After having a resection of my terminal ilieum due to crohns a few years ago, then surgery for colon cancer a year and a half ago I now have a fixed stricture in my terminal ilieum that needs to be surgically removed in a couple of weeks. I am living on liquids until surgery. As much as I hate to have anotheer surgery, I pray it goes well and I dont need an ileostomy as I already have a permanent colostomy. I look forward to eating again!
Reply posted for jjmcchristian.
Well I'm going back to work april 21st! It's been a tough recovery but I made it! I think my small intestine is adapting, I'm going to ask my nutritionist if I can reduce another day or two of the TPN. It's finally getting warmer here in upstate NY! I've been putting some miles on the new motorcycle and loving every minute of it!
Reply posted for zorba.
Had surgery on 1/17, due to complications of crohns, radiation damage, adhesions wound up having most of my small intestine removed, I have 30" left. I am recovering well, had to have a pic line put in and am on TPN 5 days a week. Hopefully I can get off TPN at some point. But it's not the end of the world, I'm still here, just bought a new motorcycle and can't wait for nice weather!
Reply posted for zorba.
I'm praying for you...I Can't imagine 8 surgeries. I wish you a quick, permanent recovery!
Reply posted for zorba.
Good luck on your upcoming surgery. I pray that it goes well and you find some relief soon.
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