How Long Can One Have An Iliostomy?

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Musiclover Message: How long can one have an iliostomy? Caregiver Musiclover Recommend this Message Report Abuse Email a Friend Track this Message [Remove] Subject: How long can one have an iliostomy? Date: 12/18/2006 My friend had a temporary iliostomy when he had rectal surgery in Feb.'06. At the time the goal was to reverse it but since he has developed mets in the liver and lungs. He is inoperable - there are too many lesions. I don' t know if he'll ever be able to get a reversal. Doesn't the iliostomy create dehydration from the extra fluid loss? What is the longest anyone out there has had one. Thanks! Private Reply Quote Reply to This Message Lizzie78 Message: RE: How long can one have an iliostomy? Doctor / Nurse Lizzie78 Recommend this Message Report Abuse Email a Friend Track this Message [Remove] Subject: RE: How long can one have an iliostomy? Date: 12/22/2006 There are many people who live their entire lives with an ileostomy. Some need them as early as birth or early childhood. It is possible to lead a long, productive life with one. However, it is important to stay hydrated and drink lots of fluids. Private Reply Quote Reply to This Message
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