What is a good diet for ileostomates who have inflammatory bowel disease (IBD)? Are there certain foods that can cause discomfort or even a blockage?
Dietary needs and what can be tolerated varies in each ostomy patient and depends on how healthy the small intestine is. After surgery, it needs to adapt to the changes made to it.
There are general guidelines when it comes to consuming food and beverages: 1. Start with bland food for the first few weeks post op.
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