Exactly one year ago today I had my ileostomy take down and j-pouch formed by Dr. Manoj Raval and his team at St. Paul's Hospital in Vancouver.
I could not be happier. My pouch is behaving perfectly. I only use the bathroom about 8-10 times a day and I can sleep through the night. I am able to eat most things and have the energy and fortitude to work long shifts at an extremely busy workplace.
The only pain I endure is "butt burn" and that is manageable.
My life is wonderful and I will be forever indebted to my surgeon
I am blessed...happy birthday jaypea!
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