Ulcerative Colitis: Takedown Surgery Scars
Three months after my takedown surgery this is what my scars look like. Learn more at UCVlog.com Email me at UCVlog@Gmail.com...
Three months after my takedown surgery this is what my scars look like. Learn more at UCVlog.com Email me at UCVlog@Gmail.com
Ahh thanks so much…i had only suffered from UC for a matter of months, and then i had to have surgery…was all pretty quick, and right in the middle of crucial A levels…im retaking my year which is far from ideal…but thanks for the reasurance…these bags are reli starting to annoy me haha x
Hi Claude, I have zero regrets about my J-pouch. I recommend the surgery to many people, but with some conditions. First, it’s not without risks or possible complications, so you’ll want to take that into consideration. Second, to get a J-pouch working fully takes several months, up to a year, so you need to have patience. Finally, while I find it easier to deal with than an ileostomy, having a J-pouch does not replace your missing colon. The two aren’t the same thing.
~Dennis
Hey, im Claude, im 17, had an illestomy since june this year…im planning on the reversal in july 2010…do u regret having it, or would u say its worth it?? cheers
Thank you for providing this information. People are scared and nervous about having surgery. You provide comfort in knowing what is to be expected, thank you.