sean.osburn

About 2 years ago they did a barium enema into my rectal stump to see
if they had the option of reconnecting my colon. Apparently all the
barium did not drain out and has now hardened to a stone like stool
that will not pass. What can I do to break it up and expel it? What
is a good option?

Your doctor can dialate the **** opening and inject some mineral oil
into the rectum. Depending on the size, you should be able to pass it.

You could also try injecting a stool softener. ( A baby ear syringe
might help to inject the fluid )

If you have an ET nurse in your area, she might be able to help you.

Just some thoughts.....good luck!!!

brin-marie mclaughlin

Hi, ileostomate since 1983 here.

Yes, what the other user posted. Go see the doctor.

But I must tell you I was seriously tempted to post the advice from
the constipated mathematician, namely that he worked it out with a
pencil.

(runs for dear life...)