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Problems months after colon resection surgery: What Helps?
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Still in extreme pain 9 months post sigmoid resection
My wife had her sigmoid removed in March 2021 due to chronic diverticulitis. She got infected which required antibiotics and ultimately ended up back in the hospital with C-Diff. She has not recovered since and has lost over 40 pounds in 9 months. She has rectal pain and pressure which prevents her from sitting normally. And lately, she is feeling a strong burning sensation in her lower abdomen. We've gone to more than one specialist, but they don't seem concerned even after we plead with them for help. Her latest CT scan in October showed some fat stranding in the anastomosis area so everyone say she's fine. We're both completely deflated over the lack of concern and she has little belief that she is going to get better.
Has anyone else had these symptoms (mainly the rectal pressure and lower abdominal burning)? If so, how did you treat? We are desperate to find her some relief. Any guidance would be so greatly appreciated.
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How horrible for both of you. Could it be diet-related? Maybe research healing foods and supplements. Advise going to a naturopath and other alternative healers. Also enrol in a pain management course probably provided by a hospital. It worked for my sister who thinks of something else when in pain. Good luck
Hello, so sorry to hear of your pain and ongoing problem. I too had my sigmoid removed almost 11 months ago. I am currently under the care of another surgeon for an extra set of eyes on me. I have not been able to learn why I still have ongoing lower abdominal pain in the resected section. I too experience a burning pain most everyday. If I learn anything new on how to help our situation I will share it. I have had CT, MRI and no answers. All my best!
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Hi Shelfitz, welcome. How upsetting that your wife continues to have painful symptoms nine months after surgery, like rectal pressure and lower abdominal burning. You'll notice that I've moved your post to this discussion about post-surgical issues. I did this to connect you with other members like @joyce1 @robinmacdonald @louiel @dcoakley @doodily10 @phil123 @glacier @tbillz119 @mdavids @lorijbq who have had the same surgery. Through their experiences, I'm hoping that they can provide tips and ideas about your wife's discomfort and what course of action you might be able to pursue to get answers from her medical team.
Shelfitz, while you continue to look for the underlying cause, what do you find helps her sit comfortably? Have you tried an inflatable ring, like a pool ring? What has the medical team offered for her pain? Have you considered seeking a second opinion?