Hello everyone. Its been a while since my last post. My name is Karen. My husband David and I live in Houston TX. David has an ostomy and could sure use some advice. Long story short....In 2008 my...
Thank you for your reply notsosicklygirl. He just put a brand new Convetec appliance on this morning and it is already showing signs of possible leaking. His stoma is very active right now....
Hello All, It's been 3 months since my husband's first of two surgeries for a J-Pouch. He lost 20+ pounds in the first 3 weeks but is slowly putting it back on. All in all he feels good, has a great...
I hope your treatments go quickly without too much discomfort. Hang in there!!...
Hi Songlady That is wonderful new! I am sure you are releaved!!! Flu is so very bad so keep well. Stay in touch Karen...
Hi Meg!!! We are glad to have this surgery behind us. Definitely recommend the IV fluids to anyone having this surgery. The pain from the surgery was bad as you well know but the back and prostrate...
Hello All, Thought I would check in and give ya'll an update. My husband had his first of two surgeries to remove his colon, rectum and create his J-Pouch on January 30. I am so incredibly proud of...
Hi notsosicklygirl!!!! YUP it's me:) Yes, he's having the two steps. I know everything will be ok. I remain hopeful....
Hi All, Just wanted to check in. We are a week and one day away from my husband's first of two surgeries to remove his colon/rectum and construction of his J-Pouch. If ever there was a time I wish...
Hi All Just a quick update. We have been interviewing surgeons and decided on Dr. Eric Haas with Methodist. We met with him and we really feel good about choosing him. First of two surgeries is...
Hi Susie Scott McKnight & Bidhan Das are part of the same group - Colon and Rectal Clinic of Houston. You are correct both McKnight and Bidhan have great reviews. I think I have to agree with you...
Hi again straydog. Trust me I have been searching for the best surgeons. Another doctor we would like to see is Eric Haas. We are waiting to hear back from him for an appointment. I would appreciate...
Hi Straydog. We are concerned for sure and plan on continuing to look for a surgeon until my husband feels comfortable. Where do I find that forum you talked about? Thank you....
Hi halo52208 Im sorry to hear that your J-Pouch did not work out for you. Thanks for the tip. I wish you well. Karen...
Hello Just to refresh everyone.... My husband has been living with UC for the past 9 years. His most recent colonoscopy revealed low grade dysplasia throughout his entire colon and rectum. Since...
Hi NiceCupOftea - biopsies revealed low grade dysplasia throughout his colon and rectum and his high risk of colon cancer. Have one more dr. to see on the 29 then he will decide his course of action....
Hi blksteeda and suebear. Thanks for sharing your stories. I love hearing the positive J-Pouch experiences. Gives us hope. Happy Thanksgiving!...
Hello All, Today we got our 3rd opinion and everyone is in agreement. My husband's colon and rectum will need to be removed due to his uncreative colitis over the last 9 years and the development of...
Thank you iPoop....
Hi All, I thought I read somewhere that there is a "Resource" thread somewhere on this forum but I cannot find it. Can someone let me know how to get to it if there is one? Thanks...
Hello All My husband may be needing his colon and rectum removed. I am in Houston. Can anyone recommend a surgeon and ostomy nurse in? I would like to start looking now. Thank you....
Hi notsosicklygirl Exactly. We should know more in the coming weeks. Will keep you posted. Thank you....
My husband David went for a colonoscopy about a month ago. Several biopsies were taken and sent to pathology. When the pathology report came back we met with his doctor to hear the results. Negative,...
Hi Again Sugarmarie I live in Houston Texas. If someone could recommend a doctor that would be great! Thank you for your all your help:)...
Hi Sugarmarie Thank you for your reply. My husband is 65 and in great physical health except for his UC. I worry about him not healing as quickly/well as someone younger. Did you have both your colon...
Hello everyone, We really need to speak to someone that has had their colon and rectum removed and now living with an ostomy. My husband has been battling UC for years and the unthinkable is about to...
Hi iPoop. Thank you so much for all the informative information. You are correct about finding out if surgery is truly necessary. After dealing with the side effects of Remicade I don't think he's...
Hi notsosicklygirl. Thank you for the informative information. We are trying to gather information and get an idea of what to expect in the event we should have to make that decision. My husband has...
Hi FlowersGal. I don't know. We haven't gotten that far yet. Going for second option. Hopefully, we will know more in the next couple weeks. Just trying to get an idea of what to expect. Thanks...
Hello everyone, My husband is 65. I am interested in hearing from those that have had their colon at 65+ years of age or older. My husband has tried everything and nothing has worked. He developed...
Meesh Thanks for your reply. I am glad to hear that you had no side effects. Hopefully, my husband won't either. I'm sorry that the remicade isn't clearing all your inflamation. I wish you all the...
Boxermom2 Thanks for your reply. I have read that it may take weeks or months before the remicade starts to work so dont' be worried just yet. Give it some time. Think positive. The success rate is...
Hello Everyone, I am new to this board. My husband is 57 and was diagnosed with UC 3 years ago. After several failed medications his doctor recommended Remicade. I am scared to death about him...