I had my anastomosis in august of 2012 and am doing well. I have to watch what I eat because some foods cause diarrhea and swelling. Cynthia...
lola. She can be such a deva always wanting her own way....
Had my surgery in August of this year and it is the best decision of my life. The first 4 weeks were hard and adjusting my diet has taken time but it has been worth it. Diet varies from person to...
Does anyone else seem to retain a lot of fluid post surgery. Every morning my fingers a swollen. I am drinking a lot of water but that does not seem to help. Any answers?...
Yes!!! The first time I drank a red gatorade at work, I had to stop on the way home to go to the bathroom. It was bright red and I though OMG what has happened. Upset and in the car, the magical...
Her name is Lola. She can be a diva and show her stuff but then she can be quiet and reserved. Lola also means "sorrows". At time I have been in sorrow that I did not have the surgery before, that I...
Never been on prednsione....
Has anyone else developed severe joint pain after their surgery. My hip joints and knee joints hurt SOOOOOOOOOO bad that it is hard to sleep for very long at a time at night....
I am four week out from surgery. I am learning what I can and cannot eat. My butt-burn is slowing coming under control. I will be returning to work Oct. 1. So anyone who is thinking about surgery ask...
Well this might be a little weird but does anyone out there have a good solution for for lack of a better word "diaper rash". If have a loose bowel movement more than 3 times a day my bottom get sore...
There is nothing better than to find a doctor who #1 listens and #2 cares about you. My surgeon is truly a God send. Dr. Jacobson in Dallas at Baylor Hospital....
Sorry to hear that you are having problems. I had the same surgery a week ago and have had no problems. Try letting the shout pretreat sit on the stain for 30 minutes before putting in the wash. You...
Home today after 5 days in the hospital from a total colectomy with anastomsis. I had my first bowel movement (too much info) after arriving home. There was blood in it. Happen to anyone else? My...
My surgery will be tomorrow and I am excited. This might seem a little crazy for some but anyone who has suffered for years will understand. Ready to start a new life without my ugly colon. Tomorrow...
On Tuesday 8/28 I am scheduled for a total colectomy with anastomosis. I am looking for food tips. I have heard no fresh fruit or vegetables. Any tips will be helpful....
Thank you for your reply. The surgery is schedules for 8/28. Ready to get it done....
I will be having this surgery in the next two weeks. Is there anyone who has had this done? What about the eating after? I have living with severe constipation for 53 years. I have always been on...