This topic is about someone who has been living with an ileostomy and a parastomal hernia for about a decade. Recently, they've started feeling an aching pain on the right side of their back, near the waistline, which gets worse when they lie down. They're wondering if this new pain might be connected to their hernia.

Here are some helpful pieces of advice and insights:

1. Since the pain started without any obvious injury, it's a good idea to reach out to a primary-care physician or a stoma specialist as soon as possible. This can help rule out other potential causes before assuming the pain is related to the hernia.

2. It might be useful to keep a record of any physical activities or movements that seem to trigger the discomfort. Sharing this information with your healthcare provider can be very helpful in diagnosing the issue.