Loop Ileostomy Reversal - Surgery Update and Family Challenges

The alien has been returned to its natural habitat! Surgery at 7 am this morning....spent half the day in ER with my mom (mid-nineties) yesterday...she has a bowel obstruction so she is now on the seventh floor and I am on the third floor ..same hospital...she is doing good and so am I. Pain is pretty intense but they are staying on it...I'm up and puttering around my room with IV pole for support....may go up and see mom tomorrow. Only getting broth and juice right now. I had so many obstacles to overcome to get to this point. I am truly grateful for all those who have shared their experiences. Thank you especially to Jodie!

Hello Celia.
Thank you so much for taking time out to keep us up to date and sharing your experiences.
I am pleased that things are going well for you both.
Best wishes

Bill 

Thank you, Bill. The surgeon just came in and said all looked well. But we are adding food through very slowly. He was surprised I started walking three hours after surgery. He is anticipating recovery will go smoothly. Mom is four floors above me on broth as well...lol... could not have planned it better.

Congrats. 

It was a surprise to me that you were up and walking so soon after surgery. You're going to do great. Glad your mom is nearby and doing well.

Words of Encouragement from Ostomy Advocates I Hollister

Good to hear that things are going well. It gives me hope for when my turn comes. Keep us posted and stay strong for your mother. I hope you both get to go home soon.

Daniel