1 year with J-pouch and no changes

coach3443Member

Hey everybody, this is my first post on this site. I am in a loss. One year ago I had the surgery to remove the colan and have the Jpouch installed. I was under the impression that after a 2 month period my bathroom habits would improve from mid 20's to 5 or 6. Much to my dismay I have had no improvements and the advise I am given is more masking drugs and be patient. I am now 1 year into the life changing surgery however I have had no life change. I am asking for any help, suggestions, or any other comments that might change my course to a true life changing event. Thanks Rob

1/28/1510:16 AM

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bev 69Member

sorry to hear its not going well . u never mentioned what your taking , such as Imodium ,Metamucil ?or if so when u r taking it.?im just under 1yr. with mine & im still experimenting with whats best.

1/28/1510:32 AM

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GraceBMember

sometimes it takes longer to start feeling better everyone is different. What type of meds are you on. Hang in there it does get better.

1/28/156:47 PM

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ks1905Member

Rob,

Has your GI or surgeon looked inside your pouch? I had a stricture that needed dilating and it has made a big difference for me.

1/29/1511:21 AM

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Compared to me you're in pretty bad shape Rob. I've had my pouch for over 20 years. It's been nothing but hell but your's sounds even worse. I do believe there's a chance of yours getting better but it's kind of like wishing for a rookie who can't even hit. 200 his first few years to become a .300 hitter. Best thing you can do is stick with safe type of diet such as rice, peanut butter and other starchy type foods.

1/29/156:02 PM

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