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Blockages and Rectal Discharge were the two most searched for topics on our website in 2023 with nearly 50,000 pages views. 

A blockage, also known as a bowel obstruction, leads to the output from your stoma slowing down or even stopping altogether.

It's normal for ostomates who still have their rectum in place to experience rectal discharge and to pass clear or putty coloured mucus from their anus. Even though motions now pass out through the stoma, the rectum continues to produce the mucus that was previously used as a lubricant to assist the passage of food and waste.

If you're looking for information on how to best manage these and other stoma problems please check out the stoma problems page on our website or call our 24 hour stoma helpline on 0800 328 4257

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Stoma and B12 Deficiency

Maintaining optimal nutrition is crucial for people with a stoma.

Did you know that one essential nutrient to focus on is vitamin B12. Since the body’s ability to absorb B12 may be compromised after stoma surgery (depending on the type of surgery and how much bowel is left), it is important to ensure an adequate intake of vitamin and mineral levels.

This article by specialist dietitian Pooja Dhir, aims to help those who may be struggling with a B12 deficiency. 

Team Colostomy UK are back!
Our Rugby League team kick of their 2024 season with a Friday night fixture against the Leeds Rhinos Physical Disability team on February 2nd. The game kicks off at 5.30pm and takes place at the South Leeds Stadium before Hunslet Play Leeds Rhinos for the Harry Jepson Trophy. Entrance for both games costs £10. If you're able to please come along and cheer the team on. Full directions to the stadium can be found here 

On February 24th Team Colostomy UK are hosting a wheelchair Rugby League taster in Gravesend, Kent. Wheelchair Rugby League is suitable for both men and women, and is played by disabled and non disabled players. If you would like to give it a go and join the session please email getinvolved@colostomyuk.org

Have you made a New Year’s Resolution to do something adventurous this year? 

If you’ve always dreamed of climbing Mount Kilimanjaro, like Howard, or white water rafting through the Rockies, maybe cycling through the Dolomites, or even skydiving over the Zambezi, then why not support Colostomy UK and turn your exciting plans into a fundraising challenge? 

We’d love to hear from you and see how we can help - email us at getinvolved@colsotomyuk.org  

If you’d rather do something a little less high octane, take a look our fundraising ideas you can do from the comfort of your own home here or make a donation