences, advice and support. I have had the colostomy for 3 1/2 years and there is always something ne...

Eric, I very much appreciate your posting this experience. You didn't panic as I probably would and your cool headed action led to a successful soluti...

Hi Eric, It sounds like you are going through very difficult times and facing some big challenges. Your health, recovery and family are your number on...

Bubbles, Had Shingles last July same symptoms as you with the worst back pain. Doctor prescribed meds but the pain lasted for a few weeks. It never i...

A nutritionist recommended taking probiotics to help me regulate digestion and elimination. I think they are effective and have helped. Specifically...

Hi Barbara, I have been an ostomate for 2 years and have always had a discharge from my rectum. It is not painful but there the same sensation that u...

Thank you. I'll check it out.

Thankyou. I'll see if I can get a sample and try them.

Hi Bubbles, In the previous reply, I meant to ask how good do you find the Brava rings for adhehing and protecting?

Thank you for the suggestions. I use the Holister Cera-rings and they do melt terribly and do not adhere to the skin. My stoma is half above and half...

I think it's from both. The area under the barrier ring is where the residue is difficult to remove.