This topic is about a person who recently had a colostomy and is experiencing a lack of output from their stoma for three days after having diarrhea. They are wondering if this is a normal occurrence. Here are some helpful insights and advice shared by others:

1. Diet and Output Connection:
- Pay attention to how different foods affect your stoma output. Some people find it helpful to keep a food diary.
- Meals that are higher in carbohydrates can lead to a more solid but manageable output.
- Foods like nuts and cheese are known to firm up the output, as shared by those with ileostomies.

2. Pouch Management:
- Using disposable flushable liners can make emptying the pouch more hygienic, but be cautious as they might clog toilets with low water flow.

3. When to Seek Help:
- Keep in regular contact with your nurse or doctor, especially if you experience any pain or if the lack of output continues.
- For those with ileostomies, no output for 24 hours accompanied by pain should prompt a visit to the emergency department, as it could indicate a blockage or other issues.
- With colostomies, it’s not unusual to have no output for a few days after diarrhea, as the bowel might be temporarily emptied. However, if this continues or symptoms worsen, it’s important to seek medical advice.

4. General Reassurance:
- It’s common for new ostomies to take some time to settle into a routine. Temporary pauses in output can happen and usually resolve on their own.