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Jerry Exner: A Journey of Resilience Through Colon Cancer

In “A Journey of Resiliance Through Colon Cancer,” Jerry Exner shares his battle with cancer, highlighting the power of resilience and community support. From diagnosis to challenges, Exner’s story shows strength in facing life’s trials. His experiences with the Calgary Ostomy Society emphasize the value of supportive communities. Featured in the society’s “Changing Times” Newsletter, this story offers hope to those in their own storms.

March 11, 2024 No Comments

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Understanding Mucus Discharge Post-Colostomy Surgery

Question: Concerns About Rectal Mucus Discharge After Colostomy Dear Support Staff, I am a 70-year-old retired registered nurse who underwent a Hartman procedure for a

April 22, 2023 No Comments

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Arranging Colostomy Care for a Visitor in Brampton, Ontario

Question: Seeking Colostomy Care for Visiting Mother in Brampton, ON My mother, who requires assistance with changing her colostomy pouch every 5 days, will be

February 19, 2023 No Comments

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Addressing Challenges with Colostomy Management

Question: Coping with Severe Colostomy Complications I recently received a call from an individual who has been facing severe complications with his colostomy, which was

November 23, 2021 No Comments

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Managing Stoma Prolapse Post-Colostomy Surgery

Question: Concerns About Stoma Protrusion After Colostomy and Repair Surgeries I underwent colostomy surgery in December 2020 and had a follow-up surgery in August 2021

November 23, 2021 No Comments

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Effective Pain Management for Ostomy Patients

Question: Seeking Advice on Pain Medication for Ostomy Patients One of our patients has expressed concerns about pain medication not dissolving effectively, leading to almost

August 15, 2021 No Comments

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Addressing Minor Issues After Colostomy Surgery

Question: Seeking Advice for Post-Colostomy Surgery Concerns I had permanent colostomy surgery in May this year and have been doing well, except for a few

September 19, 2019 No Comments

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Addressing Digestive Changes and Diarrhea in Long-Term Ostomy Management

Question: Navigating Digestive Challenges with a Long-Standing Colostomy I am a 70-year-old woman with a colostomy due to rectal cancer that I had in my

September 16, 2019 No Comments

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Understanding Post-Ostomy Surgery Discharge Possibilities

Question: Concerns about Rectal Discharge After Permanent Ostomy Surgery I have undergone a permanent ostomy surgery where my anus and rectum were removed. I’ve heard

July 26, 2019 No Comments

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