Ilieostomy reversal

I had a loop ilieostomy done 2/2/12 and my reversal was done on 1/23/14. I promised myself if my experience with the reversal was good I would post the results. I was afraid that after having my bag for almost 2 years that my recovery from the reversal would be difficult. I didn't run across too many success stories while searching the web.

My surgery went well and I had my first BM on 1/26/14. While in the hospital I was on a liquid diet and after the first BM I was switched to soft foods. When I came home (1/29/14) I continued the soft diet but would sneak bites of other foods like steak and pizza. Once I realized I did okay with certain food items I reintroduced these foods to my diet. As for the bowel movements I pretty much returned to normal within 2 weeks. In the beginning the most I would go in a day was 8-10 times. It slowly tapered to 3-5 times a day and now I may go 2-3 times.

Lucky for me I'm retired and didn't have to rush my recovery. I have to watch my dairy and fiber intake because they seem to cause blockages. I had a few and they were awful, but that was the extent of any real problems I had with my reversal.

I'm not on any medication (now or before the surgeries) and did not have to use Imodium. I know everyone's situation is different, however this was my experience. I know my post may not be thorough enough for some, but I will answer any questions you may have.

"Never been so happy to poop"

Thanks for sharing. Being a support forum, most stories are about problems. People don't hear success stories all that much because people don't come back to post them.....they are out enjoying their new found health. Hence the reason you didn't find too many success stories on the web. :)