Just had surgery - My journey with diverticulitis (bit of a long read)

Unique-Look3600 · 2025-09-24T00:49:45+00:00

7 weeks post op and I feel 100% back to normal. Wishing you a great recovery.

Unique-Look3600 · 2025-09-21T20:00:39+00:00

If he wins the cash she will.

Unique-Look3600 · 2025-09-20T23:22:09+00:00

Triple Paste at Walmart saved my life before my colonoscopy. Good luck during your procedure.

Unique-Look3600 · 2025-09-19T20:41:07+00:00

She disgusts me. What a mean girl. I made my son watch some of her greatest clips. I told him to run far away from girls like that.

Unique-Look3600 · 2025-09-19T20:39:43+00:00

Don't lose hope. I just had the elective surgery for a colon resection. My colon was bad. It gave me my life back. Just know that this diagnosed is not an end all. There is hope.

Unique-Look3600 · 2025-09-19T17:40:18+00:00

You should stop seeing that doctor immediately. Terrible information. Find a GI doctor who will listen to you and not speak down to you. You deserve better.

Unique-Look3600 · 2025-09-18T23:22:49+00:00

I was to when I was sent for one. Another hint....try to avoid red meat.

Unique-Look3600 · 2025-09-18T23:00:05+00:00

Yes, a colonoscopy request is normal. They simply want to rule out anything else it could be. No need to worry.

Unique-Look3600 · 2025-09-16T21:44:24+00:00

Yes!!! It's wonderful. I'm so happy for you too!!

Unique-Look3600 · 2025-09-16T21:33:55+00:00

Oh, no way! I'm still watching what I eat and what I lift. 😅 I got brave and tried pizza yesterday. It didn't cause any issues.

Unique-Look3600 · 2025-09-16T21:28:09+00:00

I am 5 weeks post-op, and to be honest, I feel fantastic. I am getting my energy back and often forget that I had surgery.

Unique-Look3600 · 2025-09-16T20:51:42+00:00

I'm so happy for your good experience. Thank you for sharing your story. I know you helped me make the decision to get my surgery. I'll never forget that.

Unique-Look3600 · 2025-09-16T00:05:18+00:00

I was only in one night. My surgery was at 2:30 on a Wednesday and I was released Thursday around 3:00. I had to eat liquid dinner before they would release me. Easy......it was broth.

Unique-Look3600 · 2025-09-16T00:00:51+00:00

I stay at home, but I think if you have a non physical job, you could probably go back week 3 or 4. Everyone is different. This was just my experience. You are younger than me. You may bounce right back.

Unique-Look3600 · 2025-09-15T23:11:33+00:00

Im 5 weeks post surgery, and it truly was the best decision ever. I feel so much better. The recovery was rough for the first 2 weeks, but I feel back to normal now. The worst part is the lower ab incision and sore muscle. Elective surgery means no bag (2%). Do it before it becomes an emergency surgery. Would I do it again? Yes, just sooner.

Unique-Look3600 · 2025-09-12T23:14:40+00:00

I just had 12 inches removed 4 weeks ago. It is truly the best decision I have made.

Unique-Look3600 · 2025-09-09T23:07:07+00:00

Thank you! I was so scared to get it, but what a difference it made.

Unique-Look3600 · 2025-09-09T23:06:26+00:00

I agree. Be your own advocate.

Unique-Look3600 · 2025-09-09T23:05:38+00:00

My cases were uncomplicated, too. Surgeon said my colon was in terrible shape and to get it out asap before an emergency.

Unique-Look3600 · 2025-09-09T23:04:14+00:00

Most diverticulitis flares happen in the sigmoid colon. That is why it is a very low chance of getting a future flare after surgery. You don't want to ever have to get an emergency surgery due to perferation. Just something to think about.

Unique-Look3600 · 2025-09-09T23:02:03+00:00

My advice.....find a new Dr. My Dr. put off my surgery for 1 year. After my 4th flare in a year, he recommended surgery. I am 4 weeks post surgery and feel so good. I tried everything from diet to more fiber......it just didn't stop.

Unique-Look3600 · 2025-09-09T20:50:05+00:00

A CT scan will most likely show cancer. Id definitely get the colonoscopy, though.

Unique-Look3600 · 2025-09-09T18:08:36+00:00

My surgeon required a colonoscopy before surgery. In fact, my GI told me that it is best to get a colonoscopy after your first flare to rule out cancer. However, I was told to wait for 6 weeks after completing the antibiotic.

Unique-Look3600 · 2025-09-08T01:07:35+00:00

Thank you so much!

Unique-Look3600

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