Debbie did you end up trying it? I'm curious how it worked and it caused digestive issues.  Thanks.

Hi there -- I did try it and it did help my anxiety but it seemed to increase my difficulties with emptying the pouch. However, my situation may be unique.  My pouch was severely prolapsed and I have always had trouble emptying.   I kinda doubt this type of problem would happen to everyone.  It might be worth a try.  Have you found anything that works for anxiety and doesn't mess up your pouch?

Best wishes,

Debbie

i started Buspar 10mg twice a day a few months ago. I dont think I have noticed any related pouch issues from it. I used to be on Xanax and took as needed but cant get any doc to prescribe it any longer.... The Buspar has helped my anxiety but not as much as the xanax.. But i still get really dizzy when i take it for about an hour and then it goes away.

Benzos help with anxiety and gave me no side effects on the pouch.  I ended up not taking the Buspar.  At this point I think anything that affects serotonin will cause me pouch issues.  I'll take Xanax as needed if I get in a bad spot.  If it is real bad then I guess I'll go back on Wellbutrin.  That seems to be the only long term medicine that does not affect serotonin.

I get very lightheaded on it. Doc says there’s no substitute. I’m wondering if I low blood sugar?  Just got a meter & will start testing tomorrow. I have mild high blood pressure. I am at my wits end to try to feel good after surgery. It’s been since 1984! Grant it, I never kept to a diet at first. Now it’s the most important thing in my life! I had Ceasar salad last night, wrong decision! I used to be a vegetarian! Potatoes are the few veggies can eat.

I had mine done in 1998.  My docs are recommending I excise.   Seriously considering it.   This j-pouch is such a bad solution to the problem.  Hope you get some help.