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RE:Stealth Belt vs. ComfortBelt: Which Ostomy Support Belt is Best? (w/ video)

That's wonderful to hear, Jonathan! I hope you enjoy your new belt!

4 years ago
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RE:Stealth Belt Pro (2017) : REVIEW

Hi Justin, Thanks for sharing your experiences with the StealthBelt! Regarding the zippers, I haven't had issues on any of my belts, including ...

4 years ago
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RE:Stealth Belt vs. ComfortBelt: Which Ostomy Support Belt is Best? (w/ video)

Hi Jonathan, If your stoma is right at your belt line, then this likely won't offer many benefits apart from some added support. But if the wai...

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

Hi Rebekah, It certainly wasn't, but it sounds like he helped you when you needed it. 👍

4 years ago
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RE:Ostomysecrets Swim Trunks & Swim Wrap: OVERVIEW (w/ video)

Hi Dianne, You can order them directly from the manufacturer:

4 years ago
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RE: Weight loss and weight gain after ostomy surgery

@massvocals Thank you for sharing that. Such an unfortunate course of events. Do you keep a calorie log or food diary? It may help to find out if y...

4 years ago
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RE: Healing the Skin around the Stoma - OSTOMY TIPS (w/ Video)

Hi Harley, that sounds painful :( I suggest speaking with a stoma nurse who can look at your skin and assess why it's red and sore. There could be sev...

4 years ago
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RE: Severe pain and skin issues for 2 years

Welcome to the forums! I'm sorry to hear that you've been struggling like that. It must be frustrating for sure. Do you have access to a WOCN (Wo...

4 years ago
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RE: New Ileostomy

@cardc Awesome to hear! I'm glad it's working better for you! Regarding, having issues keeping air in the bag, the best solution to this is to cover...

4 years ago
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RE: Hernia support and stealth belt?

I don't wear a hernia belt, but I have worn my bag sideways with the StealthBelt when I used to go kayaking. Have fun!

4 years ago
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RE: Mom to potential ostomate

I did write an article that might be helpful HERE. Her doctors know better than anyone what her future could look like if things remain as they are...

4 years ago
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RE: Subzero bag storage

We should get a list of "confirmed cold-weather" appliances going! Thanks for the reports, guys!

4 years ago
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RE:Dressing with an Ostomy: A Guide for Ladies (Part 3)

Hi Guylaine, Awestomy! has been closed, open, closed, and open for years. I believe the last time they posted on social media, they said they woul...

4 years ago
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RE: Mom to potential ostomate

Welcome. I'm so sorry that she's been going through that. It's not an easy decision, but I think that realizing she doesn't have many options left s...

4 years ago
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RE: Expiry

@jrachr Pancaking is a particularly stubborn issue because unless you're able to thin out your stool, it takes quite a bit of effort and/or interventi...

4 years ago
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RE: Expiry

I think we've all been there at some point. What products are you using? Obviously, you'll want to stockpile wafers and bags, since you'll always ne...

4 years ago
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RE: Expiry

Welcome! Have you seen this article? How long were you thinking of keeping a stockpile? A year? 5 years? As most products do have expiry dates 2...

4 years ago
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RE: New Ileostomy

Hi Dave, Leaks can sometimes have multiple causes, and trying to pinpoint those causes can take some trial and error. If you haven't already seen ...

4 years ago
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RE: Blood in bag

Good luck! And I'm glad that trick helped - even with vodka! 😂

4 years ago
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RE: Acid Eating Filter?

You might not have, but the product may have silently been "improved". Did this start happening with a new box of product of halfway through an open ...

4 years ago
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