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Ostomies
The terms ostomy and colostomy are general descriptive terms that are often used interchangeably though they have different meanings. An ostomy refers to the surgically created opening in the body for the discharge of body wastes. This category will answer questions concerning any of the 14 types of surgical procedures and the equipment designed to accommodate them.
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What happens to a colostomy immediately after surgery?
For the first 24-48 hours after surgery, the colostomy will drain bloody mucus. Fluids and electrolytes are infused intravenously until the patient's diet is can gradually be resumed, beginning with liquids.
Who was loretta young married to?
Loretta Young was married three times in her life.
In 1930 at 17 she was making a movie with Grant Withers. They began a relationship and in late January they went to Arizona to get married. Her mother found out and sent Loretta's step-father to pick her up. They ended up getting divorced about a year later.
In the late 1930's during a low ebb in her carrer she met businessman Thomas Lewis. They married during the summer of 1941 and had two sons Christopher Paul and Peter Charles in the mid 1940's. Things were not all hunky dory though and after years of semi-unemployment Tom Lewis left to work on the East coast because he was sick of basically being Mr. Loretta Young. They were still technically married for a while, but in the early 1960's they divorced very bitterly.
In the early 1990's Loretta tried her hand at marriage again. She married Jean Louis whom she had known for many years (and who had been married to Loretta's friend.) They were married for about 5 years before his death.
When do you see stool in colostomy?
Usually within 72 hours, passage of gas and stool through the stoma begins. Initially the stool is liquid, gradually thickening as the patient begins to take solid foods.
Can you still fart with a colostomy bag?
Yes, individuals with a colostomy bag can still pass gas, but the process is different from normal digestion. Instead of being expelled through the anus, gas will build up in the colostomy bag. While some people may experience the sensation of gas, it typically requires careful management to prevent discomfort or leaks from the bag.
nope! he is quite fine really! he hosts a show called RuPaul's Drag Race. And if you want to see him for yourself try going on Logo Channel on Mondays to watch the show!
RuPaul. To quote his mother, Ernestine Charles "His name is RuPaul Andre Charles, and he's gonna be a star 'cos ain't no mother fxcker with a name like that"
Is there an alternative to a colostomy like a patch?
Wife's colon now has a hole from removal of large tumor in all areas of the pelvic area. It's not colon cancer just a hole in removal. Doctor wants to do a colostomy and says it will be pernament because of the location and 'thiness'. We want to know if it could be catched, or reversed or another option.
