Ostomy Topics

For those of you that use the Adapt lubricating deodorant, I have questions. I was not able to get my M9 in time, so I ordered this Adapt to suffice until my M9 comes. It's been quite some years since I've used Adapt. Since it's lubricating, can you rinse your pouch with a water bottle when you empty it, or will the lube ruin your seal?
Somehow I'm remembering something about it maybe loosenin ...

Good morning,
I am new to the ostomy world. What pants/jeans do you all wear that are comfortable around your stoma?
Thank you!

I got some brand new convex pouches and protective seals. I can't use them. If someone can, I will mail them. They are Coloplast brand. PM me with the address?
Or find me a Siamese kitten

Would like to make an informed decision whether to have it reversed. Am getting frequent urine infections due to the proximity of the bladder & the ostomy. Would very much appreciate hearing about your experiences with the reversal procedure & how you decided whether or not to have it reversed in your unique circumstances. Also if you decided to go back to having a colostomy after the reversal ...

Hi everyone,
I just found out I'm going to have to have my bladder removed after a return of bladder cancer. My focus is on being able to get back to my very active lifestyle of road biking, downhill skiing, running, and hiking, and so I want to hear from those with continent (internal pouch) and incontinent (external pouch) urostomas on the pros and cons of each for these activities. I have a ...

I have been struggling with wrinkles in the fabric of the base plate. If I unstick it to pull it up, I lose adhesive ability. Any tips?

It has been a year and a half since my emergency Hartman Procedure colostomy for diverticulitis and sepsis. I couldn't get it reversed soon after because I had to have brain surgery. I would like to do the reversal, but I heard that it is quite complex and could be dangerous. I am trying to find former ostomates that fared well with this type of reversal. Thank you for your help.

Does anyone know where I might get these for cheap as I don't have insurance or income and cannot find any?

I just joined the group today and I'm excited to hear how ostomates/double ostomates are handling travel and an active life. I am not new to an ostomy, I have had an ileostomy and ileal conduit since a rectal cancer surgery saved my life 17 years ago. Typically in the summer, I have had urinary tract infections that have correlated with air travel. So I haven't flown for 7 years. We have isola ...

Are there any particularly helpful exercises that members have learned that they have found to be particularly good to practice in times of exacerbated stress?

In my particular case, I am finding the possibility of deep line feeding being a long-term outcome following a necessary reparative surgery to free a section of trapped bowel following a repair for a herniated bowel after traumatic ex ...

I had an ileostomy for 3 1/2 years and it's been reversed and hooked back up after hernia surgery. Now that I have a colostomy, I'm having a really difficult time with the fact that my ileostomy had ZERO odor and now the colostomy has a really bad odor that I have to get used to. I've bought boxes of scented candles that I have to have in my bathroom and throughout my apartment. I feel it's re ...

Hi all. I just would like to document my experience with an ileostomy reversal - hopefully, this can help someone in the future.
My Backstory:
I am a 49-year-old male, and pre-colectomy I was in relatively good health, exercising, and at normal weight. Back in January of this year (2023), I had a perforated colon, most likely as a result of a diverticulitis episode. Long story short, I had an ...

Howdy gang,
Picked up some black Rit fabric dye and am going to try dyeing a couple of my Hollister skin-colored bags black. I'm pretty sure the fuzzy fabric covering will take dye, but haven't figured out what to do about the bottom plastic part of the bag yet. Tried coloring it with a Sharpie and that looks like crap, so will need a plan B for that part. But might as well make sure the body ...

Although I am happy with my current "apparatus," I tend to be curious about other appliances... mostly outspouts. Occasionally, I will request product samples from various companies.
It seems to me that these suppliers, or someone with nursing degree skills who sports a stoma and has entrepreneurial tendencies, could start a new successful business. Develop a company for training folks to beco ...

A TWO–PIECE split BAG TIP.

For those who use a two-piece set
for your stoma, I should let
you know what I have now found out
so, you may know what it’s about.

Some of you have complained of smell.
Well, as far as I can tell
the bags are fairly flimsy so
here’s something you ought to know.

I use my bags six weeks or more
before I throw them out’ the door
so, with any weaknesses I ...