2 weeks post-reversal. My surgeon said to eat high fiber. I am frustrated. I know my bowels will be erratic, I guess. Frustrated that right now I can't leave the house as I have no bowel control. Anyone gone through this? Is there a light at the end of the tunnel? Was a good candidate for reversal. Not much colon removed. Reversal done laparoscopically was long due to a lot of scar tissue.
Nurse
Mar 02, 2024 12:03 am
Newhere
Mar 02, 2024 5:43 am
Nurse, I am sorry you are going through this. It took me about 2 weeks to feel I had some control, about another week or 2 to settle down completely, but everyone is different.
When I was sent home, I was told to eat a low-fibre diet for 6 weeks, then slowly add fibre. So I can't help there. I know it's easy to say, but hang in there. Try not to let it get you down. This time will pass, and the sunny days are just around the corner. Take care, Bill.
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JVM261
Mar 02, 2024 2:15 pm
Everything I read has said low fiber post-reversal and some choose the BRAT diet when it gets too liquid. Bananas, white rice, applesauce, and toast.
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