Early colonoscopy

Hi Jools63. 

Your bowels can continue to improve for up to a couple of years after a reversal and I remember I seemed to take 2 steps forward and then 3 back sometimes. When I had my reversal the surgeon told me they had a quick look around while they were there and everything looked ok and they may have done the same with you?  Did you also have a scan before your reversal?

I know things like this bring all the bad memories rushing back but your doctor has acted promptly and the colonoscopy will check everything out. I remember getting my first colonoscopy appointment within a few days of being referred and it was because they’d had a cancellation so please dont assume that it’s a bad sign.

Please let us know how you get on?

Take care

Karen x

Hi Karen62

• I didn’t have a scan before my reversal. I remember you saying it could take up to two years for bowels to settle down. The worry I have is that my bowels are reacting how they did after chemotherap Thanks so much for your message. I already feel more confident.

Hi Karen 

I had my colonoscopy today and only a small poly was found. Phew! The surgeon said how great my results from my lower anterior resection were. Shame my original surgeon didn’t share that news. I’ve spoken to my GP, and she’s referring me to a thyroid specialist. I can’t believe how quickly everyone has worked to get me this far. Once again I am grateful and very humbled. 
Thank you for your support. I really hope things are going well for you.

Hi Jools63. Oh that is good news and good to hear that the results from your LAR were so good too. Hopefully your appointment with the thyroid specialist will come through quickly.

Im doing ok thanks - preparing to move house in a couple of weeks time so surrounded by boxes eek!

Karen x

So pleased that you are doing okay. Wow! Moving house. Wishing you the very best of luck with it. Take good care of yourself. Xx