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Apr 22, 2024

Bladder Leaks After Ileostomy - Seeking Advice and Solutions

This topic is about someone who has been experiencing bladder leaks after having ileostomy surgery. They are seeking advice and solutions to manage this unexpected issue. Here’s a summary of the situation and some helpful advice:

- Since the surgery, the person has been dealing with continuous bladder dribbling. They noticed that the urge to urinate disappeared after the catheter was removed, but the leakage has continued.
- They have started doing Kegel exercises, which are designed to strengthen the pelvic floor muscles, as they suspect the surgery might have affected their bladder position or weakened the supporting muscles.
- Before the surgery, they did not have any issues with incontinence and are hoping to avoid relying on absorbent underwear in the long term.
- They plan to reach out to their surgeon and ostomy nurse for further guidance.

Here are some pieces of advice and insights that might be helpful:

1. It is important to schedule an evaluation with a healthcare professional, such as a surgeon, urologist, or stoma/continence nurse, to get a proper assessment of the situation.
2. A CT scan or other imaging tests can be useful to check the position of the bladder and ensure there are no surgical complications.
3. Sometimes, post-surgical swelling can temporarily affect bladder function, so it is important to monitor the situation and follow up with the medical team for ongoing support.
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