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Hi,
Ten weeks ago I had surgery to remove a 4" section of my rectum due to a large benign mass. Now, I have a temporary ileostomy and will have my take down surgery next week Wednesday. I am concerned for two reasons. First, the surgery to remove the mass was rough. My body rejected the rerouting of my gut and I was nauseous and dehydrated for weeks. Second, since they took such a large section of my rectum, am I going to have control?
Also, if anyone has any advice on diet, what to expect, etc. I'd really appreciate any and all advice. Thank you!

Welcome Andi to UOAA. You may get more replies if you post this in the general section. Read what I wrote to helpinghimsurvive just below.
All the best. Good luck,
TGH

Thank you, I'll post this in the general section. I appreciate that help!

Good luck! Read my posts titled my reversal. I too was very worried but I'm a little over a week out from my reversal and have had very little problems! I'm glad I tried!