My test came back showing a suspicious small leak in the rectal anastomosis. Now I need to get a CT scan... not sure what needs to be done if there is a leak, but obviously, this will set me back from getting the reversal done next month. Is this common? My surgeon told me not to worry, but it's easier said than done. Besides the swelling, I feel fine.
spope001
Jun 25, 2024 11:30 pm
Past Member
Jun 26, 2024 1:00 pm
Your surgeon is right, there is no point in worrying. Wait until the test is completed, and you get the results, and take it from there!
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Posted by: HungryHamster
Hi,
Not blowing my own trumpet or anything, but I was at the healthiest I had ever been prior to getting UC symptoms. I was eating very healthy and exercising 6/7 days. I'd love to know if any lifestyle factors affect UC, but I suppose I'll have to wait until they figure out what causes it.
I've been trying to occupy myself by being in contact with friends often, but some days I am really not in the mood and find it hard to drag my mind away from what ends up being a mountain of thoughts. I suppose it's all part of the learning process and I'm sure it'll happen less with time. This website has been great so far. It's great to be able to write this sort of stuff down and chat with people that understand what's going on. For that, I thank everyone on this website.
Thanks,
Hamish.
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spope001
Jun 26, 2024 5:53 pm
I have a loop ileostomy and am supposed to have this reversed, hopefully sometime next month.
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