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Anyone else have a Redundant / Tortuous Colon?

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@lazycatdayz

I also have a redundant colon, transverse and sigmoid. Saw a colorectal surgeon who suggested further testing, consider laparoscopic sigmoid resection. Putting that on hold and trying to manage it with lifestyle and strengthening pelvic floor. I agree it is hard to know what to eat because of course we worry about obstruction! I have been able to increase my fiber intake (about 20-25grams) gradually as long as I’m drinking 2 L of water and taking 4 ounces of warm prune juice at night. Since I’ve done that, I am getting much better movements and not having as much abdominal pain since I am clearer. This condition sucks. Wishing you the best of luck.

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Hi, I also have a redundant colon, transverse and sigmoid. I was recently hospitalized for a blockage and sigmoid volvulus. I did not have a resection "yet". I am being pushed by just about everyone to have this surgery before the redundant colon twists again but I am trying to control this with diet. I am new to this forum and learning a lot. Thank you everyone for posting. Did you end up having the laparoscopic sigmoid resection? If so, how did it go and how are you doing? Thank you!