So I am waiting for a proctectomy and Barbie butt... I am very anxious about the recovery from this operation. Can anyone share their experiences with me? Thanks, Susie.
AngelRose
Jul 25, 2025 7:54 am
IGGIE
Jul 25, 2025 11:24 am
I don't get it; your heading says you're not going to have a reversal, then you're asking about the recovery and information.
Regards, IGGIE
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Thank you for your quick reply. I'll discuss irrigation with my doctor. I'm sure it would be down the road. My output is still very liquid. It's all so unpredictable at 6 weeks post-op. I have such a fear of constipation as I struggled with this forever. I used a fiber source to thicken the stool but it hasn't helped very much. I guess I will continue to be positive but it is a bit of a pain. This website is great and everyone is so informative. Cheryl
Ben38
Jul 25, 2025 11:37 am
I was in that much pain before having Barbie butt recovery. It was easy; I was in less pain than before surgery. The only problem I had was an abscess that took a few months to heal.
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ron in mich
Jul 25, 2025 1:35 pm
Hi Susie, welcome to the site. My suggestion is to get a good soft pillow and eat protein-rich foods for healing.
Axl
Jul 26, 2025 11:37 am
Many make the same decision or go back to an ileostomy after failed reversals of several types. It's a tough decision, but I don't recall anyone regretting it. I don't, but we don't know all your history.
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