Having ileostomy reversal on Feb 5th. I have no colon. Dr.
Said to expect 3-6 BMs per day. I don't know what to expect after surgery: fatigue, weight loss/gain, accidents? Anybody?
Bagface
Jan 25, 2019 5:58 pm
NJ Bain
Jan 25, 2019 7:02 pm
Bagface,
I opted out of having my ileostomy reversed because I was told that due to the lack of a colon, my BMs would be acidic with possible rashes to my bum and as you said, multiple BMs a day. Kind of like constantly having the runs.
You can do a search in the field provided up above with the keywords "ileostomy reversal" and you will see all the positive and negative forum posts on the subject. Hope this helps.
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Past Member
Jan 26, 2019 12:20 am
I just wanted to wish you the best on your upcoming surgery. Wish I could help more, but all I can offer is my support. You'll be okay!
Linda
Onedayatatime
Jan 26, 2019 1:33 am
Hi. I had my reversal 10 months ago. My experience is it's been very rough. Everyone is different, so you might sail through it with minimal issues. I still have 10 to 20 BMs a day. Intense anus pain. One bout with anal fissures, which makes it feel like you're passing shards of glass. Things I wish I'd known before I came home from the reversal: have a handheld bidet to clean yourself with after BM. You still have to dab the area a bit. Vaseline on the area beforehand and after. Soaking in hot baths. No soap, just warm water, Epsom salts, and coconut oil. The frequency of BMs does a number on that area.
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