The adjustment period with an ileostomy, colostomy or urostomy?

Let's start by telling you that the lives of newly ostomized people can change in the first period after surgery, especially if you have an ileostomy, and ostomy leaks could be a headache until you get used to the whole process.

For those who were not expecting such an operation, adaptation may be a little more difficult, but it is important to know that all people go through the same states, hardships, oppressive thoughts, and difficult moments at the beginning.

Once you find the strength to adapt to your stoma and your new lifestyle, which you will eventually see is not so different, it will be much easier to manage the whole situation.

A first step in the healing process is acceptance.

Accepting our body as it is and its needs. Such a major change certainly cannot be digested easily, but you must see the stoma as something beneficial.

In the end, a stoma is nothing more than a second chance at life.

Whether you have an ileostomy, colostomy, or urostomy, it is your key to life, unique moments with your loved ones, and should be viewed as a friend, not an enemy.

The second step is information .

You need to establish a medically sound routine, learn about the type of stoma you have, and preferably find a circle or group of people who have the same condition. This way it will be much easier to learn new information and share your experiences.

We highly recommend the Facebook group called Grup Suport in Stomatherapy. Here you will find a lot of patients with colostomy, ileostomy or urostomy, specialists, doctors and nurses, useful information and free discussions.

The third step consists of trust and courage.
After the adjustment period, you have confidence in your body and your own strength, but also the courage to return to the classic lifestyle you had before the surgery.
A stoma will not prevent you from doing the things you did before. Of course, you need to start all activities gradually and with more care, but once you get into the rhythm you will surely understand that life can be lived just as beautifully.

Don't limit yourself because of your stoma, live your life better than before because it's a new chance. Enjoy it, have courage and confidence. Try to get to know your stoma and your body like a friend, this way you will be able to go to the office, the gym, the beach, the pool, ski or wherever you want without having any problems.

Think optimistically and don't feel bad about your stoma. It is proof of the strength of your body and your desire to live life as beautifully as possible.