Ostomy Topics

I've had my ileostomy for eight months now. The question is, can I eat fresh strawberries with no problems?

I'm desperate to figure out how to put on this appliance without any leaking. I have an appointment to get my staples out tomorrow from my colectomy, so hopefully I'll get more direction from the hospital staff. I've been out of the hospital for a little over a week. My wound care nurse has not been available until this Wednesday. I can't seem to make my Hollister appliance fit. I've been over ...

I've had my ostomy for six months now. Can I eat Del Monte canned cream style corn without any issues?

I have had an ileostomy for 8 months now. Are iceberg lettuce and tomatoes safe to eat? It would be nice on a burger again.

My surgery was an emergency and was done at a location over 3 hours from my home.
I've learned that there are no colorectal surgeons in my area that will take on my follow-up care because they didn't do the surgery. My stoma has prolapsed in 2 places. I've tried all the tricks, but they both pop out as soon as I bend.
The ostomy nurses from the manufacturers have been very helpful, but I would ...

Hi everyone!
In the last few days, I've noticed when I've been changing my bag that there seem to be two pressure sores appearing underneath where the adhesive sits. I've had my stoma for two years, and I still feel like I'm learning something new every day . Has anyone ever had this happen to them?
I use Sensura Mio Concave colostomy bags because my stoma is skin level and doesn't really ...

Hello all!
I recently came across some advertising for the StomaGenie, which I'd never heard of before. Apparently, it solves the issue of a leaky stoma when you're trying to change your pouch. It holds the excess output in a small cylinder so everything stays neat and clean. I've requested a free sample from my supplier.
What I didn't like is the fact that you have to hold it over your stoma, ...

I have had my stoma for almost 3 years. After my surgery, while recovering at home, I remember the home health nurse saying I had another small opening as well as my stoma. As time went on, I also noticed this, but it looked like an area where excess stool would stay. This week, after a leakage, I saw actual output coming from this tiny pinpoint hole as well as my original stoma. Sorry for the ...

I'm about a month out from my colostomy surgery, and I guess I'm still trying to figure out what my goal should be for creating a seal on my appliance. I have consistently found output around my stoma and under the wafer with every change. My understanding was that any output under the wafer is a compromised seal and that when I take off the appliance, the back of the wafer can be puffy an ...

I have read previously about odor control products typically found in your home. But have forgotten what they were. Please advise again.

So I saw my ostomy nurse yesterday to talk about my issues with pouching, and she sent me home with some samples of the Eakin Stomawrap to try. She fitted me with a new bag, the same Hollister 2-piece model that I currently wear, with the Stomawrap barrier ring. The problem is I started leaking again hours later, just as I did the other week. I think part of my problem is she is evaluating me ...

Just wanted to share my recent experience. I find myself looking for employment for the first time in twenty years, and I now have a new consideration... Stoma noises in a quiet office.

After a series of 4 virtual interviews (during which, my stoma was not completely quiet) the company flew me out for an on-site interview, as I'm a top contender for the position. I'm coming on week 7 of hav ...

I frequently praise the benefits of Vicks VapoRub for soreness around the stoma. I use this product for skin issues, cuts, etc., as it was a “home remedy” used by my grandmother and mother for “boo boos” as well as breathing and cold remedy relief.
*Vicks VapoRub is made of ingredients such as camphor, eucalyptus oil, and menthol.
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My two-year-old has an ileostomy. Yesterday, she had 150ml of bloody output. We have since been admitted to the hospital. They've stopped her feeds, are giving Dioralyte, and have taken bloods but have done nothing else. She's now flushed, sweaty, and sleepy, and has a high watery output. I can't help but think they're missing something. Has anyone got any ideas what I can be asking for them t ...

My surgery was very difficult. 80 days in the hospital. I am doing OK as far as changing bags and handling an occasional leak. I admit I'm struggling with my new normal: I drink 96 oz of water or Gatorade a day, but I am still very thirsty. I have to empty my bag 5 times a day and once at night.
I feel like the focus of every day is this d#$n bag. By mid-afternoon, I'm worn out. Zero energy an ...