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I have tried Miralax, Dulcilax, stool softeners, drinking more water (although now I can't because of...

https://connect.mayoclinic.org/comment/950648/

Discussion: My stool softeners and miralax aren't working, how come?

Support Group: Digestive Health

Posted: Oct 20, 2023

I’m so sorry you are having trouble finding the right answers. I have diverticulosis and now...

https://connect.mayoclinic.org/comment/819228/

Discussion: Anyone else have a Redundant / Tortuous Colon?

Support Group: Digestive Health

Posted: Mar 1, 2023

Thank you too. I’ve tried it all even combo drug with linzess, the prescription combo drug...

https://connect.mayoclinic.org/comment/643611/

Discussion: Anyone else have severe constipation?

Support Group: Digestive Health

Posted: Oct 9, 2021

Had my sigmoid colon resection Sept 2022, the day before the hurricane! I live in Florida,...

https://connect.mayoclinic.org/comment/884203/

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

Support Group: Digestive Health

Posted: Jun 24, 2023

My bucket looks most similar to Ansino International enema bucket. There is also Gentle -L-Care and...

https://connect.mayoclinic.org/comment/735609/

Discussion: Anyone else have a Redundant / Tortuous Colon?

Support Group: Digestive Health

Posted: Aug 9, 2022

Hi Lisa and thank you so much for asking. I saw my gastroenterologist again today. His...

https://connect.mayoclinic.org/comment/1268974/

Discussion: diagnosed with Mobile cecum and redundant colon

Support Group: Digestive Health

Posted: Mar 28, 2025

When you have both of these issues it is hard to deal with. I used to...

https://connect.mayoclinic.org/comment/1392116/

Discussion: Hemorrhoid or diverticulitis?

Support Group: Digestive Health

Posted: Sep 12, 2025

I cried a lot in the hospital after the 3rd surgery could not get to the...

https://connect.mayoclinic.org/comment/221383/

Discussion: How to manage SIBO symptoms?

Support Group: Digestive Health

Posted: Oct 25, 2018

I just returned from the Mayo in MN and I have a redundant and torturous colon....

https://connect.mayoclinic.org/comment/1044192/

Discussion: Anyone else have a Redundant / Tortuous Colon?

Support Group: Digestive Health

Posted: Apr 2, 2024

My sigmoid resection was also about 8 inches and my colon cancer did metastasize to the...

https://connect.mayoclinic.org/comment/893411/

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

Support Group: Digestive Health

Posted: Jul 10, 2023

@marionclark I went through a similar colon abscess/diverticulitis in October, 2022, which resulted in a colon...

https://connect.mayoclinic.org/comment/848422/

Discussion: Living with diverticulitis: How do I keep it from coming back?

Support Group: Digestive Health

Posted: Apr 24, 2023

Iam so happy for you! You have been through alot. I just had my B12 levels...

https://connect.mayoclinic.org/comment/698857/

Discussion: How do you manage daily life with IBS-D?

Support Group: Digestive Health

Posted: Apr 13, 2022

I had 5 surgeries in 13 months, due to diverticulitis. Very bad bowel blockage, had a...

https://connect.mayoclinic.org/comment/1353724/

Discussion: How do I eat after digestive tract surgery?

Support Group: Digestive Health

Posted: Jul 22, 2025

I'm so glad that your endoscopy was moved up to next week! Please please keep us...

https://connect.mayoclinic.org/comment/1225855/

Discussion: Tips for managing chronic small bowel obstructions?

Support Group: Digestive Health

Posted: Jan 30, 2025

Hello, Celia16, I have issues (72 yo) but none that would explain the constipation, other than...

https://connect.mayoclinic.org/comment/1167454/

Discussion: Problem with Chronic constipation

Support Group: Digestive Health

Posted: Nov 3, 2024

This is so me!!!! Several years ago, I would notice I was shaky in the mornings...

https://connect.mayoclinic.org/comment/653824/

Discussion: GI Disorder and Internal Shaking

Support Group: Digestive Health

Posted: Nov 13, 2021

Suziq52 The way you got to your sigmoid surgery sounds a lot like my story. I...

https://connect.mayoclinic.org/comment/776062/

Discussion: Seeking support for recovery from diverticulitis surgery

Support Group: Digestive Health

Posted: Nov 21, 2022

Hello @s35flyer, I would like to join John @johnbishop, in welcoming you to Mayo Clinic Connect....

https://connect.mayoclinic.org/comment/601464/

Discussion: Diverticulitis and colectomy

Support Group: Digestive Health

Posted: May 13, 2021

Hi, @graciek. I was prompted by your situation as similar in some respects to mine. I...

https://connect.mayoclinic.org/comment/1088829/

Discussion: Seeking support for recovery from diverticulitis surgery

Support Group: Digestive Health

Posted: Jun 17, 2024

Do not be fearful of colostomy surgery! The doctor will cut a small hole in your...

https://connect.mayoclinic.org/comment/169435/

Discussion: Ostomy: Adapting to life after colostomy, ileostomy or urostomy

Support Group: Ostomy & J-Pouch

Posted: Oct 17, 2017