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Posted 9/9/2013 8:30 PM (GMT 0)
I'm due for closure soon, last Wednesday I had a barium enema xray done to make sure there are no leaks. Unfortunately, the xray showed a small tiny leak. The doc said I need redo the test in 6 weeks to see if the leak closes before he can perform the closure. I'm kind of disappointed that I have to wait another 6 weeks and the need to redo the barium enema xray. I was wondering if this is common? (the doc said it's common that's why they do these test) is the leak going to close on its own in 6 weeks time? ugh...
Posted 9/9/2013 9:32 PM (GMT 0)
Do you mean ileostomy reversal? Yes, this can be quite common. I know it's frustrating but the last thing you want is a leak after reversal. I hope all is well in 6 weeks and you can move forward. Think positive thoughts...good luck!
Posted 9/9/2013 9:41 PM (GMT 0)
Yes. the reversal. As much as I love the bag, I just want the whole thing to be over. Thank you for the encouragement.
Posted 9/9/2013 11:27 PM (GMT 0)
I am going through the same thing except my case is a bit worse. I had my barium done in April, which revealed a couple leaks. Five months later and I'm still not ready for reversal. It is frustrating.
Posted 9/10/2013 2:59 AM (GMT 0)
Hi Sara, sorry to hear to that. What's the plan now? Are you scheduled for another barium?
Posted 9/10/2013 2:20 PM (GMT 0)
Like you, I was suppose to get another barium done 6 weeks after my first one. During that waiting period I ended up developing strictures by my stoma, so everything was blocked. Nothing could move through the stoma. I had a new stoma made. My surgeon also did some repair work on the pouch. Now every 6 weeks I get an exam under anesthesia done to scope the pouch.

My last scope was a few weeks ago and my pouch is showing improvement, but it is going to be a slow process. My body sucks at healing, probably due to my past use of prednisone, remicade, and humira. I just started a new job so I am thinking my reversal won't happen until Spring.

My situation isn't typical. You should be good to go after 6 weeks. I know what you mean by wanting to get it over with!
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