Clogged Stoma [hot] May 2026

Tell them explicitly: "I have an ileostomy/colostomy. I have no output for 12 hours, I am vomiting, and my stoma is turning dark purple."

But listen to your body. When the bag stays flat and the pain rises, do not suffer in silence. Unplug, hydrate, or call your WOCN (Wound, Ostomy, Continence Nurse). Your stoma saved your life; now it’s your turn to save its flow. This feature is for informational purposes only and does not constitute medical advice. Always consult your ostomy nurse or physician for personal medical emergencies. clogged stoma

But what happens when that lifeline gets clogged? Tell them explicitly: "I have an ileostomy/colostomy

An ER doctor may attempt a gentle saline flush via a Foley catheter. If that fails, surgery is required to revise the stoma. The best clog is the one that never happens. Adopt the "30-Chew Rule." Before swallowing any high-risk food (nuts, corn, raw vegetables), chew it 30 times until it is a liquid paste. Unplug, hydrate, or call your WOCN (Wound, Ostomy,