Have both Ileostomy & colostomy and something new occurred

My mom recently had an ileostomy and has been doing well. about 2 years ago she had a colostomy but it has been non functioning since the ileostomy in March. Today, she started having cramps and suddenly the colostomy has begun working. Is this normal? She's had mucus in the past few months, but this morning, it started working like a trooper.

Her ileostomy is still working, but not nearly as much output as has been. I have a call in to the doctor, but I can't help but go into full worry mode because of this. Anyone else have something like this occur?

The colostomy was done 2 years ago. Cancer appeared higher up and now she has an illeostomy. It's not that uncommon. The surgeon spoke to us and said it happens occassionally and it will settle down soon. And sure enough the last 2 days, there is no output now. Back to normal.