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Posted 2/25/2012 10:32 PM (GMT 0)

I have a fistula repair scheduled for 3-14 and reversal scheduled for mid to late April, depending on how quick it heals. My question is: I have a j-pouch, any tips for better control at first? Any diet hints?? I am worried about control more than anything, and how long should I expect my body to adjust? Thanks for any input! yeah

Posted 2/25/2012 11:48 PM (GMT 0)
I had total control right from day one after reversal. I was worried too but it all ended up being fine. As far as diet, I just took it slow at first and ate very bland foods. That only lasted about 2 weeks and then I started eating whatever I was preparing for my family and before I knew it there was nothing I didn't try. Everyone is so different so you will have to wait and see how you are after reversal. Listen to your body. Your dr. may tell you to take Imodium to slow things down at first too. I didn't need to use it for too long. Also, do your Kegal exercises daily. Good luck!
Posted 2/26/2012 2:16 AM (GMT 0)
I also had total control from day one. I started out taking it easy with the foods I ate, but I've been able to branch out at a pretty steady pace. At this point, I don't feel limited/restricted in my diet...though there are still things I approach cautiously like raw fruits and veggies. I am definitely starting to eat them though! No Imodium or fiber supplements for me at this point either. Everyone is different, but try not to be too afraid. It may go very well for you. I will second the advice to keep doing kegels!
Posted 3/2/2012 5:38 PM (GMT 0)
Thanks guys....am so ready to have my body back! This fistula has been the worst thing ever so far...tried walking the other day and was passing blood for 2 days after...
Posted 3/2/2012 6:59 PM (GMT 0)

67ukfan said...
Thanks guys....am so ready to have my body back! This fistula has been the worst thing ever so far...tried walking the other day and was passing blood for 2 days after...

Yikes! Hope you feel better soon and good luck with your upcoming surgeries!
Posted 3/3/2012 5:34 PM (GMT 0)
i had my takedown 3 weeks ago and had control issues for the first 1-2 weeks but i was told it was because i had an ostomy for the previous 2 1/2 years. So my rectal muscles "forgot" how to work properly. I am now entering week 4 and things are better but i think its a combination of muscles getting better, my diet, for portions and when i eat. it's certainly a balancing act that i don't want to have to continue for long, but i know in time things will improve considerably. Everyday when i look at my belly and see no bag I get very happy. I hope that feeling doesn't go away for a long time. :)

Good luck with your reversal!
Posted 3/4/2012 9:50 PM (GMT 0)
I've got my takedown in April. Did you guys all get the gas pains I've seen mentioned in other posts. Were they constant or every now and again?
Posted 3/5/2012 1:49 PM (GMT 0)
Yeah, I want to hear about the gas pains too.
Posted 3/5/2012 3:38 PM (GMT 0)
i had mild discomfort after my takedown but it was very tolerable and only lasted a few days.
Posted 3/5/2012 7:16 PM (GMT 0)
Thanks Torranceboy that sounds better than some other things I've heard. Sure it's different for some others though I guess.
Posted 3/5/2012 10:12 PM (GMT 0)
When I had my takedown in January, I had pretty severe gas pain in the hospital, as things started to wake up. It only lasted a day or two, though, until I started to "go". I don't remember having any gas pain after that at all.
Posted 3/5/2012 10:24 PM (GMT 0)
That's good to hear, I'm hoping it'll be the same for me.

How about the ummm...noise? Is it quite loud when you have to go?
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