Thank you so much, Aaron and Greg! I think I’m going to do it. I’m waiting right now to see if my insurance will pre-approve the procedure. I’m nervous but also excited to not have to keep such a strict schedule. I very much appreciate your tips and tricks!
Michelle On Wed, Feb 27, 2019 at 11:56 AM Aaron Mann <[email protected]> wrote: > Quad of 29 years, I've had my colostomy for 5 years now. Wish I'd done it > sooner. > Upsides: > No hour(s) long bowel program > Simple bag change in minutes anywhere, when needed > No issues getting stool in any skin abrasions on bottom (causes major > issues) > Greatly reduced chance "accidents" requiring a complete change of clothing > and shower > It's reversible if you really don't like the life of having a colostomy > > Downsides: > "Farts' are louder because it's out of your belly rather than being > "muffled" under your rear > Needing to "vent" air from the bag (can be difficult depending on your > functional abilities) > Dealing with the "colostomy bulge" in between bag replacements ( I wear > loose clothing to help hide) > "Blowouts" can be messy (I've found the right amount of fiber to add to my > diet to keep consistency "just right") > > > I've got a few tips and tricks to share if you go with the colostomy route. > > > Aaron Mann > > > On Wed, Jan 23, 2019 at 7:40 PM Michelle Kephart < > [email protected]> wrote: > >> Hi everyone, >> >> I’m usually pretty quiet on this list, but I’m looking for a wide variety >> of input about colostomies and I hope you all can help me. I’m wondering if >> it’s the right option for me. Does anyone on here have a colostomy? If so, >> what do you think about it? If you previously did a bowel program, which >> would you prefer (a bowel program or a colostomy)? >> >> Thanks for your input! >> >> Michelle >> >>
