preparation for additional surgery

Kitty-
Can you say exactly what's worrying you? That would make it easier to advise/reassure.

One possible concern is pooping while under anesthesia. For a big procedure you'll have had nothing to eat, so there shouldn't be much coming out. I did have a *small* mess (a big shart?) during an upper GI endoscopy, so I'd prep for that (no food, maybe different clothing/barrier choices) if I had to have it again.

Scott,

Yep, that is my concern. I will address the issue with the nursing staff before the procedure, so that they will not be surprised (and hopefully prepared
thanks for the advice.

Kitty

I've been thru multiple surgeries with my pouch and never had any problems. Wish u luck.

I had an "open" hysterectomy about two years ago and although my surgeon wanted to do it lapro....he couldn't because of adhesions from the two J pouch surgeries I had had. No problem. Same scar line as colectomy scar. Very, very easy recoup and J pouch performed like a pro! I was well cleaned out prior to the surgery so no leaking, etc. I expected the hysterectomy to be as serious a surgery as the colectomy was. No way! Best wishes to you!

Thank you very much for that information. I am feeling less anxious.

Kitty

I've had several surgeries without issue. I do have weak sphincters/incontinence, which is exacerbated when my system is "empty" so I let them know that when I am in pre-op. I usually compensate by tucking a cotton ball up there and keeping underwear and a pad on where normally they might have a person sans undies in pre-op, until they absolutely must take them off (like to put a cath in or something). If there is a little leaking or mess, that is what those blue chuks are for I just let them know the possibilities so there are no surprises.

Sorry you have to go through this, but I don't think your pouch should cause you any issues.

Thank you so much for that advice. I shall try to use your "technique". I appreciate you taking the time to answer my questions

Kitty