As most know here I had a LAR August last year and before the op I was told two to three months however with the Covid situation it would be six
I had the blue dye test January that showed I would need an EAU to check that all was clear for a reversal. I was also told at my follow up that they thought that whilst under a GA if all was clear they would reverse me.
I thought that makes perfect sense as why have two lots of GA but it would mean I wouldn’t know before going in if I was able to be reversed. So I was told I would need a pre op
That was January
Previously my surgeon had said that reversals are best at two months and a maximum of six. Twelve months was not so successful
So here I am a couple of weeks away from the year and all my diary dates that were planned have been deleted. There’s not going to be a colonoscopy August because I haven’t been reversed. I’m waiting for a CT scan appointment and my CEA levels are due August
I am in a state of limbo really
How long did others wait before having a reversal and if over twelve months was it really difficult to gain bowel control?
Im seriously thinking of not bothering and booking a holiday!
Hi John
I think my consultant is stuck with the ridiculous long list he has with no beds. I’ve opened the door for private but I won’t have anything done unless my team agree. My chap doesn’t work privately he’s teaching his skills to others. He’s amazing but looked so stressed when I saw him Monday. I want to do the best to give me the chance of managing the reversal. I am not sure I will manage eighteen months after my op. So it’s a wait and see. I haven’t booked my flights to Spain. My nurse said to wait he’s going to do his best to squeeze me in. The NHS are amazing and I feel so blessed to have such support. They have their hands tied.
just keeping my fingers crossed
Ann
Got my date for reversal !
2nd September. Whoopee x
Ann
Thanks Moira
How are you?
Ann
Fantastic.
all the best.will be thinking of you.
Love Kath
Woohooo! Fantastic news! 
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Love Kim xx
Yes I’m chuffed. Hopefully I will be up and out asap. Not sure about Whoopi though she’s VERY vocal. Think she knows she’s going into lock down.
Hope you get some results soon and enjoy London. X
Ann
