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RE: Rinsing

@chelly that totally makes sense! It's a constant journey.   All the best to you

1 month ago
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RE: Rinsing

Thank you! That is very interesting and useful to know. I rarely feel the cold water. @chelly I have most of the same issues you have except for ...

1 month ago
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RE: Rinsing

@chelly Did the rings just start breaking down recently? Which rings do you use? Maybe change it up or try a thicker size ring?? Just an idea.

1 month ago
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RE: Rinsing

@chelly I use toilet paper or paper towels and then throw them away in disposal bag. I've never used baby wipes. I add a mix of M-9 deodorizer and A...

1 month ago
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RE: Rinsing

Hi! Happy New Year, I began rinsing after every empty about a year after my ileostomy. At first it was somewhat of a hassle because I did not have...

2 months ago
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RE: New Leak Sensor from Coloplast

it’s nice to see they are at lease looking into new innovations for us!! I’d love a sample but I saw the note regarding “available in my area”?!? And...

2 years ago
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RE: B12 absorption

I had read about that too and my b12 is always way high. But my dr said that doesn’t mean your absorbing it. 🤷🏼‍♀️...

2 years ago
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RE: Rectum stump removal

Wow. That's a lot. Here you are thinking things are going along swimmingly and bam. I understand your original decision to leave it as I made the same...

2 years ago
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RE: Medicare supply question

In AZ my Medicare A pays 80%, DME Durable Medical Equipment, then B (AARP) pays remaining %20 after deductible. I recently was told that I only neede...

2 years ago
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RE: Amazon Prime Day

Thanks for reminder! I think prime days are 11-12.

3 years ago
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RE: Rinsing

Hello @chelly! I was going to respond to your wipes post to say that I rinse so I just use a dry paper towel around the opening of the pouch. I have...

3 years ago
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RE: Checking/rotating my set of spares

@goatherder wow I'm impressed! I have a small bathroom travel bag as my grab and go but nothing divided or organized like you and @llholiday. I also...

4 years ago
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Love this thread! RE: Checking/rotating my set of spares

I’m so glad you posted this! I needed a reminder! And I love your packaging system. I would really like to hear any other suggestions from everyone ...

4 years ago
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RE: Bands?

I don’t have luck with bands. They slip up due to hip/waist ratio guys don’t have. I find the best is good old high waisted shape wear like spanx o...

4 years ago
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RE: Dry Skin Around Stoma

Hi Glenn This is my trial and error system for dry skin under the flange. I always take "naked" showers so if you are okay with that, after I remov...

4 years ago
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RE: Irony

Yes! Irony! First of all, I admire and envy your ostomy bathroom! lol Much better than lugging it all out on change day. I'm curious why you change...

4 years ago
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RE: Small parastomal hernia pain with covid

@tigerlily Great website! I can't figure out the foreign sizing though so I sent them an email.

4 years ago
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RE: Small parastomal hernia pain with covid

@tigerlily Thank you Laurie! Thank goodness the Covid cough has slowed but I need one for day to day. I will keep you posted. Have you posted ab...

4 years ago
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RE: Small parastomal hernia pain with covid

@john68 I like that concept, John. I will work on that. I never thought of connecting it to clothes. It's not like I'm gong out or any one will see...

4 years ago
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RE: Small parastomal hernia pain with covid

I'll give then a called in the morning. Thanks again! I hope someone else has experience that may help.

4 years ago
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