Reply to "First week of functioning J pouch after take down"

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I’m about 2 weeks post takedown. Things were going well for me too- then I came home and they went downhill a little bit. But I know it’s just one of the many bumps in this jpouch road. I know it can be overwhelming. At my pre op appt months ago before surgery #1, a nurse said something that really helped me mentally and emotionally. She could tell I was nervous — She said, when you’re recovering and it gets hard, remember that your doctors wouldn’t be preforming this surgery unless you absolutely, positively required it.

As far as the butt burn goes- I was told baby wipes were not recommended as they can leave moisture on the skin. I use a portable bidet ($10 on Amazon) and blot dry. So far that’s worked pretty well.

I hope things improve for you soon.

12/5/182:45 PM

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