Anyone else have a Redundant / Tortuous Colon?

About a year ago I had a colonoscopy that revealed this diagnosis. I have had GI issues for years, and this was the first time I had heard of this. For this procedure, I took a double dose of the cleanse drink given my slow transit issues. The doc said I still needed an enema of some sort to clean me out given stool was still in the colon. How is that possible when you basically are all liquid coming up the back end, and could not understand how anything could be left in you. Well, 10 months later I am back to where I was feeling miserable, and jammed up. I did a colon cleanse 5 days ago (regular strength) and nothing changed. Is there a more high powered enema that I need to have? Trying to convince my doc to do that, but they insist on trying medication first which to this point has not helped. So frustrated.

About a year ago I had a colonoscopy that revealed this diagnosis. I have had GI issues for years, and this was the first time I had heard of this. For this procedure, I took a double dose of the cleanse drink given my slow transit issues. The doc said I still needed an enema of some sort to clean me out given stool was still in the colon. How is that possible when you basically are all liquid coming up the back end, and could not understand how anything could be left in you. Well, 10 months later I am back to where I was feeling miserable, and jammed up. I did a colon cleanse 5 days ago (regular strength) and nothing changed. Is there a more high powered enema that I need to have? Trying to convince my doc to do that, but they insist on trying medication first which to this point has not helped. So frustrated.

barjar -- Glad you found relief. I Googled the drug and NIH said it is used for bile-acid diarrhea or ileal resection/disease. Is that what you had/have? Note that I have read that even with a tortuous colon, it doesn't always bother people and a gut health problem can lie elsewhere.

researchmaven,
Thanx so much. I really appreciate the detailed explanation, I am 65, but my brain is more like 95, due to my 2 recreational accidents 18 years ago. 👋ShelleyW

I have a tortuous colon and suffered with chronic diarrhea. A new
Gastroenterologist prescribed Cholestyremine. I believe it is a natural
product. I take one a day. It really works.

I’ve been dealing with weight loss, diarrhea, bloating, gas feeling full and acid buildup. I had my first colonoscopy/ upper endoscopy and it revealed that I have a torturous colon.I’m currently taking anti diarrheal, acid reducer and nausea meds as needed.
I’m very interested to hear about what foods are easier with this issue/ issues. I have not had much luck with most foods except bland.

Hi ShelleyW,

Happy to hear back from you 🙂

Yes, you can certainly whip the egg whites. Consider trying egg whites in a carton -- once; they are thin compared to whole egg whites (so less gross?) and you'll have less wash-up than whipping whites.

Glad coconut oil works sounds yummy to you; there is avocado oil in your Arbonne mix (I checked), avocado oil is possible too, but maybe not as yummy. Note the saturated fat of coconut oil is between that of olive oil and butter in terms of health impact, but that may not be something you need to consider. It does taste good, even the smidgen I use (1/4-1/2 teaspoon).

I note that Azure Market (online/mail order) sells the pea protein isolate I use. It is $9.84 for 1 lb and 39.57 for 5 lb. Your Arbonne product, by volume, has that has its top ingredient.

And yes, try chia powder for fiber and whatever else is good in it. I use 1/2 teaspoon in my hot cereal mix as the quantity matters too and more than that may be harsh on my gut. I definitely avoid chia seeds due to the same concern you have.

LiveKuna Organic Plantain Flour is now solely sold on Amazon. I have to admit I love it and besides using it for hot cereal, it is my "flour" for other sweet things. I use another brand of plantain flour for savory baked goods. I have to buy 11 lb though; I get it from an online restaurant wholesaler.

All my best to you!