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@jlind12, you may wish to join these discussions: - Dealing with LARS (low anterior resection syndrome)...

https://connect.mayoclinic.org/comment/1165891/

Discussion: I want a colostomy after having had a ileostomy reversal

Support Group: Colorectal Cancer

Posted: Oct 31, 2024

What an ordeal. I'm glad you persisted eventhough you were in such a horrible state. You...

https://connect.mayoclinic.org/comment/1022630/

Discussion: Rectovaginal fistula after rectal radiotherapy

Support Group: Colorectal Cancer

Posted: Feb 25, 2024

Welcome @bea1972 and @annesophie, you may also be interested in this related discussion: - Dealing with...

https://connect.mayoclinic.org/comment/744997/

Discussion: Looking for a Low anterior resection syndrome (LARS) specialist

Support Group: Colorectal Cancer

Posted: Sep 3, 2022

Yes, there is a lot to learn and there are support groups, like the forums here...

https://connect.mayoclinic.org/comment/1033498/

Discussion: Rectal Cancer - Hospital Recommendation

Support Group: Colorectal Cancer

Posted: Mar 14, 2024

My surgeon told me the same thing they told you. LARS can happen or not. If...

https://connect.mayoclinic.org/comment/1023249/

Discussion: Adenocarcinoma - just diagnosed

Support Group: Colorectal Cancer

Posted: Feb 26, 2024

Following 12 months of dysfunctional LARS I have now had a permanent colostomy for over four...

https://connect.mayoclinic.org/comment/167232/

Discussion: Colon Cancer: Fecal Incontinence and Reversal Surgery

Support Group: Colorectal Cancer

Posted: Dec 6, 2018

Hello @llmichigan and welcome to Mayo Connect. I see that you are interested in finding a...

https://connect.mayoclinic.org/comment/1152379/

Discussion: Looking for a Low anterior resection syndrome (LARS) specialist

Support Group: Colorectal Cancer

Posted: Oct 5, 2024

Hi @rosebud14, welcome to Mayo Clinic Connect, an online community where you can connect with other...

https://connect.mayoclinic.org/comment/326528/

Discussion: Looking for a Low anterior resection syndrome (LARS) specialist

Support Group: Colorectal Cancer

Posted: Nov 2, 2020

They usually wait several months before reversal. Then you must be prepared for possibly suffering from...

https://connect.mayoclinic.org/comment/1057547/

Discussion: Adenocarcinoma - just diagnosed

Support Group: Colorectal Cancer

Posted: Apr 26, 2024

Am also looking for a LARS specialist. Pls advise if there is such at Mayo. Desperate...

https://connect.mayoclinic.org/comment/679608/

Discussion: Looking for a Low anterior resection syndrome (LARS) specialist

Support Group: Colorectal Cancer

Posted: Feb 10, 2022

Welcome, @eastham1995. While we wait for others like @annejacobsen and @shilo to join in, I thought...

https://connect.mayoclinic.org/comment/700270/

Discussion: Dealing with LARS (low anterior resection syndrome)

Support Group: Colorectal Cancer

Posted: Apr 18, 2022

Also looking for a LARS specialist in Michigan, preferably north of Grand Rapids, if possible. Would...

https://connect.mayoclinic.org/comment/1152193/

Discussion: Looking for a Low anterior resection syndrome (LARS) specialist

Support Group: Colorectal Cancer

Posted: Oct 5, 2024

Hi Teresa, My symptoms are normal and expected for Low Anterior Resection Syndrome (LARS) after rectal...

https://connect.mayoclinic.org/comment/1350713/

Discussion: How do I eat after digestive tract surgery?

Support Group: Digestive Health

Posted: Jul 18 3:11am

Hi @apuakumamma, in addition to the helpful reply you got from @cjay, I'm tagging @lou3 @happygrandpa...

https://connect.mayoclinic.org/comment/1087033/

Discussion: Severe nutrition issues after LAR surgery and stoma reversal surgery

Support Group: Colorectal Cancer

Posted: Jun 14, 2024

I am so sorry you are going through this. I can totally relate! I have been...

https://connect.mayoclinic.org/comment/1373249/

Discussion: Living with long-term bowel side effects post anal cancer treatment

Support Group: Colorectal Cancer

Posted: Aug 18 7:59am

@michaelfromsf, I'm tagging @cjay @lou3 @happygrandpa @pjebp @verol65, who may have experiences to share with you...

https://connect.mayoclinic.org/comment/1099917/

Discussion: How long between LARS, stoma and reversal for you?

Support Group: Colorectal Cancer

Posted: Jul 5, 2024

I don’t have any advice (lots of empathy), but I was directed to a Facebook group...

https://connect.mayoclinic.org/comment/1019406/

Discussion: Rectovaginal fistula after rectal radiotherapy

Support Group: Colorectal Cancer

Posted: Feb 20, 2024

Thank you for this post! It’s very helpful to read others stories and learn of their...

https://connect.mayoclinic.org/comment/617344/

Discussion: Sigmoid colon resection: What to expect for recovery?

Support Group: Digestive Health

Posted: Jul 17, 2021

The two-stage Turnbull-Cutait consists of two surgeries. The first one is the longest (3 to 4...

https://connect.mayoclinic.org/comment/1033153/

Discussion: Rectal Cancer - Hospital Recommendation

Support Group: Colorectal Cancer

Posted: Mar 13, 2024

@shilo, while we wait for members to reply, I’d like to list some information from Mayo...

https://connect.mayoclinic.org/comment/232686/

Discussion: Dealing with LARS (low anterior resection syndrome)

Support Group: Colorectal Cancer

Posted: Dec 6, 2018

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