Waking Up with Stomach Ache Due to Stoma Bag

Hi, I had my stoma for a year this month. I had one before that got reversed, but it didn't work out. I'm just wondering if it's normal to wake up during the night with a stomach ache until I empty the bag. I try to finish eating and drinking early, but it makes no difference.

Are you suggesting the pain goes away once you empty?

Perhaps it's the weight?

I have heard of phantom pain or feelings of missing body parts. This just doesn't seem the same.

I'm not clear on what you are saying either. Is this pain new? It only happens at night? Not sure why emptying would make a difference.

Terry

Pain has been ongoing for months, always worse at night. Sometimes my bag is not even full, just a constant ache in the pelvic area.

Thanks for replying. I don't think it's weight, as sometimes the bag is not full. I was wondering if maybe all the cancer treatment I got has damaged the nerves.

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