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So 14 years of j-pouch life. No major problems to complain about until now. A week ago had a lot of abdominal pain. Saw a quite a bit of blood one day but not really any of significance now. But ca n hardly pass gas. Going to the bathroom has been almost non existent and when I do go I do not feel like I have emptied everything. Have gone on liquids, grape juice, etc. and have an ct scan tomorrow. Not in really much pain now but also really are not eating. Just can't figure it out? Never any blockages, strictures in 14 years. Just don't get it or what to expect?
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I did forget to mention that just because you've gone 14 years without incident, it does not mean it should be a shock or surprise to develop obstructive symptoms at any time. We form adhesion tissue within a few weeks of surgery and they remain indefinitely. All it takes is for a kink in the gut to occur and you are obstructed. Most of the time, things right themselves and you are back to your normal routine. Anyone who has had abdominal surgery faces this risk.

 

Jan

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