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How will a person feel a few days after having part of their colon removed due to cancer?
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Very well: They be walking the next day. Pain is worse in the first 24-72 hrs. Get up and walk, deep breath every 5 minutes. You could out if hospital in 5 days if all goes well. Is possible.
Answered 7/12/2012
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