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Colon removal surgery stories from ulcerative colitis patients

Round 1 Down in J Pouch Surgery – What to Expect Next

Intro: I am in the Canadian Military and first noticed symptoms while on exercise. I play a lot of sports and workout daily. Current Symptoms of Ulcerative Colitis: I currently have no UC symptoms. Lewis’s J Pouch Story: I just had my first surgery of three. I am having a J-Pouch created over three surgeries. I was sick of being on meds and the risks… Read More »Round 1 Down in J Pouch Surgery – What to Expect Next

Decision Time – Surgery?

Who’s David… I`m single age 62 and retired from my working career of 40 years. Nine years ago I was diagnosed with UC. My father also had UC for many years before passing away at age 66. David’s Story: I was diagnosed 9 years ago with UC, now classified as severe chronic left sided UC. I`ve been through many of the medications available to treat… Read More »Decision Time – Surgery?

A 2nd Chance At Life – Removing My Colon

I am a 20 years old. I run multiple online businesses and do freelance work. My UC was severe, but surgery has given me a 2nd chance at life. Follow me on Twitter (https://twitter.com/jakeocallaghan) if you want to follow my recovery and check out my blog (jakeocallaghan.com). Some more about Jake: Crazy dude. Going to travel to/live in south America. Voracious reader – fiction and… Read More »A 2nd Chance At Life – Removing My Colon

Teamwork – Mick Never Had Colitis, But Cancer was Reason for Bowel Removal

Intro: I have had my colon removed this was due to bowel cancer not UC however I would think the after problems would be the same . I would like to point out that I am copping very well after having my bag removed and had J Pouch surgery however could someone please advise me ,I have a very sore back side that is very… Read More »Teamwork – Mick Never Had Colitis, But Cancer was Reason for Bowel Removal