My husband, 66, became an ostomate in 2010 as a result of colorectal cancer. He has been cancer-free since that time. He is also a Type II diabetic and was placed on Rybelsus 6 months ago. His A1C has turned to <7, so it is successful; however, he is battling ongoing constipation. He has been on a regimen of stool softeners that has kept his ostomy easy to maintain until he started taking Rybelsus. I've increased the daily amount of Miralax and Dulcolax, but the constipation continues to be a problem. The doctor who prescribed the Rybelsus recently retired and moved. He doesn't meet with his new primary doctor until mid-September. Does anyone have insight on how to better manage or alternatives to use to relieve the constipation issue?
nancy.i.schulte
Aug 23, 2023 4:57 pm
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AlexT
Aug 24, 2023 3:39 pm
Oatmeal raisin cookies in bulk will make things flow. 😁 Definitely pump fluids in as much as possible. I can tell just by my output when I need to add more fluids.
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IGGIE
Aug 27, 2023 4:23 pm
Nancy, your doctor who gave the meds retired, and he can't see another doctor until the middle of September. If you read my other remarks on this site, I would suggest you pack up and leave America. The lack of medical assistance you guys have is third-world and needs fixing. Regards, IGGIE
nancy.i.schulte
Oct 16, 2023 12:53 pm
We met with his new doctor, who adjusted meds and gave a tip to add eating kiwi—and it worked! Thanks for the support.
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