Medically reviewed by Robert Burakoff, MD Key Takeaways Ileostomy and colostomy are two types of surgery in which a small ...

The ileostomy bag collects the digestive waste of people who have undergone an ileostomy. Proper skin care and regular bag emptying are essential to prevent complications. An ileostomy is a relatively ...

Some people have permanent ileostomies, but others may be eligible for an ileostomy reversal. The timing of an ileostomy reversal post-surgery may be different for each individual, depending on ...