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Have an ileostomy: I'd like to learn how to slow down my bowel.

Ostomy | Last Active: May 1 8:08pm | Replies (20)
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@harrison221

You might try Metamucil powder or Guar Gum powder which might work for you. Lo Motil and Imodium will work also but you need to check with your Dr. about those.

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xxxlt | @xxxlt | Apr 30 12:37pm

Surgeon at Mayo just yesterday told me there is no assurance that if hooked back up I won't have bowell issues the rest of my life ( I am 80) I cannot think of anything worse than not being in control of my bowels. The bag is a given, I know how to use it and I have zero issues, with that said I favor no hook up.

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