Constipation Issues After 4 Years with Ostomy - Need Advice

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Momoftwo
Mar 08, 2024 8:19 pm

I had an ostomy 4 years ago. Difficult but no problem until the last few days when I seem to be constipated. What should I take to get my plumbing working again?

DexieB
Mar 08, 2024 9:51 pm

My surgeon recommended Miralax to me. I had a colostomy. 😊

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aTraveler
Mar 08, 2024 11:25 pm

I would rather have more information than I need than not enough information. Considering that, you will obtain a lot of information from this site:

https://fascrs.org/patients/diseases-and-conditions/a-z/constipation-expanded-version

 

IGGIE
Mar 09, 2024 12:30 pm

I hope it's not a blockage. She the Dr. regards, IGGIE.

Morning glory
Mar 09, 2024 3:37 pm

I would try natural solutions first, like e.g., prune juice, coffee.

 

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AlexT
Mar 09, 2024 4:49 pm

Oatmeal raisin cookies in large quantities, the amount of output you get from it is impressive. 😁

Beachboy
Mar 09, 2024 5:31 pm
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Tasty, then impressive 😉

auburngrrl
Mar 11, 2024 5:06 am

My post-op team (colostomy 2 weeks ago) recommended Colace.