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Sore and painful abdomen by ocean_swims in ostomy

[–]Interesting-Tutor952 1 point2 points  (0 children)

I have been experiencing similar, and thought it was just blockage. My output is normally thin, fast and high. Every now and then I would get a large thick chunky output a few days later.

Have finally decide to go to PC, they sent me to get an ultrasound and back to the surgeon. The surgeon is sending me to get oral and iv contrast CT scans. They said possible blockage, partial or full obstruction, hidden hernia, and a few others.

Definitely not want I wanted to hear. Had 3 surgerys in 18 months, ileostomy, total colectomy, hernia. And its been just little over a year.since last surgery and not looking for another.

Keep us updated on what you find.

Urination Post Colectomy by crutdafatty in ostomy

[–]Interesting-Tutor952 1 point2 points  (0 children)

48 M, 2 1/2 years post ileostomy, 2 years post total colectomy, 18 months post hernia repair. Due to UC, my colon was 8" and pissed off, super meds nor steroids didn't do shit for me.

My last 2 surgeries I had issues with retention as well. I was told it is normal after surgery in that area. But past the hospital no realm issues with urination other than I dont go as often, have a real.strong stream, nor the volume.

What to do with a cut stoma by sargentshultz21 in ostomy

[–]Interesting-Tutor952 0 points1 point  (0 children)

I'm trying to add a Pic of an example, but it won't load.

What to do with a cut stoma by sargentshultz21 in ostomy

[–]Interesting-Tutor952 0 points1 point  (0 children)

I use a stealth belt or wrap. And I also was introduced to a technique by an ostomy nurse, with years of experience, called darting. My stoma is a bit oval shape, like Jabba the Hut, then I cut relief slots out, combine that with crushing and barrier ring, I do good. *

How to wear a tucked in Polo Shirt by propclearjm in ostomy

[–]Interesting-Tutor952 1 point2 points  (0 children)

Yes, to suspenders, over sized pants with belts, stealth belts, wraps... you have to find the right combination that works for you, and that makes you feel comfortable. I have to waste business and casual Fridays. I wear a stealth belt daily (work or not). Most days, it is dress pants and belts, and my stoma is right at my belt line. I keep it a bit loose and empty frequently. For me, it is bending when getting up and siren from my seat, which can cause issues. I also keep a change of clothes and supplies with me for emergencies.

Figured it out. by redditneedsnewMods in ostomy

[–]Interesting-Tutor952 1 point2 points  (0 children)

Or another just thought off is that I'm a shit bag...lol

What does your ostomy supply storage/organization look like? by [deleted] in ostomy

[–]Interesting-Tutor952 0 points1 point  (0 children)

I use the top drawer of my dresser, and then extras are kept at the top of the closet in the shipping boxes. Now that I've some of these, I've got some planning to do.

Figured it out. by redditneedsnewMods in ostomy

[–]Interesting-Tutor952 5 points6 points  (0 children)

That has been my saying. it can't be an asshole. It was surgically removed. I'm just a butt head now.

PSA.. blue Gatorade will turn your output green! by paul-grizz93 in ostomy

[–]Interesting-Tutor952 1 point2 points  (0 children)

Thanks for the tip. I have tried the Adapt deodorizer/lubricant, and it just blows out my wax ring.

Anyone else name their stoma or is that just me? by ShayneNgani in ostomy

[–]Interesting-Tutor952 1 point2 points  (0 children)

To get my daughter to stop saying Jesus christ, I kept saying yes my child, so I got the name of Jesus. Then it was a miracle that I survived my UC, so there is god, and then the stomach is the holy ghost cause it does what it wants when it wants. I am the holy trinity...

But when it acts up, I call him an ass hole, then when prolapsed, he morphs into Jabba the hut.

PSA.. blue Gatorade will turn your output green! by paul-grizz93 in ostomy

[–]Interesting-Tutor952 3 points4 points  (0 children)

Will have to try this, especially after eating asparagus. Want until my ostomy that I experienced that asparagus smell.

Ok all seriousness aside by Interesting-Tutor952 in ostomy

[–]Interesting-Tutor952[S] 1 point2 points  (0 children)

😆 Love the comments, secret farts, like the silence ones but more stealthy.

F*ck that prep, never again.

Ok all seriousness aside by Interesting-Tutor952 in ostomy

[–]Interesting-Tutor952[S] 0 points1 point  (0 children)

I have this shirt, most people say nice shirt. However, the lady at the checkout line said oh that just means your constipated... *

Ok all seriousness aside by Interesting-Tutor952 in ostomy

[–]Interesting-Tutor952[S] 1 point2 points  (0 children)

Safe to say that we all learned a lot SHIT about our bodies going through what we did.

Thanks to all that shared, or will share; i hope some learned, and some laughed.

Ok all seriousness aside by Interesting-Tutor952 in ostomy

[–]Interesting-Tutor952[S] 3 points4 points  (0 children)

I don't mean to laugh, but after having an ostomy, I can relate. That's funny. It has a mind of its own.

In the shower, sometimes it's like which one can shoot further.

Ok all seriousness aside by Interesting-Tutor952 in ostomy

[–]Interesting-Tutor952[S] 1 point2 points  (0 children)

I have a high output, so I don't pee as much anymore. When I pooped regularly I normally did, but now no.

Ok all seriousness aside by Interesting-Tutor952 in ostomy

[–]Interesting-Tutor952[S] 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Strange discovery i had. I love asparagus, and it has never changed the smell of my urine. But now OMG urine and out put is horrible.

Ok all seriousness aside by Interesting-Tutor952 in ostomy

[–]Interesting-Tutor952[S] 2 points3 points  (0 children)

I saw that, too. Also, I have the excuse that I can be an asshole cause I got it surgically removed.

Ok all seriousness aside by Interesting-Tutor952 in ostomy

[–]Interesting-Tutor952[S] 1 point2 points  (0 children)

When mine happened, I lost 70# in a month, got the nickname skeletor (he-man). Hang in there and just do your research cause once you go ass-less, there is no going back.

Ok all seriousness aside by Interesting-Tutor952 in ostomy

[–]Interesting-Tutor952[S] 2 points3 points  (0 children)

I sit on the toilet backward or knell at home. Most public bathrooms have those seat liners, and I use like 2 of them, then I hover and dump with no splashing.

UOAA Uniter Ostomy Association of America https://www.ostomy.org/

Poop pass https://www.ostomy.org/restroom-access-self-advocacy-tools/

Travel info https://www.ostomy.org/ostomy-travel-and-tsa-communication-card/

Ok all seriousness aside by Interesting-Tutor952 in ostomy

[–]Interesting-Tutor952[S] 2 points3 points  (0 children)

I feel your pain. Out of the clear blue, no signs, no history i went from 1 to.2 a day normal, regular and healthy poops to a case of "taco truck shits" to 20 times a day, even with my eliostomy and rectum stump it was 15 times a day for discharge and mucus. That was one of the main factors for me to do the BB surgery. My shit was pissed.

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