I am new to this website and having a little difficulty navigating the site. Can anyone provide input on ileostomy reversal surgery. I had the initial surgery 9 months ago and will meet with a new surgeon soon. Thank you. Helenevic
Helenevic
Jul 30, 2020 8:15 pm
Past Member
Jul 30, 2020 9:14 pm
Hi Helenevic,
If you click on Collections, and then on Premium Content in the drop down menu, you will find lots of posts on reversals. Good luck with your reversal.
Laurie
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Bagface
Aug 01, 2020 8:18 pm
Hi Helenevic- Welcome to the site! I had an ileostomy reversal surgery in Feb, 2019 , after having an ileostomy ( resulting from a subtotal colectomy) for 6 months. It was a little rough at first; 8-12 trips to the bathroom per day and I had to be quick about it! Now I average 4-5 trips per day, depending, of course, on how much I eat. I have much better control now than I did initially. I can eat anything I want, but I have to be careful not to eat too much greasy foods. My reversal was a success, due to an exceptional surgeon and I was so happy to get rid of that rotten bag.
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