Hi, I had my transverse colostomy surgery 3 weeks ago following complications and sepsis from an initial bowel resection for a cancer diagnosis. I've noticed that my stoma is retracted as the skin around it has dipped instead of remaining curved like the other side of my abdomen. I find it more difficult to position my bag correctly because of this (I use a Salts convex) and wondered if anyone had tips. I also wondered about the low-fiber bland diet. I am a vegan used to a high-fiber diet, full of pulses and greens, and I'm worried about lack of nutrients on the low-fiber diet. I'll be having chemo once I've recovered from the 2 surgeries and want to be as strong as possible.
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If you've had a colostomy or ileostomy, you may experience some common food-related issues.
The good news is that you can avoid them with some small changes in your diet.
The good news is that you can avoid them with some small changes in your diet.