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Q: Colon Surgery?
I an facing a colon surgery soon. Has anyone out there gone through it. I am really scared.

A: as a doctor, i would like to inform u that if its an elective surgery(as it appears in ur case) chances of complications are minimised, anyways ur surgeon will definitely have told u about the procedure and the probable outcome of the surgery, all i can add is have faith in him/her n don’t worry much , May God be with u…all the best.

Q: How long does it take to recover from Colon Surgery?
My friend had Colon surgery three weeks ago and is still in a lot of pain, how long does it take to recover.

A: i am recovering from colon surgery myself. it takes a few months for the anesthesia to get out of your system. as for pain, it subsides in time.

depending on where the incision is and what was done, the time will vary. this is my 5th time going under the knife due to my illness.

just make sure he eats, drinks plenty of water, avoids smoking/drinking, and gets the needed rest to heal.

best of luck.

Q: What is the recovery like for colon resection surgery?
I may be jumping the gun but I am curious. All we know at this point is there was a mass found in the proximal transverse colon during a routine colonoscopy and were told that open surgery (colon resection surgery) will probably be recommended from the surgeon. The mass ‘appears’ benign but no biopsy was done since it could not be reached to take a biopsy during the colonoscopy due to the location of the mass. We are currently waiting for the surgeon appointment.

A: Good for you, to have a colonoscopy. It is very important and will save your life. The surgeon will be able to discuss all of your questions. You will be in the hospital for awhile. Your belly will be sore and it will be uncomfortable to get around. You will need to have stool softeners and pain meds.Write down all of your concerns before seeing the surgeon.

Q: How long does it take to recuperate from colon cancer surgery?
How long does it take to recuperate from a surgery that is supposed to eliminate colon cancer?

A: My Mom survived colon cancer 2 years ago…it took her about 4 or 5 mos to get any spring in her step. She is now experiencing some bowel problems but will not have any thing confirmed…she says whatever will be will be……She today, at 81-1/2 looks fine, got back all her weight and her demeanor improved….but we will see P.S….She refused all treatment after her surgery

Q: is colon surgery safe if you have heart attack?
i am diagnosed that i have stage 2 colon cancer but i also have heart attack, is it safe to go to the surgery?

A: I would risk it. I would rather die on the table under anesthesia with a heart attack (and never feel it) than to go through the agony that Farrah Fawcett had to deal with before she died.

Colon cancer is wicked and can easily metastasize to other parts of the body.

Q: How much does it cost (a good guesstimate) for colon endometriosis surgery?
I am getting ready to sign up for flexible spending at work. I need to know about how much surgery would cost. I am pretty positive I have colon endo. I am going to go back to the doc to discuss this once I get insurance. I told a former doc that I have always bled rectally when I have my period (for about 18 years now) and she looked at me like that was the strangest thing she had ever heard of and recommended a colonoscopy (which I am about to have done.). Also, I have a very physical job (I walk 8 hours a night and lift heavy boxes). How long do you think I would need to miss work? Thanks for any help.
Before anyone asks. I didn’t seek help for this before because I have bled like this since I first started my period. I never thought it was abnormal (I know duh!). When I told the doc that I was having pelvic pains I had an ultra sound and laproscopy and they discovered I have PCOS.

A: It would depend on the fee of the surgeon you use as to the kind of agreement for charges to the insurance company for total payment as well as any part you may have to put out (if you have a PPO that is). It will also depend on which hospital the dr has privileges at as well. If you have a dr in mind to do the surgery you can ask them which hospital they use for surgeries and check with the hospital financing dept about the cost for the use of the hospital services to get an idea.

The recovery from colon surgery depending on how many layers of the colon it affects (because for some it can eat thru all layers) it will depend on what kind of surgery has to be done. Meaning that depending on how far it goes they may make the decision to cut out parts of the colon and attach the other parts together. It can take a good while for that area to heal (like about a month or so).

Q: Which exams are typically ordered to follow a year(s) after a successful colon cancer surgery?
A person very dear to me had colon cancer in 2007 and had a successful surgery to remove the tumor. She also had some months of coadyuvant therapy (chemo?). There have been further (clean) colorectal exams but I wonder which other exams are ordered in the first year or two following the surgery to guard against possible spread to other organs?
She has regular blood exams, every 6 months. Had recently (1 yr) a colonoscopy that came out good. But no CT scan which is what worries me.

A: sounds like your friend had the same handling as my husband: surgery + adjuvant chemo. “Adjuvant chemo” is preventative – it’s to mop up any loose cancer cells.

The followups will depend on the exact nature of the cancer (there are different types even within colon cancer …e.g. adenocarcinoma) and the oncologist. Hubby has had
- colonoscopy immediately post chemo finishing
- CT scans immediately post chemo, and then every 6 months until 2 years from diagnosis
- blood tests every 6 months

He’ll probably have another colonoscopy in 2010, and CT scans are now annual until 5 years.

Q: Should I have colon surgery for precancerous lesions?
I have precancerous lesions-Even tho I do not have cancer the doctor indicates I should have surgery. What do you think or indicate information I could find that would help me make a decision. Thanks.

A: I wonder what kind of surgery you are talking about, if you are talking about actually being opened up. Most of the time, people who have Polyps, which are usually benign but some can develop into cancer, can have them removed by during a colonoscopy. A small instrument that has a little loop on it goes around the lesion and takes it out.It is called a Polypectomy. It only takes a little while, and while you are sedated you are not under anesthesia for the most part. A colonoscopy involves no cutting. A narrow tube is inserted into the rectum and goes in and takes pictures. If they see something like a polyp they can remove it then. They also biopsy not only lesions but selected areas of the colon to make sure there is no malignancy and to detect other conditions, such as Colitis or Crohns Disease, which are treatable with medications and diet. If there is something suspicious, then they might decide not to do anything with the growth except to biopsy it. After the biopsy comes back, the Doctor would call in the appropriate specialist, such as a Surgeon to remove the growth or see if there is need for Chemotherapy or something. But most growths in the intestines are Benign and they are VERY common. I do not know if some larger non-malignant growths may need to be removed surgically, but in my experience, not usually.

But yes, have it removed. While the chances are slim, it could develop into cancer at some point. And having anything growing in there that should not be could affect your system.

Q: has anyone had the laproscopic surgery for colon cancer?
My doctor is planning on doing the laproscopic surgery for colon cancer and I was wondering if anyone in here had had this?

A: yes I have had laproscopic surgery for colon cancer ,3 yrs ago was out of the hospital on the fourth morning after the surgery ,quick recovery.

Q: Does this mean there is nothing to worry about with the colon cancer surgery?
My dad is 71 years old with a leaky heart valve. His cardiologist gave him clearance for the surgery. Does this mean there is nothing to worry about with the colon cancer surgery and that everything will go good

A: The use of anesthesia can cause cardiac arrhythmias as a side effect of the drug itself. If someone already suffers from atrial fribilation or a ventricular arrhythmias then they would be very concerned about surgery. There are many who suffer from leaky valves. That all by itself would probably not prevent surgery unless the leak was moderate to severe or in combination with other heart issues such as congestive heart failure. His cardiologist has determined that his heart condition would not add excessive risk to the procedure and has approved it.

The real worry here is getting the ALL tumor out and checking the surrounding lymph nodes for spread. He should have already had a CAT scan to determine if they see things elsewhere. You don’t list here in your post any of these results so hard to comment on this. Even if it is late stage colon cancer, a person still gets relief by surgery to remove an obstructed bowel. I will just let you know, my father had colon cancer diagnosed 7 years ago, had the surgery, was positive in 11 out of 21 lymph nodes for spread, had the lymph nodes removed at the same time, and followed 9 months of chemotherapy. He is still alive and doing well with no repercussions from the ordeal. He is now almost 82.

Make sure you and your siblings get your colonoscopy every 5 years. Family history is an important predictor of issues for your generation. Getting diagnosed early and prevention by polyp removal makes this very survivable.

Hope that helps

Q: I was laid off, and now I need to see a doctor for my previous colon surgery.?
I have a tendency to have growths as I had before, in my uterus 2 times, a tumor in my colon, and now I feel discomfort in my pelvic area. Where should to see a doctor in consideration of my unemployment and poor financial condition.
Thank you for your help.

A: Try to get medicaid

Try to find a county hospital

Call the Department of Human Services and ask if they know anyone who can help

Call teaching hospitals and ask if they can operate for free (they let students practice)

Sorry about all the health problems; I have quite a few myself. Welcome to the ranks of the American uninsured. It sucks. Hope you find help!

Q: What can we expect after my wife has colon surgery?
To remove about a foot of it because of a benign tumor.

A: Go with the second answer. If it is open surgery, she will need to be in hospital for about 10 days. If it is laproscopic / keyhole, then it will be about a week. Depending on where it is, and if it is necessary, she may have a stoma. This can be temporary or permanent. Whilst it is very hard to get used to at first, once you learn, it becomes like brushing your teeth!

Straight after the surgery she won’t be allowed to eat or drink anything, just sips of water. Then she can drink clear fluids. Then any fluids. Then a light diet, and eventually a proper diet. Her bowels will not work for the first few days, and she will not be able to go home until they are working properly. At first they will be erratic, and it may be difficult. But that lasts for only a few days. But it takes 3 to 6 months to get some “normality” back. But that doesn’t mean months of horrible bowel habits, which is what I thought.

Good luck!

Q: How can I have my own web site to record my recovery from colon surgery?

A: Try Myspace

Q: do you still feel pain close to 2 months after sigmoid colon surgery?
I’m sure it should hurt when i do alot of walking, but somedays it hurts so bad and I hadn’t done alot of walking.

A: In my first surgery, my ovarian cancer had already spread to my colon. So I had a colon resection in addition to a hysterectomy. I have a 15 inch incision on my abdomen extending from above my belly button to the groin area. The muscles and nerves were cut to access the peritoneal cavity/body cavity. Afterwards my abdomen was sewn (by different layers) and stapled to close the incision.

In the beginning, I experienced a lot of pain in the abdominal area. My doctor said it was because the nerves and muscles were cut. Anyways, after 2 months of pain, the pain began to decreased.

If you are concerned about your pain, see your doctor.

Q: how long does a patient need to be off of plavix to have colon surgery?
patient has a medicated stent
The medicated stent was put in 11 months ago.

A: I hate to say this, but Pangolin is off base (a rarity). The reason for a patient with a medicated stent being on Plavix has to do with it’s anti-platelet action. The difference between an anti-platelet agent and an anticoagulant is more than you would think. Aspirin & Plavix are anti-platelet agents, warfarin, coumadin, heparin, etc are anti-coagulants. IV Heparin wouldn’t be used to replace Plavix.

Current thinking is that it is important to keep a patient on Plavix AT LEAST for the first year after a medicated stent is placed. The risks of taking a patient off their plavix has to be weighed against the need for the surgery.

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