This topic is about someone who recently had a colostomy due to diverticulitis and is experiencing some concerning symptoms. They were planning to have a reversal surgery a few months later, but it hasn't happened yet. Recently, they started having severe stomach pain, nausea, and vomiting, along with a possible low-grade fever. These symptoms lasted for about 18 hours, and now the pain is mostly noticeable when coughing. Their diet has been limited to soft foods like Jell-O, ice cream, and a quesadilla, but their ostomy output is minimal and watery. They suspect they might be dehydrated but are unable to see a doctor until their insurance starts in May.

Here are some helpful insights and advice from others:

1. The symptoms might indicate a partial bowel obstruction, possibly due to the intestine twisting or kinking.
2. It's important to increase fluid intake to combat dehydration. Drinking water, juices, or sports drinks like Gatorade can help.
3. Switching to a low-residue diet can be beneficial. This includes eating soft foods like Jell-O, yogurt, and clear soups until the ostomy output returns to normal.
4. If the output doesn't improve or the pain comes back, it's crucial to seek medical attention, even if it means finding a way to see a doctor before the insurance starts.