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Ileostomy reversal coming up - what will be my new normal?

Colorectal Cancer | Last Active: May 14 8:54pm | Replies (59)
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@samuelg1950

I certainly wouldn't discredit anything that your surgeon has told you. However, it's your body and your life. I'd definitely get a second opinion. The freedom of not having to deal with the pouch is well worth it. What have you got to lose?

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cspain123 | @cspain123 | Mar 28, 2023

I had a reconnect after a year from colon cancer. Because of my non existent colon I have had issues with diarrhea, however I would much rather have this than the bag. I am 6 years out, I do take octreotide shots daily to combat the stools, but it is more because of the lack of colon, gallbladder surgery and the many surgeries on my abdomen. You have to do what feels best to you but for me it was worth it.

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