Backflow Issues with Loop Ileostomy

Has anyone had backflow from their loop ileostomy and started passing fecal waste from their back passage? The cramps are horrendous.

I was told by my surgeon that this can happen and that it is normal.
That being said, it's happened to me twice, a couple of weeks after surgery, and it was not fun at all. I am not sure if it was backflow or residue from before the surgery, but either way, it was horrible.
Since then, I've not had it again, but I am only 6 months post-op, so I may not be the best person to guide you here.

I'll have a go and say that other than a 1-2 month period after surgery, yes, but long term, not that I have experienced, and cramps I have never had. From memory, I think your surgery was recent?

My surgery was last August.

Time to run it by your professionals for your own peace of mind. 👍

My Ostomy Journey: LeeAnne | Hollister

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