Hi all 😁
I have had my jpouch along with chronic Pouchitis for 20 years. Still fighting it haha! I have now been diagnosed with a stricture recommended digital dilation. Does anyone know what this is?? Thanks in advance xx
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Digital dilation means sticking a finger (i.e. “digit”) through the narrowing/stricture to stretch it. No computers are involved.
Omg ok haha!! Did not think that.... hmm
thanks
Sounds painful
Dilations can sometimes be painful, and most folks seem to prefer sedation for them. A finger is no more or less painful than any other dilating tool, but it only has one diameter. Multiple dilations may be necessary. Once a stricture is opened up people sometimes maintain the opening with self-dilation at home, in consultation with their doctor, to avoid having to repeat the experience.
Thanks so much for your detailed reply 😊😊😊