Question 1

ihave a hematoma from a ostomy reversal how can i help it resolve?

Accepted Answer

Eating well and walk: Your ostomy takedown was probably either from previous trauma or for a cancer operation.  Either way the best way to help the hematoma resolve is to help the healing process.  Eating healthy and exercise are the best habits for your body.  Eat good protein and enough fiber. Stay hydrated so you don't have hard stool.  Walk a little more each day but don't over do it.

Question 2

i have an ostomy as well as hernias and neurofibromatosis/no sense ganglia in colon.  is reversal a good idea for me?

Accepted Answer

Need the ganglia: In order the colon to evacuate stool need the ganglia ( nerves )  reversal will not help with out removal of the entire diseased colon , like hirsprung's disease , then you can have reversal and repair of hernia, need more info   on  nf  & hernia ( ? Paracolostomy hernia ).

Question 3

ostomy stoma turning pale/white very often. pain at times and nausea. stays white for hours. what could be the cause of this? my mds dont know.

Accepted Answer

Here are some ...: Tissue turning pale / whitish off and on suggests a changing local impairing microscopic circulation, which may be related with temperature, positioning, bowel hyper-peristalsis / spam, local autonomic reflection, etc.leading to local tissue "bleaching" effect. Nonetheless, nothing can be done with such but learning to cope with it as long as...

Question 4

how do you care for ostomy?

Accepted Answer

Ostomy nurse: An ostomy nurse can suggest the best appliance for your ostomy type and location as well as troubleshoot leaks and skin breakdown.  Benzoin or zinc oxide are good choices for leaks or skin breakdown, respectively.  Ostomy paste can help "flatten" any uneven areas that prevent wafer from forming adequate seal.

Question 5

who makes the best ostomy pouch?

Accepted Answer

Ostomy supplies: There are several manufacturers of ostomy supplies. The label "best" is individual for your ostomy. Sometimes you will need to try several types and brands before you find best. Home nurses, insurance contracting and durable medical supplier provide the different ostomy supply choices.

Question 6

would you date someone with an ostomy?

Accepted Answer

Why not?: You may need one at some point yourself.

Question 7

what's the most used ostomy supply used?

Accepted Answer

Stoma bags : Stoma bags and adhesives and cleaning supplies are commonly needed if you have a stoma.

Question 8

how common is it for someone to need an ostomy?

Accepted Answer

Not uncommon: It isn't terribly uncommon, as used with a variety of bowel illnesses/injuries. It is frequently and interval solution during healing or other treatments until it is possible to rejoin the bowel. On most cases it is temporary, but in certain cases it can be long term or permanent.

Question 9

i have an ostomy bag and i have to empty it every 20 mins or so?

Accepted Answer

Here are some...: Is your ostomy for urine or stool collection? How long have you had it? Either one needs to be cared based on many other factors such as device variety, function of urinary or gastrointestinal tract and stomal anatomy. So, ask your surgeon who may refer you to ostomy therapy for evaluation and modification in junction with the surgeon timely in a right / better way. All the best....

Question 10

is there anything you could put in an ostomy bag to reduce odor?

Accepted Answer

Several: First off get a list of foods tthat cause increased odors from your et nurse. These include onions and the like. There are commercial products that you can place in the pouch to diminish or cover up the odor. Check with your ostomy appliance supplier for availability.

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I have an ostomy as well as hernias and neurofibromatosis/no sense ganglia in colon. is reversal a good idea for me?

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Ostomy stoma turning pale/white very often. pain at times and nausea. stays white for hours. what could be the cause of this? my mds dont know.

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How do you care for ostomy?

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Who makes the best ostomy pouch?

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I have an ostomy bag and i have to empty it every 20 mins or so?

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Is there anything you could put in an ostomy bag to reduce odor?

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