Reply to "Surgery in February"

JLHMember

what a frightening experience and I’m so sorry for the frustrations and of course needing to settle for less than what one expects and deserves.

I too had peritonitis, although it was due to a failed one step j pouch surgery and the only option was the external bag, which I had for a year. Peritonitis takes a lot out of one and be as patient, as best you can, with the recovery. It was some years later that I got a k pouch and I share your frustrations with doctors not knowing or caring about the k pouch.

I hope the recovery goes well. Your husband might get some helpful suggestions and inspiration from many people on this site who have adapted to the external bag. It’s tough of course and I don’t mean to candy coat a bitter pill. janet

4/21/1811:10 PM

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