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Recognizing the early warning signs of an obstruction allows you to take corrective action before the condition escalates. Symptoms typically manifest in stages:

If you have a bulge next to your stoma (a parastomal hernia), you are at higher risk for blockages. The intestine can kink inside the hernia sac. If you have a hernia and get recurrent blockages, talk to your surgeon about a hernia belt or repair. stoma blockage

If you are vomiting and the pain is manageable, you can try these steps: Stoma Blockage - Colostomy UK Recognizing the early warning signs of an obstruction