I have colorectal cancer and was operated on in June 2014. I had an ileostomy and am now facing the prospect of a reversal operation. They found microscopic cancer cells in two of the 18 lymph nodes that were taken out when they removed my tumor, so I had 26 weeks of chemo which finished in March 2015. I have had two clear CT scans and good blood results, so I feel now is the time to think about a reversal. However, having gotten my life back, full-time job, and being out and about, I am worried about the restrictions a reversal may put on my life. Living with an ileostomy is not as bad as I thought, relatively easy really. Can anyone advise me on this issue as I am really nervous about it?
Many thanks
ABB
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