Does anyone have problems urinating after surgery for a colostomy?
paulib64.ps
Dec 01, 2025 12:52 am
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GoinWithTheFlow
Dec 01, 2025 1:24 am
Hubz says he hasn't had any difficulty urinating. He has had a colostomy since August.
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IGGIE
Dec 01, 2025 1:29 am
It could be that you're still getting over the pain and swelling from the operation. If it continues, go see the doctor.
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warrior
Dec 01, 2025 1:38 am
I did. I do. But I'm an ileo.
Did they do anything to your rectum? Remove it? It could be, as said above, trauma from surgery—swelling. How was the operation done? Robotic or open?
Alex T. will tell you, like he told me a few years back, the story. Sit tight, though. It's likely gonna pass. Over time.
Ben38
Dec 01, 2025 8:03 am
Ileostomy yes, I've had more surgeries than I can remember. I had problems after most of them; either I couldn't go or couldn't stop. Always temporary for me. If problems continue, speak to the doctor about it.
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warrior
Dec 01, 2025 1:51 pm
Well... there you have it.
It's been discussed here a while ago. I also started a topic on this.
I feel if the rectum has been removed, regardless of assurance from the doctor, urination becomes an issue.
Alex T said to me then, and I say to you, see a doctor. Get Flomax. It works. It will restore the flow and stop the dribble. 👍