I am new to the land of ostomy and I feel the ostomy nurses don't share as much as I can read on here. So I have a few questions...
Do I need to support the bag? i.e. Do I need to wear a belt or is it okay to let the bag hang freely? My stoma is situated such that I can wear my regular undergarments, however, I notice that there are garments which hold the bag. Is this necessary?
Does the stoma have to be protected? I was only told that excessive rubbing would not be good.
I was given a pamphlet on foods which produce gas, foods to avoid, etc. But the nurses said to try anything. I am a bit scared to get a blockage and a bit scared that I will not get a balanced diet. So far I am doing okay but I have asked for a referral to a dietician. How do you try anything but save yourself from a blockage?
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