Connect
← Return to Anyone else have a Redundant / Tortuous Colon?
Discussion
Anyone else have a Redundant / Tortuous Colon?
Digestive Health | Last Active: 5 days ago | Replies (1026)Comment receiving replies
I’ve found out this year about having a redundant colon. This is very traumatic for me. I’m usually sick the majority of the time dealing with constipation. The pain of bowel movement of any kind is truly torturous in every aspect of the condition. I’m needing a doctor that has the patience to listen and understand that I need help daily. Not just from meal to meal, but the entire digestive process, of which is painful to endure constantly.
Replies to "I’ve found out this year about having a redundant colon. This is very traumatic for me...."
Yes, I do! Just had a colonoscopy and this time no problems. Found one pre-cancerous polyp.
Connect
If I eat the wrong foods, I can definitely have the pain you describe. I don't eat like everyone else. I drink a lot of my food -- blended or chunky vegetable soups, cooked hot cereal, nothing raw (too hard to digest), only fish, lactaid-free milk, egg whites and protein powder. And more, but I may have more issues than you. I always drink something, to help move things along in my extra-long redundant colon. Water is great for that - just sip throughout the day.
Consider a dietitian -- one that specializes in GI issues. A lot of virtual appointments are available now, so they don't have to be within driving distance. I don't use one, but if you are looking for expert advice, that may be a good source.