Question 1

what to do if i'm having surgery number two for a j-pouch, is there anything i should do to prepare?

Accepted Answer

Yes read about it: If you already has ileostomy stoma ,You  experienced difficulty of frequent bag changes   Once you have pouch you don't need to do , but has to learn how to evacuate the contents  with out getting injured .  The stomal care team and your doctor will teach you your life style will be better   Good Luck .

Question 2

what do you advise if i'm having surgery number two for a j-pouch, is there anything i should do to prepare?

Accepted Answer

Discuss with your surgeon: This is a complex discussion that should be done with your surgeon and your primary care doctor prior to any surgery. It is far too difficult to cover this topic in this short space. Wish you well.

Question 3

what do you suggest if i'm having surgery number two for a j-pouch, is there anything i should do to prepare?

Accepted Answer

Healthy diet: Surgery #2 usually means closing the ileostomy.  That usually means you are now off steroids, have gained your healthy weight back and are generally feeling good.  Keep eating a healthy diet and exercising regularly.  If you smoke stop.  Follow your surgeons instructions.

Question 4

how is a j-pouch done?

Accepted Answer

It is an operation: J pouch is an operation to preserve continence in patients requiring removal of colon for either ulcerative coliitis or crohn's colitis. It can be done in 2 or three stages depending on the severity of the patient's illness and the presence or absence of steroids.

Question 5

when is a j-pouch needed?

Accepted Answer

Occassionally: J pouch is considered to replace the colon that may have to be removed for disease such as ulcerative colitis or crohn's . It is an extensive operation. Not to be taken lightly.

Question 6

are there other names for a j-pouch?

Accepted Answer

A few: Ileal pouch anal anastomosis ( ipaa). Continent coloproctostomy.

Question 7

are there alternatives to the j-pouch procedure?

Accepted Answer

Yes: There are several including an ileoanal anastamosis, end ileostomy, continent ileostomy and others. You should discuss this with your colorectal surgeon.

Question 8

j pouch surgery recovery?

Accepted Answer

Depends: Depends on laparoscopic or open. Also depends if any peri-op complication. If all goes well, hospital stay can be from 3 to 7 days. Most pts are doing normal activity in 1-2 weeks but takes good 2-3 months to fully recover.

Question 9

what foods are allowed after j-pouch surgery?

Accepted Answer

Most foods: Most all foods are alright. Some people have annoyance with fatty foods or with stringy foods such as a lot of celery or raw lettuce. You may not want to eat too late at night to avoid urges of bowel movements at night.

Question 10

what to do if i have an ostomy, j-pouch, anything like that?

Accepted Answer

Vague question.: Not sure what you're asking. A colorectal specialist is a great source for information regarding expectations with j pouch. A general surgeon will be able to discuss stomata as well.  Ask your doctor for assistance in locating such a professional.  Good luck .

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