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I was a patient of carcinoma at ractum. Due to stool release problem an operation has been done and set colostomy bag before one month. Now a new report is received that there is no carcinoma and found adinotomus polyps. So I want to remove my colostomy bag . Please help me if possible.

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Removing stoma bag depends on initial indication for making one -whether it was done for temporary diversion or permanent . In the former scenario it is closed at later date ...  Read More

Hello. what is the ideal time to change colostomy bag? and what kind of food i should avoid during this period ?any other suggestion to keep my stoma healthy. thanks in advance.

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Eat a well-balanced diet including vegetables and fresh fruits. Eat on a regular schedule. Drink at least 6 to 8 glasses of fluids daily. Eat slowly in a relaxed atmosphere. Chew your food thoroughly. ...  Read More

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Sir can i go to gym after this colostomy operation since the bag has removed in 2015 can i go to gym now is the any problem...

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Hello there. I can understand your concern. So the bag was removed 2 years bag. I don't see any problem in you going to the gym and performing moderate exercise. If there is more to it, the get it ...  Read More

My father has left hemicolostomy due to sigmoid cancer grade 2 in June 2017 . I want suggestions for colostomy reversal. 6 months are over. Now he is feeling well. His weight gains and nothing problem was there . Only irritation from colostomy bag. Pls help me . I just want successful reversal colostomy surgery. Pls any one can help me for further

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if it was temporary colostomy , then reversal is possible!! ...  Read More

Had colostomy surgery. it will be closed after some weeks. i just want to know after closure how much rest is required in hospital as well as home?

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hello there. why was the surgery done in the first place is very important to know how much rest you require. what was the diagnosis? consult your surgeon, he will only tell how much rest is requir ...  Read More

Rectal perforation what doctors said. colostomy done. they said they will reverse it after 3 weeks. that accident was unbelievable my life changed please tell i will be fine. they said it will take time of 3 month

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Ofcourse you will be fine. It's the time given to the internal organs to heal properly so that it can be anastomosed later on. Be patient, time is great healer you know.... Get well soon. ...  Read More

Hi sir/madam, My father has stage 4 rectal cancer, he had his colostomy operation done just 2 day before recently, doctor said us to feed him liquid food, but the area around the colostomy bag is leaking frequently with liquid stool and stool is not been collected in the colostomy bag. Is it normal or something is wrong.

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Please show to surgeon who has done surgery.He will tell you what needs to be done ...  Read More

I have gone through a surgery of my abdomen in which my stomach is removed because of gangrene of my stomach. After operation there is a leak in my esophagus through which drain continuously comes in the colostomy bag. There is also a feeding jejunostomy connected to my intestine through which feeding is given. I am not taking anything orally. So I

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Need to know more about your complaints and problem so that i can guide help you. If you have any quries regarding your health or your family , you can opt for direct consult to chat and cons ...  Read More

I am cilorectal cancer after chemo and tomotheraphy removed by surgery tumor and one month I use colostomy bag.after one month colostomy reversel surgery . but after that surgery now one year but continue motion problems. One day maybe 20 times.and main problem once I go for motion stool normally not coming out complete then I want use colosteam wh

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I would advise you to get a colonoscopy done followed by anorectal pressure studies. That will give us an idea about the situation inside. Then we can plan further management based on that ...  Read More

One of my friends is having eye bags and she is feeling insecured all the day. Any surgery available for the same or any methods available to reduce the same. Heard about eye bag surgery and all. Any side effects of surgery? Is it safe? If not pls guide us how to deal with it . Regards

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You can check with cosmetic surgeon.in the meantime please consider weight loss.that can also help. ...  Read More

One of my friends is having eye bags. She is feeling insecured all the time. Recently heard about eye bag surgery and all. Is it safe ? Any side effects? Or any other methods available to reduce the same. Please guide us Regards

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The cause must be identified.cosmetic surgery can be done.pl consult ophthalmologist for further evaluation and treatment. ...  Read More

Gallbladder stone remove without surgery want appointment of homoeopathic dr consultation because I don't want to take surgery

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Please go to china,for removal of gall stones without removing gall bladder ...  Read More

My mother recently underwent surgery for colostomy reversal since then she's facing rapid hair loss .Please suggest some medication as half of the hair has gone ,will the hair come back ?what medication should she use .already she's having multivitamin tablets .please help

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Need urs other history regarding the illness Consult me through this app Or directly came in chat for further query. ...  Read More

I have a friend with a colostomy who is not getting enough vitamins and nutrients from the food she eats. Are vitamin patches a good method for her to try?

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Ask me directly ...  Read More

I have lost my 4 months son after surgery as colostomy was made. I found number of lapses at doctors end. I need some clarification Any doctor who can help me out will be highly appreciated. It will be a great kind of act. I am ready to pay the fees.

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I am really sorry to know the loss of your son,,,,May God give you enough strength to bear this unfortunate loss. ,,,,I know you’re upset with this Big loss..............You don’t have to pay any fee, ...  Read More

My mother having probelm of diverticulities for that dr has done the 1st operation and cut the large intestine and now they are going to do the colostomy closure. hartsman surgery

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Go for it ...  Read More

Had colostomy surgery about 2.5 months back. now time is near for closing it. i want to know how much time is needed to recover after colostomy closure surgery ? and any advice you want to give. thank you.

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Hello, I am sorry to hear that what you have gone through. As you have mentioned it was a temporary colostomy, and will be closed soon. I would like to inform you that there are few different procedur ...  Read More

Had colostomy surgery about 2.5 months back. now time is near for closing it. i want to know how much time is needed to recover after colostomy closure surgery ? and any advice you want to give. thank you.

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Hello, Sorry to hear what you are going through. Anyway recovery from colostomy closure will depend upon procedure. Usually 1 week to 2 week hospital stay is necessary with Intravenous fluid, parenter ...  Read More

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