Colostomy problem: Rectal discharge 18 months out

Posted by bcstew @bcstew, Sep 29, 2020

My surgery was 18 months ago and I have had no rectal discharge in all that time. Yesterday twice there was a watery discharge.
I am now wearing a pad, Is this a common occurance? Should I see my surgeon?

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Medication, exercise (which actually exasperated the pain). The doctor will be increasing the Cymbalta dosage shortly

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@sher99

Diver which led to infection to burst colon. Emergency surgery. On prednisone for GCA since 2010. Able to answer and share on both issues.

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Had emergency colostomy 12.21
Rectal leakage with no help or suggestions

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@rom1

Had emergency colostomy 12.21
Rectal leakage with no help or suggestions

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I have has that for 10 years from an emergency operation leaving me an ileostomy. My surgeon had no problem with it.

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@rom1

Had emergency colostomy 12.21
Rectal leakage with no help or suggestions

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Welcome @rom1, I’m sorry to hear that you are still dealing with rectal leakage with no resolution.

You may also wish to join the Zoom support group on June 6
- Ostomy Monthly Support Group https://connect.mayoclinic.org/event/ostomy-monthly-support-group-2/

@collectors6431 @sher99 @kenc may have some helpful tips for managing rectal discharge.

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I have copious mucus from my rectal stump since immediately after my sigmoid colostomy surgery. The remaining colon, rectum and anus continues to produce mucus. I have to flush out the mucus with small water enemas every other day which is very painful for me.

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I had rectal discharge resulting for a staple falling off and the sphinxter was discharging fluids into my adomen, which formed an abscess and the liquid then would eventally pass out through the rectom

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New colostomy within last month. Experiencing pressure and burning sensation in rectum. No discharge. This is an intermittent pain. Have tried applying heat to relieve, and using bidet to have warmer water

Any similar experiences, and suggestions welcomed.

About to undergo 6 courses of chemo so wanting any advice pre treatment.....

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I've had heavy rectal discharge for almost a year since my ileostomy surgery. I have heard that some patients do not experience that but unfortunately I do. But your experience sounds much different than mine. It probably wouldn't be a bad idea to go see your provider. In the meantime, I recommend the B-Sure anal leakage pads; though they are expensive, they are very comfortable and absorbent. I hope this helps, or at least puts you somewhat at ease. God Bless!

B-Sure Anal Leakage Pads, Case/288 (12 Boxes of 24 pads) https://a.co/d/fzwKVp3

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@patriotspride

New colostomy within last month. Experiencing pressure and burning sensation in rectum. No discharge. This is an intermittent pain. Have tried applying heat to relieve, and using bidet to have warmer water

Any similar experiences, and suggestions welcomed.

About to undergo 6 courses of chemo so wanting any advice pre treatment.....

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I am having rectal area pain (rectum removed) for several years now. I have not found any solutions eliminating or even reducing the pain. Hope you have better results than I have experienced.

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I do have a small mass between my bladder and rectum that will need to be surgically removed following chemo treatments that start this week

That may be the source of the pressure as it comes on mainly when I urinate it the colostomy starts to work re it’s normal function

I was seeking any advice re relief from the burning. As mentioned no discharge so any burning remedies appreciated

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