This may be a dumb question, but I haven't gotten the chance to have a proper sit-down with my doctors yet. Yesterday, I was diagnosed with diabetes, and I was wondering if it affects your stoma or output at all. All my family and friends that have diabetes are telling me the medication affects their stomach and causes them to poop more than usual, but none of them have an ostomy bag. So, I'm thinking it may cause more output for me? If any diabetic ostomates can answer my question, that would be great.
tnshaye
Feb 13, 2024 3:20 pm
darrenc26
Feb 13, 2024 5:12 pm
Hey,
I'm Darren Clark
from
Cheshire, England. I have had an ileostomy and diabetes for over twenty years. Output is fine, just need to lay off sugary snacks and fizzy drinks, same for stomas really. Hope this helps, any more help just ask!
Darren
MeetAnOstoMate is a remarkable community of 41,405 members.
“I mostly read and still feel like I belong.”
“Doctors took notes; they want others to find this website.”
“From midnight blowouts to big wins, there’s always a hand to hold.”
Posted by: freedancer
I just wanted to take the time to wish everyone a good holiday. I especially would like to thank this website and the folks that run it and keep it going. This site has been a life saver for me and I am so thankful I found it. I hope everyone has a great Christmas and Hanukka and if you don't claim either holiday, I hope you have a nice day. See you all next year!
AlexT
Feb 13, 2024 10:40 pm
Depending on what level of diabetes you have, a lot of it can be controlled with what/when you eat, exercise, and lifestyle.
Advertisement
Hollister
Living with an ostomy doesn’t mean you have to live with stoma fluid leakage or skin irritation.
Learn how convex skin barriers work and what benefits they offer.
Learn how convex skin barriers work and what benefits they offer.
infinitycastle52777
Feb 15, 2024 12:56 am
I take Januvia for my diabetes and it doesn't affect my stomach, but I will say if I eat something with high sugar, sometimes I get high volume liquid output. Not always, but sometimes. I think there are some meds out there that do cause loose stools. Some of the ones advertised on TV have a lot of side effects. You should talk to your doctor about what they think is the best medication, and if you find you are having a side effect from a medication, that is something good to tell your doctor right away.
Lee