I am 2 weeks post-surgery with a temporary colostomy. The first 2 weeks, bowel movements were not very firm and required bag 'dumps' 2 to 3 times a day. All of a sudden, it slowed down to 1 a day. Is this normal? I am not experiencing any pain or discomfort. Could it be a change in diet? I'm not really sure what is best. The doctor says to follow a normal diet.
temp ostomy
Jan 28, 2020 6:01 pm
Past Member
Jan 28, 2020 6:23 pm
Hi there Temp Ostomy, did the doctor say anything about taking Miralax? Or any instructions? I do know that the bowels after surgery take a while before they start working again. Just follow the doctor's instructions.
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temp ostomy
Jan 28, 2020 6:29 pm
I don't recall any info on Miralax. I have a call into the doctor now, just hate bothering him if normal. I guess if I was experiencing pain I would be more urgent in knowing - movement has not stopped, just slowed.
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Past Member
Jan 28, 2020 6:49 pm
Hi, Temp Ostomy. There are no dumb questions when you're dealing with your health post-surgery.
Puppyluv56
Jan 29, 2020 12:02 am
I have always been told that your bowels should get back to how they were prior to surgery. If it was solid before, it should be solid afterward. I am not sure that is for everyone. Your doctor or ostomy care nurse can give you better info. Never hesitate to ask them questions! You could solve some issues prior to them becoming serious!
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weewee
Jan 29, 2020 9:36 am
Hello, just take your time to introduce foods slowly to see how you react to them. Mainly, if you're passing poop or gas, you're doing good. It's when it stops working, don't waste time. You don't want to cause infections. They suck.