HOME FROM HOSPITAL

Hi Mark,I’m glad you are back home now.I’m sure you will get used to Sidney quickly.I think it’s easier to manage a stoma at home than in hospital.You will grow in confidence with practice and there are options if you find the stoma bags don’t suit.Your stoma will change shape so make sure you measure it  often.I used the plastic bit that you pull off the back of the bag as a guide to cut the bag hole the correct size.You will get leaks if you don’t keep an eye on the stoma size.Once your stoma has settled to its regular size you can order pre cut bags if you prefer.Rest when you need to as your body does need it to fully recover.Eating little but often is best.It’s common not to feel hungry to begin with.Bowels can be a bit erratic.Take it easy but try to walk a little each day building up your walking distance gradually.Love and best wishes Jane x

Thanks Jane

I got a template home with me with different sizes for stoma which I cam use to check the size. I have a couple of stoma nurses coming out to see me and keep an eye on it.

It feels so strange having it there but I'll get used to it there's no other choice lol.

I think I've been pretty lucky. My bowels moved the day after surgery and I was walking about the ward everyday.  I had no trouble putting down the hospital food. Fingers crossed it all continues in this vain.

Best wishes Jane 

Mark

It sounds like you are progressing very well Mark.That is good to hear xx

Good luck with Sidney, you've just reminded me, I named mine Cherry (looked like half a cherry tomato). My tip is to walk as much as you can, everything shakes down quickly if you do and it gives you a sense of achievement too!

All the best,

Latestart

Thanks latestart 

Yes I was out for a short walk earlier. I'll build it up over the coming weeks it'll just take time.

Yes they do look like cherry tomatoes lol

Best wishes latestart 

Mark 

The nurses are really helpful. and when you get your deliveries set up, depending on which bags you use, the boxes they come in may have a series of gauges on the flaps. Mine do anyway - Welland.

Hi Mark,

Glad to hear you're home and doing well.

Hope you are fully recovered soonest.

Take care.

Trevor 

Thanks Trevor that's very kind

Hi Mark,

All the best with your recovery  any questions DM.

Leo