I lost a lot of weight from diverticulitis. I now have a ileostomy. Will I gain my weight back? I had surgery March 14th. In August I weighed 195, I'm now 120.
nothing4granted
May 26, 2017 10:08 pm
Mrs.A
May 27, 2017 3:52 am
Hi nothing4granted,
I suppose that will depend on your diet and your lifestyle.
Irjosh
May 27, 2017 6:00 am
My diverticulites caused me 40lbs. Sigmoid colon removal helped I suppose. But. After multiple surgerys ans back in bag, for some reason, im on major munch mode this week.
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I am scheduled for my reversal on 12/4. All my pre-admin stuff is completed and my GI signed off on the clearance letter this morning. I am super excited and looking forward to not having a bag. I just hope all goes well and heals well so I don't wake up with a temp bag which will lead to yet another surgery.
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winnie
May 27, 2017 2:00 pm
Hello nothing4granted,
I agree with Mrs.A ..maybe depends on lifestyle and diet..
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