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Removal of sigmoid colon due to diverticulitis: How to deal with pain?

Digestive Health | Last Active: Jul 12, 2023 | Replies (50)
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@burlguy

I had the surgery 4 weeks ago and had the same right side stinging tearing type pain on right side, surgeon told me there are nerves there that affect most people the same so it’s normal and it did go away for me.
It’s definitely a tough surgery but what your feeling is common from what I’m told .

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jerussia1 | @jerussia1 | May 17, 2022

I had the surgery done last Thursday and yes, the pain after was excruciating. They removed 12 inches of my colon. It didn't have any type of disease. It was just too long for my body. I am feeling better today. Still some pain, soreness and discomfort. I have my follow up appointment tomorrow and my colonoscopy in 4 weeks. I only knew something was wrong because I ended up in the ER with extreme abdominal pain. I had been complaining about constipation and stomach issues for years. I'm glad for the ER visit because finally someone was able to do something for me.

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