Question 1

why is there pain in the right side of the body and lower back after a partial colectomy?

Accepted Answer

Pain: It really depends on the timing and specifics related to your surgery. Causes could include anything from gas pains or muscle strain to some complication of surgery. I would follow up with my surgeon to get checked.

Question 2

are there special recipes and dietary guidelines for people who have had a partial colectomy?

Accepted Answer

Usually not: Depending on the portion of colon removed you may need more fluids to compensate for that lost in the stool. Most limitations in your diet will be learned by trial and error, learning which foods to avoid.

Question 3

is it possible for diverticulitis to cause pain on the right side if i've already had a partial colectomy?

Accepted Answer

Rare, but possible.: Following partial colectomy for diverticular disease, there is a 10% chance of having another episode of diverticulitis.  However, this usually occurs on the left side of the abdomen.

Question 4

my girlfriend had a partial colectomy and there is a bit of tissue that is coming out of the body were the staples are is that normal?

Accepted Answer

Surgeon needs this: Please understand that surgery carries significant risks and surgeons must know about complications.  Your friend would have been given post operative instructions and a list of things to watch for. On that list will also be instructions on how to page the doctor should a complication arise. Without seeing this friends' 'tissue' in person it would be difficult for any of us to comment.

Question 5

what are symptoms of appendicitis after partial colectomy surgery?

Accepted Answer

Evaluation: Many things can go on: abscess, tumor, obstruction, hernia, bowel inflammation, etc. Best is to be evaluated by your surgeon or er.

Question 6

what do you suggest if my husband had a partial colectomy a month ago due to diverticulits..but now he is having internal hemmorhoids?

Accepted Answer

He should talk: with his surgeon and determine what is causing his hemorrhoid flare. Usually his surgery should not be a cause of hemorrhoid flare unless he has been constipated or having frequent diarrhea due to his surgery. Again his surgeon should be notified and evaluate your husband

Question 7

my husband had a partial colectomy a month ago due to diverticulits..but now he is having internal hemmorhoids. could these be related?

Accepted Answer

No: He probably had the hemorrhoids before, but without symptoms.  He probably was taking pain killer that will make him constipated, which can make the hemorrhoids to enlarged and cause pain with occasional bleeding.  He should contact his surgeon and be evaluated.

Question 8

if someone has had subtotal colectomy w/ileostomy placement, can a partial colectomy be performed later on down the road?  and what's the difference?

Accepted Answer

Big difference : A subtotal colectomy is removing almost all the colon; usually just a couple of inches are left near the rectum.  A partial colectomy is not done AFTER a subtotal colectomy because there is basically no colon left. A partial colectomy implies that only a segment of colon is removed, like the right or left, and a good amount of colon is left.

Question 9

what are the differences between a partial colectomy and a bowel resection?

Accepted Answer

Nothing: synonyms. 
Partial colectomy means as bowel resection of the colon and bowel rection can mean a partial resection of either the large or small bowel

Question 10

uncontrolled watery stool after partial colectomy; is it normal and if so for how long?

Accepted Answer

Depends: On which part of the colon was removed and how far out from your surgery. Right colectomies often associated with looser stools but should improve with time. Normal to have looser stools in the immediate post op period. Be sure to drink plenty of fluids to avoid dehyudration. I f still persisting after 4-6 weeks need to discuss with your surgeon or get another opinion.

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Is it possible for diverticulitis to cause pain on the right side if i've already had a partial colectomy?

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My girlfriend had a partial colectomy and there is a bit of tissue that is coming out of the body were the staples are is that normal?

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What are symptoms of appendicitis after partial colectomy surgery?

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What do you suggest if my husband had a partial colectomy a month ago due to diverticulits..but now he is having internal hemmorhoids?

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My husband had a partial colectomy a month ago due to diverticulits..but now he is having internal hemmorhoids. could these be related?

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If someone has had subtotal colectomy w/ileostomy placement, can a partial colectomy be performed later on down the road? and what's the difference?

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What are the differences between a partial colectomy and a bowel resection?

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Uncontrolled watery stool after partial colectomy; is it normal and if so for how long?

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