Has anyone else has who has a stoma had pain 5 days after having a colonoscopy
Because I have an ileostomy and a colostomy no enema was necessary. The colonoscopy was conducted via my colostomy, with the usual discomfort when the bends were negotiated. No pain afterwards.
If I had pain afterwards I would contact the colorectal team straight away and seek their advice in case of a hidden problem. They have access to the images taken during the procedure which might ease your mind.
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