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Hello I had nerve sparing Cystectomy and Ileostomy 6 years ago. I had damaged nerves from a botched surgery in my bladder. In 2018 I had a cystectomy so for 6 years I was living the good life. Up un ... Show more
I got reversed Wednesday the 10th. The surgical sites are doing well. However the anus and hemorrhoids are raging and excessively painful. I know it’s relearning to hold the poop but it hurts to sta ... Show more
Can't find one near me, having skin issues. Before it happened I used to put ring flange and tegaderm so when I take a shower the flange wouldn't get wet and just come off. Now the tape doesn't stay ... Show more
Hi, just trying different rings since we can’t find a good one for my daughter’s ostomy. We have tried the regulars and seem to have found the best one so far is the coloplasts skin barrier rings, bu ... Show more
to those that pray or believe in that sort of thing, please pray for my friend caroline. last week, (monday), she rang me to say she didn't feel well and had a headache- but not to worry beca ... Show more
We are excited to announce that the new Inspire Android app is available and ready for download. Now, Android users can connect with other patients and caregivers from our convenient, easy-to-use app ... Show more
try using Edgepark for supplies..they verify via phone every 3 months..have good products
My skin around my bag is very irritated. I am using the powder is there anything else I can use to help the stinging
So just for fun, here's me doing some watercolor of a palm tree and flip flops!
Hi everyone, My brother had his surgery in the past year and is struggling to find trouser options for that can sit above his stoma for men. As part of my final year univeristy assignment we have t ... Show more