Hi there. I had my colectomy in May and have suffered lots of problems with my small intestine to include ulcerations. I was also drinking Propel. The gastro docs told me that I needed to stay away...
Hi Mom23 I believe it was because of the irritation in the small intestine. We were trying to get things to settle down. That was actually just a few days before my last hospitalization where they...
Howard C Hi. I'm sorry to hear you have had so many complications and hope you are feeling better soon. I had a sub-total colectomy on May 17, 2006 and a repair of a hernia with complete bowel...
Hi everyone. I am now 8 weeks post subtotal colectomy and 7 weeks post hernia repair/small bowel obstruction. I have been suffering with horrific abdominal cramps for the past week. I ended up in the...
Hi everyone I've read that after the total colectomy you are not able to take "time-released" medications. My doctor didn't mention this to me and I'm wondering if I'll be able to take like 24 hour...
Cathy, it does sound like we had similar experiences. I was also a sick cookie by the time they found there was a hernia. I have had good luck with a combination of a couple of products for the burn....
Thanks Melissa. The pain does seem to be improving yet a little each day. I'm actually only having to go 2-3 times a day right now so I'm thinking some of it still being worked out with my off-beat...
Thanks Mom23...I'm 3 weeks post the total subcolectomy and 2 weeks postop the repair. Things are getting better slowly each day. I have been drinking the grape juice and it does make a difference. I...
I haven't posted in a while although I have kept up with the posts to gain information. I wanted to respond to the hernia issue. I had my sub-total colectomy on May 17 and also suffered a "hernia"....
Thanks. I am having the surgery for Colon Inertia. I am so greatful that I found this forum. It is encouraging that no one seems to regret having it done. I am starting to look forward to some relief!...
I've been reading all the posts I can find on here about the subtotal colectomy. I appreciate all the information everyone has contributed. It has helped me better understand what is all involved. I...
Hi. I have the same problem with the loud girgling and liquid moving around, but nothing will pass. I have taken laxatives and it seems not to do any good. I have the Chronic Inertia diagnosed with...