Anyone else have a Redundant / Tortuous Colon?

I too have redundant colon. I have lost 25 lbs in less than 2 years. I was slim before. Started getting bad constipation about 7 months ago. Primary Dr said it was because I take opioids for chronic pain. I disagreed because I had been taking opioids for 16 years and I take only 25% of what I was taking before and constipation wasn't a problem. I had 2 unsuccessfull colonoscopies and finally a Barium enema showed my colon had so many sharp turns. The last Dr thought I might have colon cancer so it was a relief to hear it is redundant colon, sort of. I am still losing weight. I look like crap. I take Movantik, an opioid antagonist for your guts. protein shakes with a lot of fruit and Miralax once or twice a day. Either no BM or 3-4 explosive BM. I never know what Im going to get. Afraid to go vacation. Im supposed to see a colorectal surgeon in 3 days. Im expecting she is going to suggest colon reduction. Any one had that?

Hello,
I had a redundant large intestine, which caused constipation, no matter what I ate or how many caps of Miralax I used, typically four or more a day, I would get constipated and be in severe pain. I had my large intestine removed, except for the final 6 inches so I could have a rectum with control, that has been such a game changer for me and I wish I would’ve known about it and done it sooner. I think it is an individual issue and each person is different. Meaning what works for someone may not work for someone else. I had issues my whole life with this and after failing the SitzMark rings test twice And trying large amounts of Miralax and different diets, I decided to just go ahead and have the procedure. For me personally, it was one of the best decisions I’ve ever made.

I have it too now that I’m older I can barely manage this condition
Lots of twisting and what seems like temporary blocksages some lasting a couple very painful hits
Has anyone else had this? I asked dr why the can’t just take some out?
Vicki

I think my redundant colon was caused by Diverticulitis scarring. The Dr. Could no longer get the scope thru so I had to have 12" of my colon removed

Hi, I have a torturous colon and have had bouts of constipation, some diarrhea, stomach pain and nausea. I am taking Konsyl Daily Psyllium fiber capsules, Florastor Probiotic, and MiraLax when constipated for a few days. I take ondansetron for nausea. (Prescription). About 5 years ago I was diagnosed with SIBO, but that was treated with a special antibiotic and was on a strict diet. That is gone now. I took Iberogast which helps with motility last spring…was great for awhile, but ended up with diarrhea. I recently was constipated for 6 days…that was scary, but finally was able to have a bowel movement. Now I am being careful and making sure I am able to go at least every 3 days…though, my bowel movements are round pebbles, but at least I am going. I do drink coffee every day, but had not heard that it is constipating. I will try to avoid it. I am 77 years old and do not want to have surgery. I am very tired of the symptoms and not feeling well and looking for a bathroom. Trying to enjoy life, but with this it is not easy….

I have it too now that I’m older I can barely manage this condition
Lots of twisting and what seems like temporary blocksages some lasting a couple very painful hits
Has anyone else had this? I asked dr why the can’t just take some out?
Vicki

Hi, I have a torturous colon and have had bouts of constipation, some diarrhea, stomach pain and nausea. I am taking Konsyl Daily Psyllium fiber capsules, Florastor Probiotic, and MiraLax when constipated for a few days. I take ondansetron for nausea. (Prescription). About 5 years ago I was diagnosed with SIBO, but that was treated with a special antibiotic and was on a strict diet. That is gone now. I took Iberogast which helps with motility last spring…was great for awhile, but ended up with diarrhea. I recently was constipated for 6 days…that was scary, but finally was able to have a bowel movement. Now I am being careful and making sure I am able to go at least every 3 days…though, my bowel movements are round pebbles, but at least I am going. I do drink coffee every day, but had not heard that it is constipating. I will try to avoid it. I am 77 years old and do not want to have surgery. I am very tired of the symptoms and not feeling well and looking for a bathroom. Trying to enjoy life, but with this it is not easy….

I have the same problem and can go for a week without going. Fortunately I don’t have any stomach pain. Have you noticed if crackers or dense crusty bread makes it worse? Those will cause bloating and mucous discharge and really bad constipation to me.