Posted 12/26/2013 9:39 AM (GMT 0)
I think it really depends on how long you were sick for. I had UC for a while before my ileostomy, but I was dreadfully ill for several months leading up to it. I was malnourished and low on blood/iron going into my surgery, so it was several months before my body rebuilt. However, some people that were not quite so sick say that they felt great in a very short time after their surgery! Make sure you drink a LOT of water and eat a healthy diet...that will help you keep your energy up in the long run. Iron pills are great, too.