Saturday, February 7, 2015

Things To Know About Stoma Before Having This Procedure Performed

By Karyn Shields


There are some surgeries and health conditions that make it necessary for doctors to reroute waste by creating special, surgical openings during treatment. These openings are referred to as stoma. People can have them for a short time or they can be permanent.

People can have one of three opening types created. These are urostomy, colostomy and ileostomy openings. You will receive a surgical incision and collection unit according to the manner in which your condition will affect your urinary and digestive health and functioning. The amount of time that your waste will need to be rerouted and whether or not this will be a permanent change will also play roles in determining which option your doctor will use.

Once this incision is complete, you will be fitted with innovative equipment for the collection and monitoring of waste. This typically comes in the form of a small, discreet pouch. Once the pouch is filled, an interior liner can be removed and replaced so that the waste can be discarded. These units are very efficient at containing liquids, solids and odors.

Your selection in clothing can also remain the same. Depending upon the size and positioning of the device, however, it may be necessary to look for clothes that are more flexible at the waist. This will ensure optimal levels of comfort and convenience.

Your new incision is going to look quite a bit like the pinkish tissues that line your mouth. It could be red and sore as these are common developments after surgery. Excessive pain and swelling or signs of a fever, however, will indicate infection which requires you to consult with your doctor in a timely fashion.

Before having their surgeries, people often have a number of questions that they want to ask about their ability to live normally with these devices. A lot of people are worried that their bags will emit unpleasant and noticeable smells. You should know that the designers who manufacture these goods have created them with the ability to minimize odors.

Once these incisions are complete and the bag is installed, there is usually no good reason for making major alterations to your diet. It is not necessary to remove any special foods from your typical meal plan due to this change. You may, however, be required by your doctor to make changes to your diet if these are a necessary part of a treatment plan for an existing ailment.

Exercising is also possible after these procedures. You will need to pursue physical activities after having received clearance from your doctor. Given that the collection units are air and watertight, it will still be possible for you to swim. Walking, running, cycling and other activities are things that you can still engage in.

Those who are recovering from these surgeries should attempt to take it slow rather than trying to throw themselves headlong into a range of challenging activities. It is important to gradually build up endurance and strength. By pacing yourself, you will find that you are soon able to engage in many of the recreational and sports activities that you once enjoyed, with minimal interference from your device.




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