Lower rectal resection

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Not sure if that's the correct term but some of my bowel is going on Thursday and I'll have a temporary stoma. It's all a bit scary. I want to thank Nevermind for his post about his stoma reversal. It gave me hope up even though I know it's months away.

Kareno62 22 days ago

Hi Dollyvera Just wanted to wish you all the best for Thursday. It sounds like you’re having a Low Anterior Resection with temporary stoma? I’ve attached a link to a booklet which has some info about the op and also a list of things to remember to pack!

https://bcuk.adidocdn.dev/Publications/Your_Operation/Bowel_Cancer_UK_Your_Operation_Booklet.pdf

Hope all goes well and please keep us posted

Take care

Karen x

Macmillan Support Line - 0808 808 00 00, 7 days a week between 8am-8pm

River Peter3aa429 22 days ago

Hi Dollyvera,

I had the same September last year and a reversal in December. My advice is take it steady afterwards it will take time but small steps make a big difference.

The Colo recral support group if your local Maggies has one is a really good place to get honest and frank answers when you feel able to attend, they have given me great support

Good luck.

RiverPeter

Dollyvera 21 days ago in reply to Kareno62

Thanks Karen I'll have a look at that.

Dollyvera 21 days ago in reply to River Peter3aa429

Sounds like you're well on the road back to normal life River Peter. It's encouraging to hear success stories. Thanks you.