Tomorrow at 8 a.m., I am having the ileostomy reversed. I had to come in and say thank you to everyone who has helped here along the way. I had some pretty low points on this journey, and this community was so supportive and helpful. I appreciate everyone who has chimed in with advice and words of encouragement.
Karasmatic85
May 21, 2025 11:43 pm
IGGIE
May 22, 2025 1:31 am
Good luck, and let us know how you go after your operation.
Regards, IGGIE
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Karasmatic85
May 22, 2025 4:31 am
Reply to IGGIE
Thank you. I'll be back with updates along the way—you guys are too awesome to just leave :)
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Axl
May 22, 2025 5:09 am
Go girl, and a speedy recovery to you.
I hope you get all you wish for.
Axl
TerryLT
May 22, 2025 8:57 pm
All the best of luck going forward, and don't forget we are here if you need us!
Terry
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Karasmatic85
May 22, 2025 11:22 pm
I am out of surgery; so far, I feel good. I am still on clear liquids with the catheter in, so I haven't had a wake-up in the bowels as of yet. That's the part I'm kind of on edge for. I will definitely update: the good, bad, and odd too 💜