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Frequently Asked Questions
Frequently Asked Questions about Ostomy Life
Irrigation Many people with a colostomy of the sigmoid or descending colon can irrigate. It’s a good way of achieving faecal continence for 24 to 48 hours. Some people even manage to stay stool free for 72 hours, though they are the exceptions. But check this procedure with your specialists first, since they have seen your guts. And discuss the procedure with your ET nurse, he or she will patiently describe the steps to take, will discuss what new appliances you need and tell you how to get started. - Mich
Colostomy Irrigation (opens in PDF) Written by Jill Dean, Colorectal Nurse Consultant, this document looks at the:
Irrigation procedure
Barriers to irrigation
Recommendations
Conclusion Colostomy Irrigation
Irrigating "around the world" Originally written for the Journal "Ostomy Australia" in response to a letter to the editor, Douglas has kindly shared his article with us here. Irrigating "around the world"
Message Board Irrigation Section. A place to discuss and ask questions about Irrigation of an ostomy. Recently described to me as "the best irrigation board on the net" by a colostomate. Jason's Website - Irrigation Board
Please Note
The links to the Message Boards are tested regularly and removed if found to be out of date. We advise you to make a copy of any useful information you may find as old messages will eventually "drop off" the boards. All advice is offered in good faith by ostomates or family members, but should be checked with your ostomy nurse or doctor.
