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Post by carmen on Jan 16, 2004 6:23:34 GMT -5
I am set for a permanent colostomy on the 23rd. Any advice?
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Post by Kathy_from_England on Jan 17, 2004 17:21:58 GMT -5
Hi and welcome, Carmen!
If you haven't done so already, I suggest you read Jason's Lifestyle Guide to having a colostomy, which can be found here:
www.ostomy.fsnet.co.uk/guide.html
One of the most important pieces of advice is to make sure the stoma is placed below your waist (avoid it being above if at all possible.) Your nurse should mark you before your op, and discuss with you a comfortable place.
Good luck with your operation, and please ask any questions you want.
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Post by Jason_D on Jan 30, 2004 10:32:26 GMT -5
Hi Carmen, By now you'll have had your Op. Hope all went well for you. Buh bye now, Jason D (29 UK) webmaster and colostomist. www.osotmy. fsnet.co.uk |
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