Thank you for your replies esor and 2b colonfree. Can you explain why my surgeon would say that he will not operate on me because my IBS - if thats what it is - might affect my small bowel after...
I need some advice, My story is a long one. I have been seeing a surgeon for the last 3 years after begging to be referred to one. I was due to undergo an ileostomy 3 years ago, he was willing to do...
Hi, I am also new to this post. I have suffered from bad constipation/most likely colonic inertia for the last 24 years, through college and all. I understand exactly what you are going through. I...
Thanks for the information, its always helpful....
Thank you so much for your response. Had proctogram 3 years ago when I finally convinced my gastro consultant to send me to a surgeon. I had been having a terrible time with constipation, in colon...
Thank you for your response. I also have colonic inertia and am pushing for surgery. I have suffered for years and have been out of work for the past 2 years. Did you not have option of resection?...
Has anyone heard of anyone who had ileo-rectal anamostsis with diagnosis of colonic inertia and dialated rectum? Dont have problem getting rid of waste from rectum or anus once it makes it there....
Has anyone had ileo-rectal anamostosis done who also was diagnosed with dialated rectum, although doesnt seem t cause me a problem with evacuating from rectum, once its there, but waste getting...
Thanks Val, I did wonder about that, the success stories dont need the same info or support as those with problems. I will try another thread. Are you still doing well? Ciara...
Thanks for reply Val. I dont have problems eating or with my stomach. I take Duphalac which initially makes me nauseous but its not for long. I have read posts from people who have had colectomies...
Thank you responding. I have been seeing a colo rectal surgeon, one of the best apparently. In the past he considered doing ileal-anal pouch reconstruction with colectomy. Im nervous about this after...
I am new to this site. I have been diagnosed wth both colonic inertia and IBS. I dont think I have IBS, it was a misdiagnosis years ago I think because I only ever suffered with constipation, never...