Posts by Michelyn Caldwell
Diet And Exercise With A Stoma
Being diagnosed with an ostomy can be shocking and leave you feeling quite vulnerable, especially concerning diet and exercise. There are two main ways you can approach diet and exercise with your stoma, and the right one will depend on your lifestyle and preferences and what works best for your body. Diet and your stoma…
Read MoreFreya’s Story
I began having symptoms when I was in my last year of High School, but over the summer felt a lot better. However, when I began college, I was feeling worse than ever. Numerous trips to the bathroom during classes was playing havoc with my studies. I had a trip planned during intersession with friends…
Read MoreYour Emotions After Ostomy Surgery: What to Expect
After surgery, many ostomy patients feel that their body image has been damaged in some way. This can sometimes lead to the development of negative emotions about the body and damage self-esteem. In this article, we’ll discuss some strategies for managing those negative emotions. Dealing With Emotions After Stoma Surgery It’s common to feel a…
Read MoreLeeAnne’s Story
At the age of 40, I stepped away from a successful corporate sales career to build an online social selling business. This business turned into a 7 figure income after years of hard work and dedication. During this time, I survived a very rare form of cancer which left me in a colostomy for life.…
Read MoreTaking an Airplane with an Ostomy: What To Expect And How To Prepare
For people with an ostomy, life doesn’t come to a grinding halt just because they’re planning a vacation. Fortunately, many tips and tricks can make traveling with an ostomy much easier. Check out these tips so you can start planning your next trip. Preparation If you have an ostomy, traveling can seem like a daunting…
Read MoreLakecia’s Story
I was diagnosed with anal cancer on 2/17/2021. I went through chemotherapy and weeks of radiation. At the time, It was the hardest thing I had ever been through. After weeks of treatment, the tumor was still there, so I had to have surgery to remove the cancer. On 1/27/22 I had Abdominal Perineal Resection…
Read MoreDehydration and GI Problems: Will You At Be Risk?
Are you thirsty right now? You could be after reading this article till the end. So, get yourself a glass of water and start reading. This article will guide you through everything you need to know about dehydration and why it is so important to recognize the symptoms of dehydration if you have a…
Read MoreDennis W.’s Story
I was 76 and taking care of my dear wife who was suffering with onset of Alzheimer’s. We’d been married since 1960 and always active. My lack of adequate sleep for the past year had destroyed my immune system which resulted in bowel cancer and Ostomy surgery. To do what I could do to extend…
Read MoreGuide to Swimming with an Ostomy Bag
Swimming is one of those things that many of us love. However, having a stoma bag can hinder your passion. But, it does not need to be this way. Swimming is a great form of exercise. It is low-impact and helps improve your health. Besides, you can swim all your life no matter whether you…
Read MoreRichard’s Story
I came home from work one evening and had a bacon roll for my tea. During the evening I started to feel sick & unwell, which I put down to a bad batch of bacon. I then made my way up to the toilet for obvious reasons. From there I went steadily downhill & my…
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