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Hi. The time has come and I go in tomorrow, June 13th for me 2nd attempt at a temporary loop iliostomy. My 2nd reversal will be in about 3 months. Crazy but I'm nervous and having anxiety about doing the surgery and recovery.
This surgery is to attempt to heal the damaging inflammation that for over a year we just couldn't control which put me in severe pain.
I know I'm not a rookie at this BUT any advice about 2nd time loop iliostomy recovery, how to prepare or what to expect, even what to eat would be appreciated. I hope this time works.

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Try just be careful with it at first; low-residue and then go from there. Chew carefully; I find that things I can eat just fine with my pouch can get "caught" a bit more with the loop ileo, but proper chewing solves most of those issues. Maintain your hydration, and get better! Three months isn't so long; here's hoping it goes smoothly.

Best,
Gin
GinLyn

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