Question 1

my bowels movement is ok but is it normal to feel bloated with gas but unable to pass gas? what do i do? just had a colon surgery 2 weeks ago.

Accepted Answer

Not unusual: Good news is that bowels are working!
you had antibiotics and change on diet wrapped around the surgery and some reconditioning is likely.
Mention to your colon surgeon however.

Question 2

i recently had perforated colon surgery on 10/28 w/ 4 days in hosp. is it normal to feel uncomfortable pressure in lower abdomen when urinating? also how long is the healing process?

Accepted Answer

: If your symptoms persist beyond a week or so after surgery, it would be prudent to consult your doctor to rule out persistent infection.
Wish you good health!

Question 3

i've been diagnosed with a spastic colon by my doctor. i was just curious to know, is it normal to feel like gas bubbles move or pop inside of you and to feel abdominal pain all over my stomach especially in the middle around my belly button? thanks?

Accepted Answer

: Yes, this can occur with irritable bowel syndrome,also known as spastic colon. Try to determine what triggers your irritable bowel symptoms such as stress,anxiety,rushing around,certain foods or menstrual cycle. Get help from a gastroenterologist as needed.

Question 4

air fluid levels throughout colon. can that be normal?

Accepted Answer

Air fluid levels: In the colon are a non specific finding that must be interpreted within the whole clinical picture....there may be no clinical significance, or it could be a sign of pathology such as colonic obstruction.  Without additional clinical information, there is no way to ventures guess.

Question 5

is it normal for me to be having pain by the left side of my colon?

Accepted Answer

Pain never normal: Pain on the left side of the: could be related to constipation or to  diverticulosis to name a couple possible reasons. Pain is never normal. If you're having problems, see your doctor to have it evaluated.

Question 6

how long does it take for the colon to return to "normal" after being treated for colitis?

Accepted Answer

It depends: If the colitis is a temporary type (i.e. Due to infection) it should return to normal sometime with a couple of months, depending on the damage done.  If it is proctitis, ulcerative colitis, or crohn's disease, it may be years or lifelong.  This disease can be very difficult to diagnose with certainty and usually comes and goes.  See your doctor if it doesn't return to normal.

Question 7

how many people with colon resection live a normal life?

Accepted Answer

Colon Resection: Many people can lead a normal life after a colon resection. Of course, this will depend on the part of the colon and length of the colon that was removed, and the disease process which led to the colon resection.

Question 8

can relaxing help colon spasms in a normal digestive system?

Accepted Answer

Yes: Relaxation and yoga are incredibly effective.

Question 9

what are some normal/abnormal effects after a colon surgery part 2?

Accepted Answer

Establish continuity: The second part of a colectomy usually refers to re establishing continuity when resection is not followed by re anastomosis.  By establishing continuity there should be normal bowel movement but this could be hampered by the healing process of the anastomosis.  If low down with inadequate blood supply occasionally a leak can develop or if inflammation  sets in there can be a stricture.

Question 10

i need to revise my question it is dark green not black that my husband is having after his colon resection is that normal?

Accepted Answer

: "Dark green" color of liquid stools is synonymous with "black", and may represent "old blood" from the anastomosis site, but could also be from upper colon or even the small intestine bleeding.  Check with your GI surgeon for testing and reevaluation if this continues.

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My bowels movement is ok but is it normal to feel bloated with gas but unable to pass gas? what do i do? just had a colon surgery 2 weeks ago.

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I recently had perforated colon surgery on 10/28 w/ 4 days in hosp. is it normal to feel uncomfortable pressure in lower abdomen when urinating? also how long is the healing process?

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I've been diagnosed with a spastic colon by my doctor. i was just curious to know, is it normal to feel like gas bubbles move or pop inside of you and to feel abdominal pain all over my stomach especially in the middle around my belly button? thanks?

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Air fluid levels throughout colon. can that be normal?

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Is it normal for me to be having pain by the left side of my colon?

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How long does it take for the colon to return to "normal" after being treated for colitis?

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How many people with colon resection live a normal life?

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Can relaxing help colon spasms in a normal digestive system?

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What are some normal/abnormal effects after a colon surgery part 2?

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I need to revise my question it is dark green not black that my husband is having after his colon resection is that normal?

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