Q. How many times a day would the bag need emptying? A. I usually change my bag every day.
Q. What complications can arise with a colostomy, eg skincare etc? A. Providing you take care of your skin, clean around the stoma area carefully, you should not experience skin problems. You can always use a barrier cream before sticking the bag on.
Q. If I had an overfull bowl now I might get AD would the bag allow me to empty more regular & remove the chances of AD? A. I occasionally get AD, even though I've had a colostomy. It used to be a lot worse, but then I'm prone to frequent bouts of AD.
Q. If I had a build up of gas how does it escape? A. Use bags that open at the bottom. Just unfold the bottom and squeeze the air out, then fold the bottom back up again.
Q. Is there any restrictions on foods or drinks? A. I wasn't allowed to eat for five days after my colostomy operation. It didn't bother me.
Q. Can a Colostomy cause AD with any complications? ANSWER ABOVE
They should have sent you the instructions about food limitations already, Ted. I am having my first and only in 2 days. There are restrictions beginning 5 days prior, then no food and only clear, light colored liquids the day before. I do not use a bag but my bowel control is minimal. I expect to be miserable for 24 hours. Call your doc's office about the instructions. they should also offer guidance on the other questions although your peers here will know more. Expect to empty the bag often. I also anticipate significant skin irritation to the anus. No wonder they use anesthetic! I will let you know come Saturday how it went.
I think you had a colonoscopy. Colostomy is very different.
They should have sent you the instructions about food limitations already, Ted. I am having my first and only in 2 days. There are restrictions beginning 5 days prior, then no food and only clear, light colored liquids the day before. I do not use a bag but my bowel control is minimal. I expect to be miserable for 24 hours. Call your doc's office about the instructions. they should also offer guidance on the other questions although your peers here will know more. Expect to empty the bag often. I also anticipate significant skin irritation to the anus. No wonder they use anesthetic! I will let you know come Saturday how it went.
I think you had a colonoscopy. Colostomy is very different.
Goodness! Such profound failure to read carefully. Thanks for pointing this out.