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So, in the ongoing saga, I had to go back to the ER on Tuesday, and I’m still there. I had a gallbladder attack, and it’s looking like what I thought...

Kirsten, all the time! It takes awhile to learn what is, quite frankly, not natural. Hence websites like this one. Never hesitate to ask questions; we...

I have the same worry, since Covid, about getting supplies in a timely manner. So I order about 6 months supply at a time. In Canada, I’m not limited ...

@dogtalkerer I don’t intend to explain anything - asking people to “explain” their experience is not appropriate. I have a sigmoid colostomy, so I hav...

Yes, definitely stay home and near the bathroom. It might take several hours before you have any output, but you never know. A high output pouch might...

Kirsten, your hospital should have a stoma nurse who runs regular clinics for anyone with an ostomy. Ask your surgeon if you’re not sure. Also, were y...

Jillian, I also have a colostomy, and I have trouble with beans, lentils and anything made from them, including hummus. I don’t cut them out of my die...

Grandayout, I eat dill pickles and kimchi, and pickled beets with some frequency, and no problems with the fermented aspect of those foods. As always,...

Alex, I also have diet issues, so I have some understanding of the angst that goes with this. Have you considered working with a dietitian? That might...

Hi Kirsten, I am in Ontario too. Your story is different from mine, but sounds very much like so many of the stories I have heard on this site. You ...

@veganostomy I just put in an order; I’ll post my review when it arrives. Laurie

Jillian, I eat tabbouleh frequently, with no issues. As John said, try a little bit of foods you’re unsure of and see if you experience any adverse ef...

I’m Canadian too, and I had cancer diagnosed in 2015. Since then, I’ve never had the poop on a stick test sent to me. That test only picks up on blood...

@cat-momma oh, this is just too much to bear! I am so sorry that you’ve lost both cats, and so close to each other. I hope you can find some consolati...

@granddayout I have a colostomy (2015) and I can pretty much eat whatever I want, but I find that I do have to be careful about high fibre foods becau...

Hi Grand Day, and welcome! I am also here because of cancer, and I also had adverse effects from radiation. I’ve had to reframe that - and recognize t...

I haven’t flown since my surgery 8 years ago, partly due to the surgery, but also due to Covid and caring for elderly parents. So now that I’m looking...

Oh Yvan, I am so sorry to hear what a difficult time you’re having. I wish you all the best for your recovery. Please let us know how you’re doing whe...