This topic is about someone sharing their experience eight days after having a colostomy reversal. They are excited about their progress and are managing their recovery with a positive attitude. Here are some key points from their update:

- They experienced a significant milestone with their bowel movements, noticing a change from watery to pasty to a semi-formed, ribbon-like consistency. This is a hopeful sign that they are moving towards a more normal bowel function.

- For a primary-care appointment, they took precautions by wearing an adult diaper and carrying a spare, which allowed them to visit several stores afterward without any issues.

- They are experiencing some rectal pain, but only when a bowel movement is about to happen or if they try to delay it. To manage this, they avoid holding in stool.

- There is persistent side pain, which they expected based on their previous experience when the stoma was created.

- They also have occasional shoulder nerve pain that lasts about 30 minutes.

- A follow-up appointment with their surgeon is scheduled for the next day.

- Their mood is very positive, and they feel a sense of achievement, comparing their progress to the iconic moment of Rocky reaching the top of the steps.

In the replies, other members of the community offered encouragement and celebrated the poster's progress, although no specific medical or product advice was given.