Devon and Somerset IA

we are here to support people whose colon has been or is about to be removed by surgical procedure or who has an ileostomy or internal pouch.

[Devon and Somerset IA @devon_ia]

@Coloplast_UK The joy of knowing that i have a third chance at life thanks to my stoma (barry). Awareness and educating people about bowel issues is the way forward. Hidden to much.

[Devon and Somerset IA @devon_ia]

@iasupport I believe that there should be pre ostomie meeting (Q&A) with patients with someone that already has an ostomie. Possibly a demo of changing bags etc. I would really love to look into this and make it happen. As it's a shock and will help so much with helping to deal with it.

[Devon and Somerset IA @devon_ia]

@iasupport I didn't get told I woke up with one.

[Devon and Somerset IA @devon_ia]

@littlemissileo Because you are made of sterner stuff. Onwards and upwards

[Devon and Somerset IA @devon_ia]

This ileostomy melarky aint great in this weather hey! So many different things going on! #Ileostomy #stomaissues #stomaawareness

[Devon and Somerset IA @devon_ia]

We are back up and running now I've sorted some issues,

Have a positive day.

#Stoma #ileostomy #stomaissues #stomaawareness

[Devon and Somerset IA @devon_ia]

one year ago today I was rushed into hospital with a perforated bowel which was amongst other things removed. Yeah it has changed my life there is no doughting that but not me as a person if anything it has made me stronger and value things that I would have taken for granted.

[Devon and Somerset IA @devon_ia]

A little leaflet drop into the hospital today, spreading the word #ostomy #stoma #stomaawareness #ileostomy

[Devon and Somerset IA @devon_ia]

It's happening,

https://t.co/INM2MHOVhU

[shane and his Stoma Bag @StomaThe]

So some good news I have one local health connection group who wants to meet and talk about setting up meeting groups for people with ostomies. #stoma #ileostomy #ostomy #stomaawareness

[Devon and Somerset IA @devon_ia]

@MissOstomate I know exactly how you feel just keep it going. Chin up shoulder back and chest out. 😊

[Devon and Somerset IA @devon_ia]

Been really struggling the last few days or so, drained of energy and enthusiasm. It tries to drag you to that dark zone where you don't need to be. My moto now is I rule my stoma it doesn't rule me!!!!!

[Devon and Somerset IA @devon_ia]

@Stomawise is there any chance of letting me know of any waterproof products you may have to cover ileostomy pouches etc whilst showering, ive been using a bag but people are asking me how I do it, I've been told you may have some products for this. Thankyou.

[Devon and Somerset IA @devon_ia]

Today I'm trying out esteem synergy durahesive mouldable convex by #convatec and a sensura mini bag by #coloplast, the base plate has a built in mouldable ring that you ply back and then shrinks back around your #stoma once the plate is stuck down. It looks great and feels good.

[Devon and Somerset IA @devon_ia]

@MissOstomate Shhh I can't believe you support them 🤔

[Devon and Somerset IA @devon_ia]

@MissOstomate You forgot the words or couldn't keep up!!! Lol

[Devon and Somerset IA @devon_ia]

On hols in Newquay hopefully it will be warmer and drier tomorrow 😁 #stoma #stomaawareness #ileostomy #colostomy #stomalife #stomaissues

[Devon and Somerset IA @devon_ia]

@PeterboroughIA Thankyou, awareness is key to success and giving people the knowledge and understanding.

[Birmingham IA @BirminghamIa]

Want to contribute to research? https://t.co/ZbSBOKG7Sa

[Devon and Somerset IA @devon_ia]

https://t.co/5C8kG14Io4

[Devon and Somerset IA @devon_ia]

Hi we are now up and running on Twitter. #stoma #stomaawareness #ileostomy