Hi guys, I've made this account to find out answers for my mom. She's new to this whole colostomy thing and, well, lately she hasn't been able to tolerate any food or drinks. She seems to vomit after everything. Is this normal? Or has anyone dealt with it before? We told her surgeon, but she just brushed it off, not giving us any help. The hospital made it seem like only her potassium was low! Please help, I'm worried for her.
sammyboo97
May 21, 2018 9:22 am
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May 21, 2018 9:41 am
I don't believe your mom should be having any trouble with eating and drinking due to the colostomy. I never did, and no, as far as I know, it is not normal. I think there's something else going on, and she needs to find out what it is. Try a different doctor! Don't give up until you find out what's happening. Good luck to you and your mom.
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May 21, 2018 11:44 am
Hi from Baltimore. I think she needs some pot to calm her down and get her mind off of her bag. Hope this helps Kemo.
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Mary Ann
May 21, 2018 4:41 pm
GERD can cause similar problems. I developed it a few years after my takedown. An upper GI endoscopy will determine that.
maddie50322
May 22, 2018 12:01 am
So the most likely cause of this is a post-operative ileus. Many times after any operation on the bowel, it has issues waking up. Unfortunately, the treatment is NPO, IV fluids, and wait it out.
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