10 Week update. Takedown #2 | The J-Pouch Group

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Good morning all.

Just thought i would post an update.

10 weeks into my second re-connection, due to perforation of the pouch and 5 major surgeries to close the leak, things are going amazing.

I have gained 16 lbs and reached my goal of 175 pounds. All incisions have closed and almost all discomfort of any kind is gone. I have gone swimming, biking, and played volleyball with my kids. Food has become much more tolerable as i have added things like fresh fruits, some veggies, and even pecans!!! I pay for it every now and then when something does not agree or i eat to much.Overall, i could not be happier.

I hope others are doing well, or as well as they can. This has been a 2 year fight that many times i have questioned whether or not i had made the right decision. At this time, it seems i have. Knowing it can change at any time, i make sure to do everything i can every day. Going to bed exhausted is truly a privilege.

Will continue to update as well as provide support in anyway i can.

Take care all!!

Derek

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mgmt10Member

That's great Derek! Keep up the good work!

6/7/151:52 PM

JeffsmomMember

Derek, so happy to hear you are doing so well, wonderful news!

6/7/154:38 PM

aka KNKLHEADMember

Derek:

Good news and thank you! I have a takedown in July after about 5 or six surgeries due to leaks, etc. So far it feels like Dr. Remzi has a nice, clean, well-built pouch in there so I hope I follow in your footsteps!

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