Managing Both Colostomy and Urostomy Post-Surgery

I've had a colostomy since 2002 and never had issues. I had a huge surgery to repair a fistula and now also have a urostomy. Both are on the front of my belly. I'm having such a hard time keeping them separated. I asked the surgeon to keep them far enough away, but it's difficult to say the least. A friend of mine suggested I go to an ostomy center in Lone Tree. It's very frustrating. I'm still recovering from the surgery and am so weak. Any help would be appreciated!

What kind of help do you need?

I have no help to offer, but I'd like you to know that my heart goes out to you - dealing with one bag, I frequently feel depressed (and shouldn't), so I cannot even imagine having to manage two of them. There are several on this site who have posted about having two bags - they are all heroes to me - including you. One day at a time is all an ostomate can do. This website helps me put things in perspective, and I turn to humor whenever possible and try to “choose happy” each day - not always easy though. I also sing a lot, and music helps. Some favorite lyrics from a song pop into my head when I get to feeling down…example:

“We are all puny specks of galactic dust here on Mother Earth.”

If you lose your job - sleep till noon,

If the news is bad - watch cartoons,

If your house burns down - you'll have lots more room,

And a much better view of the moon!”

Chin up, girl - you can do this! Hugs, JB