Upcoming Colostomy: Tips for Before and After Surgery

hi everyone

I'm due to have my colostomy op on the 12th

I would like to try to find out  what to expect before and after my op

any tips or hints to make coping with life and it better

what is the reason for your op ?? the main thing i think early on, is to keep a positive attitude....you will have some problems, but you will get thru them like we all do. everyone here on this forum will be glad to help you.  lots of folks on here live healthy, happy, fulfilling lives with an ostomy....you can too. keep the faith...we are pulling for you. mmsh

Hi I have nerve damage in my lower back after an op I dont know I want a poo till it is coming out the fluid the bowel comes out the sphincters dont keep it in I get through 3 heavy duty tenna pads a day some times more tried irrigating did not work this is only option sick of changing pads

Hi Shrek74,

There are lots and lots of stories on this site that can give you an idea of what you might experience. Everyone is different and coping is the key. MMSH is right, attitude is everything and we will be here to support you the best we can. You can also find U-tube videos about the products that are available or just do a search. Most companies are great in sending out samples for us to try if requested. Prayer is something I believe in so I will say one for you.

Come back when your ready and let us know how you are making out.