I have a permanent ileostomy. And I have a rectal stump. My placement was January 18, 2021. At first, I had horrid rectal discharge, then it stopped. And for months, I felt like I needed to "go," and of course, it was phantom. Today, I was totally impacted in my rectum, like giving birth along with blood clots. I would say this is normal if impacted. Would you say that it is? I am still bleeding but not profusely. Any advice?
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