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RE: Blockages: Fool me twice, shame on me

Hi Amanda, Thank you for sharing. That's such a shame that you ended up with a blockage. Yeah, that appliance-off experience is really something...

2 years ago
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RE: Hollister One-Piece Leakage issue

Don't discount trying some really inexpensive bags off Amazon. For years, I was reluctant to even entertain the idea that a $2 bag would work better t...

2 years ago
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RE: Rectum stump removal

@john68 I've been thinking about you, John. Thank you for updating us, and I hope that you've been able to relax in some nice weather! Re: young doc...

2 years ago
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RE: Wearing a Hernia Belt with a Prolapsed Stoma

I was going to say that even though I don't have a need for a hernia belt, when I wear one, it causes me to prolapse, even though I wouldn't prolapse ...

2 years ago
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RE: Another Proctectomy Thread

@tony-h Oh wow!! It's like you're sitting on a bunch of small balloons! Way different from the foam/gel you typically see! I'm glad it's helping you.

2 years ago
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RE: Cause of Crohns and Colitis

I had someone email me the same article today. It'll be interesting to see how this is approached. It sounds like environmental triggers are still t...

2 years ago
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RE: Any suggestions on how to prevent M9 leaks...

@dlkfiretruck Yes, I'm sure you actually didn't intend to use scotch tape! Gorilla tape is thicker than standard, clear packing tape. It's almost ru...

2 years ago
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RE: Dealing with Thick Ostomy Output - OSTOMY TIPS (w/ video)

Thank you for sharing, Becky. Sounds like an incredibly frustrating situation made worse because insurance isn't helping. It's a common situation ...

2 years ago
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RE: Any suggestions on how to prevent M9 leaks...

I'm willing to bet that would give you the worst results, since scotch tape tends to be brittle. Clear Gorilla tape has been something I've used aro...

2 years ago
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RE: Another Proctectomy Thread

Great news! Don't leave us hanging @tony-h, what's this million dollar hospital loaner pillow all about? 😂

2 years ago
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RE: Trouble with fibre

If you are drinking too much at a time, it could put strain on your kidneys and create an acute imbalance in your electrolytes. As for how it affect...

2 years ago
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RE: Hollister 8931 defective LOT 2l272

Sounds similar to the issue I was having. Let them know, and you may get a replacement box.

2 years ago
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RE: It goes to show you that one product can be vastly different from another

It's the Click Xpro wafer (10025). I looked up the 15991, and it doesn't appear to be available in Canada, which is a shame because I would have given...

2 years ago
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RE: It goes to show you that one product can be vastly different from another

I had to add a layer of tape under the wafer to act as a barrier. See here. I only recall using the 2pc Sensura Click (including Xpro), but it's ...

2 years ago
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RE: Another Proctectomy Thread

We'll need a review once you've had a chance to use it 🤣

2 years ago
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RE: Osto Ring

Interesting! Now that I search for it, I'm seeing clinical trials come up, like this one. I haven't been able to find a photo of the device, but goo...

2 years ago
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RE: Another Proctectomy Thread

I was told not to use any “doughnut” pillows to sit on, as it puts too much pressure on your butthole. For my car, I ended up getting a gel seat cov...

2 years ago
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RE: Update on sickness

What a bounce back! I'm glad that you're also being tested for zinc and the B vitamins, as any other deficiencies will cause you to feel awful. And yo...

2 years ago
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RE: Osto Ring

Can you share what this product is, @bigmike322? Is it a barrier ring or something else?

2 years ago
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RE: VeganOstomy Has Left Facebook and Instagram (On Purpose)

The private groups really are a disservice to any community. The accessibility barrier alone should give those group owners some pause to look elsewhe...

2 years ago
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