I have had an ileostomy bag for two years and right after the surgery, I also had BMs the regular way. It's been a really long time since the last one, and I am having strong urges. I'm afraid it's going to hurt really bad. Any suggestions on what to do? I know I'm not connected down there anymore, so anything taken orally like a stool softener will pass through the bag. Would an enema make things easier? Or would it be harmful?........any advice would be GREATLY appreciated.
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