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Sigmoid colon resection: What to expect for recovery?

Colorectal Cancer | Last Active: Feb 8 9:17am | Replies (235)
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@bernedoodlebailey

Hi. I’m so glad I found this site. I’m seeing a surgeon next week for sigmoid removal and re/section. My colonoscopy today was aborted due to edema. In my report it stated “ middle of stricture with blanched mucosa” along with pics. I have no idea what that means! I was a assuming this surgery would relieve my symptoms. After reading these posts I’m doubtful it will…ugh.

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Colleen Young, Connect Director | @colleenyoung | Oct 29, 2022

Hi @berniedoodlebailey, how was your appointment with the surgeon?

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shelamac65 | @shelamac65 | Oct 29, 2022

Really, there’s light at the end of the tunnel. I had a sigmoid resection done 6 months ago and things are improving quickly now. Remember how long you had lived with the pain and discomfort. So it will take time to feel better and realize it’s major surgery so recovery will take a while. But don’t baby yourself, eat small meals, drink lots of water, exercise regularly when you’re up to it and don’t hesitate to call your doctor for an explanation of your test results, that’s important so you don’t worry about understanding your diagnosis. You WILL get there!

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