Hi. I have a colostomy due to colon rectal cancer . I have had it for almost two years now. I am writing this is hopes that someone can give me some helpful hints in dealing with a problem I am having when I take my calcium supplement. To begin with, I have a retracted stoma which causes problems with my bag. Recently, I discovered that my calcium supplement is the culprit behind my paste like stools. As you can imagine, this causes an increase in the bag problems. I am 49 years old and due to chemo, etc. I have osteoporosis. I really need my calcium. Can anyone give me some advice as to how to get my calcium but avoid the paste like stool? Thank you so much.

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