ActiveUCer- Hi, I hope you are doing better since being in the hospital....
I had a foot long open incision that was left open to heal and it never quite healed right. It was like that for 4 months. Then, I had my take down and the incision was reopened and a plastic suregon...
Hi, I hope everyone is doing well. I wanted to give an update on my workouts. I hope I don't come off as bragging or cocky. It was really hard for me to believe I'd be able to return to my old self...
Liz- Good luck heading back to work! It's tough because when I went back full time it's expected that you are 100% which isn't reality. The hardest part about going back for me was fitting in all the...
B'Dereh- Just saw your pic on that photo bucket. You're cute:)...
Really sorry to hear this. Hope you are feeling better and things turn around soon!...
Hi all, I ran 13 1/2 miles 3 months after take down. It really did take me about 3 months to get my legs back in running shape so temper expectations and just focus on day to day improvement and...
Cherbear- I was the exact same way. I didn't have a BM for about 8 days. Try to walk as much as you can. That seemed to be what helped me to get things going. Once I had a BM, I had one per day...
Hi Liz- Congrats on take down. Seems like you are doing really well. I was actually kept in the hospital for 13 days. My favorite thing to eat the first week was rice pudding. Try to walk as much as...
I've completed my 3rd week of lifting at the gym...So far so good! I've progressed from 25lb plates to 35lb plates. I can tell I'm getting stronger but there's still a big gap between where I want to...
You're doing great. That's how I was. It will get more normal once you start eating....
Yeah, I lost a little over a foot of my colon but there was enough to do a reconnect. Sucks if that's a recurring problem with JPouch....
Windy- This is a huge decision for you. Just remember, there are no wrong answers in life. I think you're doing the right thing by getting all the advice you can. I really wish the best for you....
Alison, I didn't throw up but I had a NG tube in and it gave me chronic hiccups (like every 3 to 5 seconds) for a day straight. My doctors kept telling me it needs to stay in but I pulled it out...
Thanks everybody, I'm just trying to make the most out of everyday. Windy- Did you run a marathon?...
Best wishes Alison! Make sure you pack soft toilet tissue like Charmin....
Good luck!...
Hi all, I reached my running goal this Sunday at 10 miles. My takedown was 12 weeks ago today. Time to set some new goals:) -Mossmi33...
Peace&Harmony, I didn't experience this but if it was me, I would follow up with my GI/Surgeon for peace of mind. In the meantime, maybe tone down your pace a little until you know what's causing...
I wanted to post on gym workouts with weights since there's not much out there on this topic. I will try to post updates to track progress and limitations. Short Recap. I'm 34 yr old male and ran and...
Windy- Please let me know if you would like to email or talk. My email is [email protected]....
Rosemary, Very sorry about your cat. Pets are like family after being with them so long. Try not to second guess the past. You made the decision you thought was best at the time. Hopefully they can...
Hi Rosemary, Hope you are doing well and enjoying some icecream......
Hey Liz, Just try to relax the next couple of weeks. It's a very emotional time. Have fun hanging out with family/friends, go out to eat, stay up late and watch movies. Anything except stressing....
It's kind of funny. My scars are like having a new tattoo. I'm running without a shirt at this point. On a serious note, I think it's beneficial for him to see them if he's helping you with...
Congrats, awesome news. Hope training is going well....
ActiveUCer- I'm very sorry to read this. I hope your surgery went well and you are on the mend....
Pro- So how long are they keeping in the wound vac before closing? Are you still in the hospital? I was thinking you would be in and out in a day......
Hey Penny, Try not to worry to much. Your insides take time to get back to normal. Do you have a JPouch or a Colon resect? I just wanted to check because they are both a little different. I had a...
Hi LinCee, Walking is a great start so cheers. I don't want to scare you away from weights but as a beginner you do have to use caution. My post is a little misconceiving because I had been in the...
Mercy&Grace, Thanks, it's been a rough 5 months...I had 3 emergency surgeries and exuasted my FMLA of 12 weeks. They gave me an extention so I wouldn't lose my job but in order to do that I had...
Mercy&Grace, He didn't say "law". He said things like the new DEA guidance does not recommend pain meds long term for post operational patients without cancer. He also said things like he would...
Mercy&Grace - This isn't law. It's a research thesis. It's funny how doctor's play it off like law though. My pain doctor's exact words were if you can't come off of the Oxy I'm going to have to...
I've talked to some of my runner friends and have decided to stick with my routine unless something doesn't feel right. Today was a big run for me. It's my 17th mile post op today and I went from...
Larasmom- OMG, I give you props for saying accupucture was relaxing. A couple things. I was expecting to have the needles near my incision and the guy said it was too soon to have needles in that...
desertsun01, That sounds awful dealing with all that in addition to your Ileo surgery. I'm glad they did surgery to fix the hernia. Sometimes they just let them go but I'd rather have it taken care...
Hey Daivd, I like research so I gave it a read. It's a detailed thesis of the idea that certain non cancer individuals may benefit using opioid based pain meds if the benefit outweighs the risk of...
I second the asking of nurse to temp unplug IVs. I was in the hospital for 2 weeks for take down and was going crazy. I snuck out to Starbucks across the street to get an iced latte. The look on my...
Desertsun01- I hope your surgery went well and I'm sorry you ended up with a hernia. I've researched the topic quite a bit lately and there is little research on the topic other than when you have an...
Pro- What's up with the wound vac? Did they close the incision with internal stitches? I never had a wound vac. I was offered one when I had an open incision but it seemed like a PITA....
Ice cream always created a more liquid output for me. I'm not sure why but it did....
Pro- Good luck with your upcoming surgery. Hope they can take care of that open incision for you!...
Ok, I've run 13 miles in 5 days now. My run today was my best run so far. I was able to open my legs and increase my speed. Also, my breathing and form has improved. The best part is I don't have any...
Larasmom- I am so sorry on both accounts:( Hang in there. I agree it's better to wait for your doctor. Just sorry to hear surgery will take so long. On the positive, it doesn't seem like anyone can...
"what?! why not, why would it be normal to have a buldge there when some don't have or used to have. It should be something to fix." Somedude- Incisional scars and bumps have a mind of their own. You...
I think the first thing is always consult your suregon first as different individuals are at different health/strength levels after surgery. My suregon gave me clearance to lift 5 lb dumbells after 2...
Hey Pro, I've been told by many suergons including plastics not to judge the incision area short term. They said most bumps flatten themselves out over time (could take 1-2 years.) There is always...
That's great Liz, I'm glad your first run went well. I've heard that the couch to 5k is a great program. One of my friends who never ran before did a blog on it. Running is addicting once you get...
Hey All, I've been doing some experimenting this week. I went for a 90 minute massage on Wendesday and had an Accupuncture treatment today. Massage- I highly recommend a massage after surgery. My...
Windy City- Sorry I missed your comment. I can definitely feel my strength coming back. I'm still in 2'nd gear but it feels great. I hope you are doing well. I look up to you a lot. I'm planning on...