After my TC I experienced no pain, just discomfort in my abdominal area. I did not use my pain pump too much. I did experience spasms in my abdomen but medication fixed that. I just felt completely...
Absbabs My digestive process has improved dramatically. My BMs have slowed to about 5x a day. I eat then I have the urge to go. It is a nice feeling. I still get bouts of loose stools but I pop a...
I have not posted in a while either. To absbabs I had a TC 10/4/07 due to colonic inertia and an extreme dilation of the colon (called megacolon). I've had constipation, bloating, distention issues...
2much2bear The first couple of months I had about 10-15 sometimes 20 BMs a day. I was always worried about being near a bathroom. I was very depressed. Everything I ate went right thru me. Metemucil...
Had a Total colectomy with ileorectal anastomosis on 10/08. I suffered from colonic inertia and megacolon. It became severely dilated and the entire colon had to be removed. I had some complications...
Mom2sophia, I had major complications after my surgery. They are rare so do not get too crazy. My surgeon stated to me that I would be feeling better six to eight weeks after surgery. They will...
To all, I have not posted in a while, but it has been 5 mos. post-op (TC with anastomosis for CI)and 3 mos. since my last hospital visit (abcess as a result of perotonitas). After losing 40 lbs that...
Robin, Thanks for the reply. You have really helped me out. The best university is the "School of Hard Knocks". We have all been thru alot and it is gift that people like you give such simple but...
To All, After a total TC how long does it take for the "New Plumbing" to start to settle in. I am experiencing itching and sensitivity on the outside of my abdomen and after a meal I become fatigued...
Amey, Like you I was very active before the surgery. I have been an active run, bike, swim guy for years and accused of being a health nut by my co-workers. My condition started very slowly and when...
I am new to this forum also. Had a TC with ileo-rectal anamostsis Oct 4 for CI. My colon was incredibily dilated without my knowledge. I always had a history of constipation and bloating but it was...