sexual interest decreased since ileostomy takedown

me too am not having much sex drive after this takedown, I suppose (and hope) it's normal... it's not an organic problem as I had erections the next day after surgery (still had the catheter! this was the first time had something like this, was awful); take it easy and in the meanwhile you can make something nice just for your girl...

From a girl's point of view, at least for us, it is perfectly normal to not feel desire in the begining...your body has been through a huge trauma and is concentrating all of its efforts and resources on the healing process plus dealing with the surgical shock...give it all time to heal and some good nutrition to get your strength back and your appetite should come back (sometimes even better than before)...be patient.
Sharon

Perfectly normal, and will bounce back. A couple factors contribute to the lack of desire. First, the preoccupation with the pouch and new plumbing can be a distraction from thinking about sex. Second, some meds (painkillers, others) can lower T levels and inhibit interest.

All in all, when you are a few months out from takedown you should see your interest start to come back. If not, and you feel you have mentally adjusteed to life with a pouch, see your PC doctor and have him test your T.

Steve

It's been about 8 months since my takedown and I'm still have some sexual dysfunction issues. A few months ago my doctor ran a testosterone level test and found my testosterone levels were a bit low. I've been trying to lift weights regularly to get my T-levels back up. My doctor also said to make sure to get enough rest. My advice is to take it slow. Going down on your partner first might get you revved up after a while. Just take it slow. In the end you might become a better lover because you're forced to take it slow. I used to rush to bust a what but now I don't and my girlfriend is much more appreciative.

I have been advised that no medication I take has any negative consequences but I have been inactive for so long as result of UC and surgeries that first attempts have failed. Which is best for jpouch vigra,Levitra what methods help

It helped my hubby tremendously by lifting weights.