Hi there. Five months ago, I had a stoma reversal. I've been feeling great. A few days ago, I experienced a dull ache on my right side, like a bruise. It hurts to touch. My stoma was on my left side. I'm wondering about scar tissue and if it should hurt. Also, the left side is still more swollen than the right. I also had a hernia removal and 13 more inches removed during the reversal. I just wanted to see if anyone else felt this during healing. Blessings to all.
trishaosh69
Sep 21, 2025 4:38 pm
Tee in TX
Sep 21, 2025 5:03 pm
I hope you are okay, but you need to have it checked out. I am on that same track. I had my colostomy in April, and in June, I developed an umbilical hernia. In order to get my reversal, I need to have a bariatric procedure to lose weight. The doctor said about 50 lbs should be enough to get my reversal. At that time, he would fix my hernia.
Please keep us updated, and again, I hope you will be okay.
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SusanT
Sep 21, 2025 9:31 pm
Since this is new, you should check in with your doctor. It's probably fine, but better to be sure.
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