Adjusting to Life in Charlotte with an Ostomy

It's been a while since my last post. Just checking in to say hello. I'm finally relocated to Charlotte, North Carolina, and I'm loving it. Learning to get out more with my ostomy. Still, I have to be careful when dining out. I try not to empty, but it doesn't matter what I eat; it always makes this thing go. And folks will walk into the bathroom and walk straight back out. Other than that, I'm just taking it one day at a time.

Hiya, I don't understand your comment that "folks walk in the bathroom and walk straight back out."  Are you referring to odor?  If so, we can solve that issue for you.    HenryM

Hey Dr! What the hell are you doing in that bathroom that makes them turn around and leave... because I need to learn that trick!!!

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bob

I have tried everything since my gastric bypass surgery in February. The output is very pungent no matter what I try. If there is something new, I'm willing to try it. 😊

Lol. Since my gastric bypass surgery in February, my output is very pungent. I've tried everything, but nothing seems to penetrate. I eat very healthy now, and it's still bad. I'm open to trying something new if you have a suggestion 😊

Words of Encouragement from Ostomy Advocates I Hollister

Have you tried M9 in Green Apple from Hollister? I've used it in the bathroom at doctor appointments, and it works very well at deodorizing the air when emptying a bag.

M9 works, but I use it, don't worry about this at all! It's normal, even if it's my normal! Only at a friend's house do I make sure to use something. Home bathrooms are a different matter, smaller, etc. 

Hi Liz, if it's odor you are concerned with, then I suggest Devon Tablets. I use them and they work amazingly well. If you can't get them when you order your ostomy supplies, you can buy them off Amazon. Also, just an FYI, you can order tank tops from Shapermint that hold your pouch close to you for added confidence. Hope this helps. Let me know if I can help with anything else. Kelly