I'm sorry to hear that. I would definitely call your doctor as soon as you can. My doctor said to call him ASAP if any puss comes up. Your incision isn't healing shut by now?? Best of luck... Good...
I'm glad you're feeling better. Praying for you......
sourbutsweet, I am sorry to hear that you are having pain so long after surgery. I had a sub colectomy on June 17th and I am still having terrible back pain too. Lower back mostly. It seems that if...
Good for you, summerstorm! Congrats!!!!!...
Six weeks?? I don't know why I was thinking three.... Ugh! I am craving a SALAD so bad! Will it kill me if I have one? And thanks for the tip, summerstorm. I'll have to try that. :)...
p.s. Don't ask how, but I've forgotten.... Is the low residue diet for three or six weeks after surgery? I was thinking three.... I will go crazy if it's another three!...
Haha... Thanks for the heads up, vette guy!...
mommyphotographer, I am sorry to hear that you are not feeling so well. However, I am feeling the SAME way. My energy level is up and it is much easier to move around, but my colon is VERY sore!!!!...
Thanks all, for your feedback. I guess nothing IS wrong with me! :) To answer your question, 2much2bear, I am very happy with the outcome. I am actually going to the bathroom... Still getting used to...
I had a subtotal colectomy about three weeks ago, and I've been having about 2-3 BMs a day. I've been noticing that my stool changes colors almost daily now... it was yellow and runny for a while,...
Hi 2much2bear, Thanks for checking up on me. I am doing much better... Still tired and a bit sore. I am not going to the loo as much as I was... Now only maybe three times a day! The swelling was...
For those of you who have had colectomies, when did your swelling (in the abdominal area) go away? It has been two weeks and a few days since having my surgery, and I am still very distended. I have...
I believe spicy foods are good to loosen the stool. Best of luck to you!...
Hi 2much2bear, the trips to the bathroom aren't as frequent now. I'm going now maybe 4-5 times a day. (Thank God!) The BMs are getting a little more "solid" too... It's looking like I don't have to...
Thanks so much guys, I really appreciate the info. I am on a low residue diet and now that I am eating a little more "substance", the bowels have slowed down a little bit. It is 12:20 pm and I...
Yeah, the colon (I think it was the colon) was twisted around. I don't know if this is common, but my surgeon said that he has fixed this several times after colectomies. He has never had to fix it a...
Hi all, I had my first surgery (subtotal colectomy) on June 17th... It was deemed successful, and I spent six days in the hospital. After two days of being home and a trip to the ER, they found that...
2much2bear: I am glad that you are going to have this surgery.... It will be worth it. To answer your question, a subtotal colectomy is removing PART of the colon and a total colectomy is removing...
Update: The extreme pain that I had been speaking of was actually an obstruction. My colon/intestine (?) was twisted all around and actually pinching other areas of the colon- my dr. thinks this...
mommyphotographer, I have been thinking about you and wondering how you are doing!! Oh my goodness, I can relate to the pain. You are NOT alone... My surgery was a week ago and I am still having...
Your daughter shouldn't be worried about dating because of her colostomy bag. I can completely understand her concerns, because it can be a bit embarrassing. But she will find someone who won't care...
I had a subtotal colectomy exactly a week ago- I am now home; I came home after spending six days in the hospital. I had my first bowel movement three days after the surgery and am still going...
Hi mommyphotographer. I can completely relate.... I am having a subtotal colectomy this Tuesday, the 17th. I too am very nervous (and getting more and more nervous as the days progress), but I also...
I am having my subtotal colectomy in exactly a week. Before I looked forward to it (so that I can live a normal life), and now I am scared to death. I keep thinking of the pain that I'll be in... the...
No problem! I understand it's hard to get photos on here... I'm just curious what they look like after the surgery. I am still definitely going forward with the surgery and I cannot wait. A week and...
Hi Saharra, Best of luck with your surgery! PLEASE keep us posted on how it goes. I am having surgery on June 17th, and am too feeling anxious. Mixed emotions... scared, nervous, excited to have a...
I am having surgery in exactly two weeks... I too am a bit worried about the scarring. Is anyone able to post pictures of your scars so we can see how well they heal? That would be good to see....
Oh wow, I am sorry to hear that, ildivo. While I can't offer any advice, I'm wondering if anyone knows if this is a common problem after having a subtotal colectomy? I am having one in June and am...
Hello everyone, I've posted on here a few times before. I am having a subtotal colectomy on June 17th and questions keep coming up. This forum is so useful!! I have a rather strange question... My...
Thank you so much for the prayers, Stuck42Long, and everyone's insight. It is so nice to hear from people who are going through the same thing and have had this surgery. I think I am going to go with...
Hi everyone- I am a 25-year-old who has battled severe constipation all my life. I am finally getting a subtotal colectomy on June 17th. I have a few questions for those of you who have had a...
I am glad to hear that the epidural helped a lot... I am still deciding if I am going to get one. Does everyone recommend getting one? I am so scared that it will be painful... But, I guess in the...
Best of luck, Stormy!! Wow... It sure is coming up. Please be sure to post on here when you feel up to it and let me know how it goes! I too am worried about the scar... My surgeon said he won't know...
I am SO, SO glad to hear that!! I will definitely check out the TC forum... Any advice or thoughts you may have are greatly appreciated. Mine's in June. :) Take care!...
samlitcher and mom2sophia... I take it you had your surgery. I'm dying to know... HOW DID IT GO? Mine is June 13th and I can't wait... But I am a bit nervous!...
Hi mcmom1234, I too am scheduled to have a subtotal colectomy in June. I have severe constipation... I am very nervous about this surgery, but I know it's worth it! Best of luck to you... You are not...
Hope everything is going well, Sam. You are in my prayers. Look forward to hearing how you are doing!...
I wish I could help, but unfortunately, I have no clue what may have caused that. Have you asked your doctor?...
Also... mom2sophia and samlitcher, what has your prep been like? They need to completely clean you out, right?...
Does anyone know what prep goes into a subtotal colectomy? I know one's colon must be cleaned out. So, what does this entail and how far in advance is this done? Thanks!...
samlitcher and mom2sophia, GOOD LUCK on your surgeries! I'm sure you both will do fine. PLEASE keep me updated on how things go!!...
Has anyone heard of or had a subcuticular stitch done on their incision? This is what will I will have (rather than staples)... If you've had this type of stitch, did it leave much scarring?...
Thanks so much, Peggy! I appreciate it. :)...
That would be nice if it is only 4 or 5 days. That's not too bad, right? And wow, my doctor didn't say anything about an NG tube. Even though we will be under, that still scares me!...
Hi Mom2Sophia, It's been a month or so... Are you ready for your surgery? How do you feel? Do you have any answers to my "anesthesia" questions above? Best of luck to you!!!...
Hi Sam. Wow, do we have similar stories. I am glad to hear that you finally found a doctor who was willing to do tests and truly get to the bottom (no pun intended) of it. :) I too have been handed...
Anyone??...
I have a question for anyone who has had a total/subtotal colectomy. I constantly feel achey, nauseous, extremely bloated, etc., I assume because of my severe constipation (everything else is...
Hmm... I guess there isn't a PM function. I would display my email, but that doesn't make my too comfortable to put it on here. I'm trying to figure out a way to email within the forums....
Mom2Sophia, That test might be a good idea. Have you also checked your thyroid just to be safe? Your condition sounds terrible though... If this surgery is what you need, then I'm sure putting life...