Hi
i was given a loop colostomy in Dec 21, after finding out I was advanced stage 4 N1 Anal cancer, iv had no problems with my stoma infact it’s actually really help as for many years iv suffered with my bowels always constipated, I do still get like this but just seems to be much easier to deal with having my stoma, I now have a parastomal hernia which a hate, iv had to change the way I dress, and I have melt downs when going to an occasion as I feel I look horrible in everything I try on it really gets me down, anyway my question is, after have the reversal what should i expect as my colorectal surgeon said I would be going to the toilet 5 to 10 times a day I could leak poo, I don’t want any of that, does it get better or will I have to live like that, I’m going in for a sigmoid scope I think to check if all is ok down there I’m in remission no signs of tumour but I suppose they need to check to see if there is that chance of leaking just want to talk to someone that has gone through both reversal and hernia repair, I know everyone is different and we all heal differently but want to know what could possibly happen any advice welcome and thanks for reading
Laura x x
You’re more than welcome.
I like to be well prepared the just incase attitude has served me well. in the first two weeks I used the pads I only used ten out of a twenty pack. I’ve kept them just in case
I have good control now and travel abroad eat out and live life to the full however I always carry a security pad just in case. Just the slim pads that give me a that little confidence when I’m eating out or travelling
All the best with your op
Ann
I’m really sorry the op was cancelled, especially at such a late stage for you-mentally, that’s tough to deal with. I hope your next date goes ahead smoothly for you.
Sarah xx
