I had a temporary ileostomy for 15mths, reversed in Feb 2025. Since the reversal I’ve experienced 4 incidents of intense cramps in the upper centre of my abdomen, about 3 fingers above my tummy button. This can last for a couple of hours. I mentioned the first 2 incidents to the surgeon at my post-op checks at 9wks and was advised to walk regularly and drink plenty of water, which I was doing anyway! I’ve also tried gentle massage and heat packs. My diet is including more fibre too. Any suggestions please??
Hi AlbaH
I haven’t had this type of surgery so unfortunately I can’t help, but I hope that others who have had the reversal done will come along and post if they’ve had something similar happen.
Sarah xx
Hi AlbaH
I found that I had to be careful with my diet early days. When I had discomfort I massaged the area kept it warm and did pelvic floor which I did morning and night if able
My food was prone to stick around the wound area so I stayed on low fibre little and often.
It settles and hopefully you’ll have less discomfort as things settle
Best wishes
Ann
Thanks for your reply, I’ve gone back to the low fibre diet and smaller portions again… hoping it will settle 
Thanks, I can’t pinpoint what has caused it so I’m back on low fibre and smaller portions again
