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Posted 9/11/2012 10:06 PM (GMT 0)
Hi All! I had surgery on Tues., sept 4th and was discharged on Sat. No more UC!

The first night was tough as the post-op docs screwed up my pain management. I was to have both Morphine and Emprodurum (sp?)but only got one or the other at too low a dose! I managed through and luckily the Anesthesia Doc came to my rescue. she gave me an 18 hours Morphine type and it did the trick. She said she got o know me wile in the operating room :).

I'm home now on pain killers but everyday is getting easier. It's good to be physically fit before the operation. Good Hamstrings and core muscles are a must to getting around. I don't mind the bag. It's a lot easier to drop, drip, clean, and go! It is a bit odd as I feel I'm facing my butt and I fart forwards now :).

Hope everyone else is managing their condition. Be glad to answer any questions!
Posted 9/11/2012 10:08 PM (GMT 0)
Hello!! Great to hear things went so well for you. I am happy to hear you're UC free.
Posted 9/11/2012 10:39 PM (GMT 0)
Happy to hear from u and that your ok !! In hopes of a Speedy recovery for you.

Ps - wonder what secrets the dr heard from u while u were high LOL
Posted 9/11/2012 10:45 PM (GMT 0)
I'm glad the surgery went well! :) Keep us updated as you go okay?
Posted 9/11/2012 10:55 PM (GMT 0)
Congrats! Have you gotten used to not running to the restroom yet? Every time I felt anything move in my digestive system it was like my body was on alert to run to the bathroom!!
Posted 9/11/2012 11:10 PM (GMT 0)
Yay so happy for you...hope you continue to recover quickly. Keep us updated.
Posted 9/11/2012 11:13 PM (GMT 0)
Yay! Great news- keep us posted. Hope your healing continues. Enjoy your new-found freedom!
Posted 9/11/2012 11:35 PM (GMT 0)
Woo-hoo! Glad to hear it. :-) Makes me look forward to my own surgery that is on the near horizon.
Posted 9/11/2012 11:40 PM (GMT 0)
Yay!!!!!!
Posted 9/12/2012 12:51 AM (GMT 0)
Congrats on being rid of UC!
Posted 9/12/2012 1:04 AM (GMT 0)
     When I learned you were having the same surgeon who performed my total colectomy with end ileo, I knew you were in good hands.  Wishing you continued good health and speedy recovery!!!
Posted 9/12/2012 2:55 AM (GMT 0)
It's nice of you to come back and share your good story. Hope you heal quickly and begin enjoying your new life.
Posted 9/12/2012 3:19 AM (GMT 0)
Thanks for the update. Wishing you a speedy recovery!
Posted 9/12/2012 4:42 AM (GMT 0)
Hey P&H....your name fits you perfectly now!

Great to hear all went well...hope your recovery is smooth.
Please continue to update us on how you're doing!


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Posted 9/12/2012 8:30 AM (GMT 0)
18 hours morphine now that's what I'm talking about!
And in life you got to look forward even with your farts ahah!

Great recovery!
Posted 9/12/2012 9:19 AM (GMT 0)
Great update! Wishes for continued quick healing!
Posted 9/12/2012 1:43 PM (GMT 0)
Awesome and prayers for a speedy recovery coming your way!
Posted 9/12/2012 2:58 PM (GMT 0)
good luck with your new life and recovery -

did you have a service for the deceased ? :-)
Posted 9/12/2012 3:06 PM (GMT 0)
I hope you recover quickly!

Do you have an ostomy now? Will you get some sort of pouch?
Posted 9/12/2012 7:45 PM (GMT 0)
Thanks everyone for the encouragement! This surgery did knock me on my ass but is still worth it as I ran out of options! I'm hoping to be one of those success stories and run a 10K soon!
Posted 9/12/2012 8:05 PM (GMT 0)
I hope your recovery goes REALLY well!
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