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Over 2 years post low anterir colon resection. 10 inches removed. osmosis is 5 cm to anal verge. still have urgency and problems evacuating. lifelong?

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Dr. Mary Clifton answered

Specializes in Internal Medicine

Probably: It's likely that after two years, the symptoms aren't going away. However, dietary modification has a huge impact on bowel function, so consider making some changes to your eating patterns, like adding more fiber by replacing some meats with beans, and see if that makes a difference in your bowel function.

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Answered 10/24/2017

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A member asked:

Over 2 years post low anterir colon resection. 10 inches removed. osmosis is 5 cm to anal verge. still have urgency and problems evacuating. lifelong?

A doctor has provided 1 answer

Dr. Mary Clifton answered

Dr Saghafi and another doctor agreed

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