should i go for reversal or keep my ileostomy ?

CT3 I am so so sorry to hear this and to bother you.     Thinking of you at such a stressful time.  Good luck for Tuesday. xx

Hi there , I also have a rectal tumour removed and a temporary stoma fitted , I had my stoma for over a year and when I came to have it reversed I also thought about should I or not ? However I had my reversal two years ago , I stayed in hospital one night as I wanted to recover at home , my recovery was slower than I thought it would be but made sure I had good painkillers to help me . I also found that it took time for the wound to close up and had to see a nurse daily to have it padded . 
2 years on and I still have to be careful of what I eat as I either get constipated or the other way , however the op is worth it and I am happier xx 

it takes time but you will cope and good luck xxx