Hello All,

I'm a newbie to this forum, although been actively reading all the posts for years now. 

I am now 8 days post takedown. During my surgery, I had to be dilated, so quite concerned whether the things I am experiencing are the 'j-pouch norm' or could it be something that needs treatment. I really don't know what is expected in week 1, week 2 or by week x you will feel Y.

I am currently going about 15 times a day, some times with a bit of urgency and very occasionally get a bit of blood. The thing that I am finding is that I can only pass a couple of tablespoons worth of stool at a time, requiring me to spend a long period of time on the toilet or visit again 5-10 minutes later. I also find that gravity doesn't do much for me and have to give it a friendly push along.

I would really appreciate it if you would share your experiences to give me some advice on the above. 

Thanks

Andy