Hello friends! It's been a while since I've been on! I'm doing well with Rosie, my ileostomy. I finished my doctorate and graduated on May 11. I also had my BB surgery on Friday, the 24th. What helped you all with the pain besides the narcotics? Ice? Heat?
Thanks!!!
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May 26, 2024 5:37 pm
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Henry44
May 26, 2024 7:16 pm
Congratulations on getting your PhD!
How are you getting on after the operation?
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gentlejohn
May 26, 2024 11:05 pm
Doctor, be careful using acronyms for those challenged in abbreviations. I had my ileostomy, Squirt, for 6 months before my KB surgery. I took no narcotics and only extended-release Tylenol. Close to surgery, I would take Tylenol when I got up in the morning and if needed later in the day. Take the medicine before you have severe pain. My surgery was done robotically, which makes a difference. The usually recommended management is to use a soft chair or a very thin cushion to sit on. It is NOT recommended to sit on a donut. Also, after showering, blotting and using a hair dryer can be helpful. Depending upon your closure, there can be complications that can give you increased pain a couple of weeks later and should be checked by your surgeon.
JustMeRLB
May 27, 2024 1:02 am
Reply to Henry44
Thanks! It's actually a DMA, Doctor of Musical Arts! :) I'm still having quite a bit of pain.
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AlexT
May 27, 2024 7:32 am
I lived on Tylenol for about a month once I got home. The key is to take it regularly and not just when the pain gets worse. After that, nothing.
saida
Jun 01, 2024 3:25 am
I used a donut cushion and it did help a lot. Also, alternate with lying on the side. Do not stay in one position for long.
I used to have a good shower in the morning to keep that area clean with a soap substitute/emollient, and I think it did help with the pain and the healing.
I had painkillers for over 2 months, then slowly reduced them.
Hope this helps.