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@kiltedwolf I thought it would have been out of character for Poirot, but then, I am not familiar with everything he said. I will still pick you to be...

I think a number of us will smile reading about this! 😄 I found that sitting on one cheek worked while my Barbie butt was healing. Because it to...

In Canada, the advantage would be in being eligible for the Disability Tax Credit, which can help offset the cost of ostomy equipment. One does not ne...

Remember when you took that for granted? You’re right - simple pleasures are worth so much! Laurie

@squeakyandliza I just use a little bit, directly on the problem skin. Much less than if I use a stoma powder. And yes, I put the flange right over to...

Wonderful, Liza! Having been in your situation, I know how hard it is to wonder if things are ever going to heal. I hope you are finally breathing a s...

@john68 John, of course, you are correct. But I think it isn’t always black and white. Am I thankful for the ostomy giving me function after cancer?...

@mmz. As you are being wheeled into surgery, take comfort in knowing that healing vibes are being sent through the atmosphere to you from points all o...

@squeakyandliza Thanks, Liza. I have dealt with this so far by tried and true methods - denial and avoidance - but I know I will have to face it soone...

@squeakyandliza Hi Liza, The powder is called ARGLAES. Silver antimicrobial barrier dressing, and the company that makes it is Medline. Try www.medl...

@mmz That’s great news, MMZ! I am super excited for you! You have been fastidious about planning for this, so that will pay off for you. We will all b...

@rick. Rick, you’re right. You want to do everything you possibly can to prevent cancer from developing. If you haven’t had radiation already, I don’t...

Rick, my recovery from rectum/anus removal was long and complicated. It took two and a half years for the incision to even close, and I still need a s...

@dove-girl Wow, Dovegirl, you have sure been through a lot. I agree with the advice already given, but I would be asking your family doctor to help yo...

Hi Kiltedwolf, glad that everything is working out well for you. Welcome to the site where you will find lots of helpful people. I have to admit I wo...

Hey Loveanimals, there is going to be a solution to this - you just have to persevere. Sometimes having an ostomy is ridiculously hard to figure out! ...

@chris. Chris, it sounds like something has changed. Are there any changes to your body? Even small changes, like weight gain or loss might make a dif...

@squeakyandliza Thanks for this, Liza. I have a hernia too, and am avoiding dealing with it just because I am concerned about issues related to mesh. ...

Happy birthday, Liza! We’re glad you were able to celebrate it too! Your life may have taken some interesting twists and turns lately, but they just a...

@dlkfiretruck Linda, the Sensura Mio line of products is by Coloplast. I have been using them for over 5 years now, and haven’t seen a change in the t...