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I am having my ileostomy reversal sugery in two weeks.
(I had my colon removed in March 2011 and my J pouch surgery April this year.)
Does anyone have any good advice for me? Any idea how long I will need to be off work (all going well)
I'm excited to finally get it done, just a bit worried about controlling bowel etc...
Any advice is appreciated!

Thanx
M
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How long you will need to be off work depends on what type of job you have. If you sit behind a desk and file your nails you can probably return faster than if you are a primitive logger... Smiler I think most people take 2-6 weeks, but check with your surgeon for his recommendation in your particular situation.

You may not have any issues with bowel control; I have never leaked at all since my take-down.

Just be sure you have plenty of soft toilet paper! Good luck on your take-down!

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