Is it OK for someone with a colostomy to use mineral oil as a laxative? Since mineral oil keeps water from being absorbed in the large intestine, will this cause dehydration? RSW...
Dear John-The-Scientist- Thanks for the information. I e-mailed the companies for samples. Convatec called for more info and the lady was very helpful. /community/emoticons/cool.gif RSW...
Dear StNancy- Your info has been great!!! Thank you so much. /community/emoticons/yeah.gif RSW...
I have two questions: 1. Can disposable wipes be used to clean a stoma? 2. In the first month, which foods should be avoided and which can be digested without trouble? Thank you! RSW...
Thank you. He's getting a little better each day from his surgery....
My husband recently (last week) had a reversible colostomy. He's home and is doing well. The main thing troubling him is the type of bag the hospital ET suggested- one piece Coloplast with velcro...