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I'm sorry I missed your explanation and link, Eric. It sounds like I have a loop. I don't notice it being of any benefit and maybe even adds problem...

Hi Everyone! I have the same question. my surgery was in 2015 and I am embarrassed to say I have always been confused by what kind of ileostomy I ha...

Amazing article Eric. Thank you and Kelli again. I am so happy for you that you don’t live with the pain and impact of Crohns that had in the past. A...

Wow. Thank you Eric and your wife for your bravery and openness. I can’t wait to read the article. There is no one better able to represent our typic...

I’ve gone through the same thing. I didn’t want to give up my favorite fun products. The solution that works for me is the very last thing I do is to ...

I use the same appliance and elastic strips and also rinse my pouch every time. These things have really helped me adjust to a lot of the original co...

I totally relate to your struggles, Chris. It is a problem for me too. I have additional medical issues that keep me awake as I wear an insulin pum...

I dry the area after my shower then apply the cap. Then I finish drying and wear it while I blow dry my hair or do other after shower stuff so I don'...

I'm a little late to the discussion but just got my weekly email with the link from @VeganOstomy. I am a non-smoker and for many reasons, supportive ...

Thank you for posting this Dona. I have used EZ-Vents from the beginning and I agree I couldn't do without them. I am VERY fortunate in that my insu...

Well I was going to start a new post but I should have known I would find one that said "Huge Leak" lol sorry this is long I am still in the laundry/...

Hi Carolyn, Hopefully in the beginning of May. I have not made my appointment yet as I am confirming insurance before and have a pile of Diabetes iss...

So glad to hear that you are doing well Dona! I have been evaluated and am going back this month for a second evaluation now that it has gotten to be...

Thank you for your help. Sadly, All of the belts were custom made and measured by ostomy nurses and finally the doctor. We also tried different wi...

I have researched and purchased several and watched all of your reviews! It is my body shape and the placement of my stoma. I have a very small wais...

Hi Eric. Yes. It is permanent. It has been discussed several times. The consensus seems to be that it is a major surgery and at the time they cons...

I searched for mucus and this post came up - embarrassing question lol - perfect! Thank goodness we have this forum for our "embarrassing questions"....

Hi Dona, Hope you are doing well. I was wondering if you could give us an update on how you are doing after some time has past. I have had a hernia ...

Hi Tony. What do you think made the difference? I've tried twice and both times were a disaster. I would really like them to work as it would be gr...

okay. you got me. I'll unblock their numbers and be grateful for the samples. Maybe if I ask they won't call so many times a day.