Ileostomy Surgey
- Because the ileum contains digestive enzymes and acids that may cause skin irritation, extra care is needed for an ileostomy to keep waste materials from coming into contact with the skin on your abdomen.1
- Drink plenty of water and fluids - at least six to eight cups (1.4 - 1.9 litres) per day. Having an ileostomy may make you more prone to dehydration, which could lead to the loss of important minerals your body needs.2
Products for Living with an Ileostomy
Diamonds™ Gelling Sachets with ActiveOne™ Odour Control solidify liquid contents and reduce or eliminate excess gas, enabling the user to achieve a flatter, more discreet pouch. Not only does this result in greater comfort, but users often find that Diamonds™ sachets help prevent leakage and sleep disruptions caused by the need to drain or release gas. For ileostomy or liquid stool output, not indicated for urostomy (urine). Each jar includes 100 sachets. Sachets are not to be opened; they are to be placed directly into the opening of an empty stoma pouch. For full details, please read the Instruction for use insert.
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Before Surgery
Here you can learn about stoma surgery and prepare you with helpful questions to ask your doctor or nurse.
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Preparing for Stoma Surgery
Stoma surgery can be scary, but you’re in good company. We can help you get ready—physically and mentally.
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Colostomy Surgery
A colostomy is created out of the end of the large intestine to divert waste from your digestive system.
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Ileostomy Surgery
An ileostomy is created out of the ileum (small intestine) and requires some particular but simple attention to keep you comfortable and healthy.
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Urostomy Surgery
A urostomy is a type of surgery which enables urine to exit the body through a stoma after removal of a diseased or damaged portion of your urinary tract.
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How is a stoma surgically created
All stomas are not created equal. They vary in size, shape, location and construction.
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At Your Pre-Surgery Visit
Like most people who are preparing for stoma surgery, you may be wondering what to expect.
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In the hospital
Stoma placement may also be discussed in your pre-surgery visit. If your surgeon does not discuss stoma placement with you, we encourage you to ask about it before surgery.
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Immediate Weeks Following Surgery
When you are in the hospital, you will be taught how to care for your stoma.
Read more1. What is an ostomy? page. United Ostomy Associations of America Web site. http://www.uoaa.org. Accessed December 10, 2015.
2. Evangelos M, M.D., Ph.D. • Rishabh S, M.B., B.Ch. • Susan D, B.A. Walter A. K, M.D. • David S, M.D. • Kevin McK, M.D. Lisa S. P, M.D. Readmission for Dehydration or Renal Failure After Ileostomy Creation. Diseases of the Colon & Rectum. 2013; v:56; i:8; p:974-979