Diversion proctitis is caused by stool no longer passing through the rectum and anus.
If you have a permanent ostomy and rectal stump, you need to be aware of this.
Talk with a gastroenterologist about it.
Beachboy
Oct 05, 2025 1:05 am
GoinWithTheFlow
Oct 05, 2025 2:47 am
Though very new to the ostomy club, it's helpful to know about these possibilities. Good luck in finding relief, and please share your progress. Thank you!
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SusanT
Oct 05, 2025 4:43 am
Interesting! I never would have guessed that screened donor poop was a thing!
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IGGIE
Oct 05, 2025 10:38 am
I really hope it works for you. I never knew about this, but as I have a Ken Butt, I hope I never need it.
Good luck.
IGGIE
Justbreathe
Oct 05, 2025 11:53 am
Good to see you back on the site and posting. Your post is so well written and very informative - thanks for sharing it on MAO - it just may be an answer for someone with this issue…and that is why this site, with any ostomate issues, is so valuable and excellent. Take care and keep us posted….🫶🏼jb
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