I got the colostomy on 9/29/22 and had it taken down on Monday. Just got home. I know there are bumps ahead and my abdomen is just about the ugliest mess you've ever seen, but I am one very happy woman today. I have not posted much, but I have read a lot of the comments here, and they really helped me through this period. Thank you to all the kind, brave men and women going through this journey with me.
Hookem26
Apr 11, 2024 9:22 pm
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Mysterious Mose
Apr 11, 2024 9:52 pm
Congratulations on your reversal! This colonless old man is jealous! 🤓
Daniel
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7dragonflies.hm
Apr 12, 2024 1:34 am
Congratulations! So happy for you! And now your next chapter begins. ☺️
MoeMoe
Apr 12, 2024 10:00 am
Woo hoo! Congrats! Hey, I thought the same thing when I got home and looked in the mirror after my reversal, but as the swelling comes down, it's not as bad. Wishing you a speedy recovery! Take care, remember gentle healing, your body went through a lot.
Dogen's bag
Apr 18, 2024 3:26 pm
I wear my messed-up abdomen as a badge of honor. Congratulations on the reversal!
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