I had my sigmoid (and some other parts) removed via open surgery on 5/6/19. Since then, I developed an anastomtic leak (5/16) SBO (8/19 caused by adhesions—this was resolved with laparoscopic surgery) and had another bowel resection on 11/6 after I had a bowel perforation. This was caused by an unconfirmed entrocutaneous fistula. I developed sepsis as the result of another leak and was hospitalized for five weeks. In my experience, it has taken a lot of adjustment, and my digestion still isn’t normal. Part of this is because I underwent chemo which caused some digestive issues, but stopped chemo in 8/19. I am still struggling with bouts of painful
Constipation. It makes me fearful of another obstruction. I think a lot of it has to do with what I eat because I’m typically a healthy eater and a lot of healthy foods are troublesome. My nutritionist said to take 1/2 to 1 dose of miralax daily if needed. I have a lot of bloating after eating and I’m guessing this may be my new normal. Drink a lot of fluid and try the miralax. If you have other specific questions I will be happy to answer