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Is Use Of Dildo Advisable After Colostomy?
Posted on
Fri, 7 Aug 2015
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Ask A Doctor - 24x7 Medical Review Team
Fri, 7 Aug 2015
Answered on
Thu, 27 Aug 2015
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Question : Ihave a clostomy and about 2" of rectum. Can i use dildos and any cautions.
Brief Answer:
Check maturity of colostomy first with your doctor.
Detailed Answer:
Hello XXXX and welcome to HCM.
Your concern is fully understandable.
If your colostomy has matured well, which your doctor should certify after examination, there's absolutely no problem in using a dildo.
You should be careful to empty your bowel and colostomy bag, before using such items. Also, ensure you don't cause any abrasions or injuries on the stoma.
You don't need to feel embarrassed, in asking a doctor any such doubt.
Hope your doubt is cleared.
Check maturity of colostomy first with your doctor.
Detailed Answer:
Hello XXXX and welcome to HCM.
Your concern is fully understandable.
If your colostomy has matured well, which your doctor should certify after examination, there's absolutely no problem in using a dildo.
You should be careful to empty your bowel and colostomy bag, before using such items. Also, ensure you don't cause any abrasions or injuries on the stoma.
You don't need to feel embarrassed, in asking a doctor any such doubt.
Hope your doubt is cleared.
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Dr. Chakravarthy Mazumdar
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