Posted 5/31/2010 2:33 PM (GMT 0)
Do you mean you empty it 5-12 times per day?
If so, that's normal for right out of surgery. It will take your system some time to calm down but even then if this is a temporary ostomy, it will have a higher frequency than a permanent ostomy. You can ask the nurse for imodium or lomotil to slow frequency. Some doctors prescribe it right away others don't. Stay away from anything with sugar in it, even fruit juices. Be sure to stay hydrated and consume lots of salty foods.
Sue