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06/08/2012 05:14 PM

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porknang

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Any tips on swimming with an ostomy?I had a not so good expierence today at the local swimming pool.THANK GOD nothing happened while in the water :/

06/10/2012 05:22 AM Top

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Angie I'd like to know some tips myself. The chlorine must loosen the wafer some? I know I am always paranoid swimming with mine. We are heading to the beach on the 26th and I am wondering how to handle all the swimming that will come with that trip. Maybe some duct tape???? No one gets how paranoid I become in the water in this house for some reason...lols

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06/11/2012 06:39 AM Top

porknang

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Medicare paid for some "waterproof" tape called Hy tape.It is suppose to be water proof.It is waterproof, for about 10-15 minutes.I am scared to stay in the water any longer than that!

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