Highland Center, in Southeast Iowa | Erik in SD - 2/9/2025 12:27 I had the lower portion of my colon and part of my rectum removed due to stage 4 cancer, and while healthy, my gut activity will never be normal. My Mom has 12" of her upper colon removed over 20 years ago, no long term issues for her. There is a big difference between removing upper or lower parts of the colon. General surgeons will do the upper, it takes a specialist to cut on the lower. If I remember right, there were only 2 in SD qualified to do my surgery, and after the one passed on the challenge, I went to Mayo.
If you don't mind, may I ask how old you are, or were at time of surgery? Dear friend of our sons' just went thru the initial surgery and starting chemo soon. I don't know the segment of colon affected, but needless to say, we're all very concerned. He's also Stage 4. At the point of grasping at reassuring straws right now. Glad to hear that you're in better shape now. Best of luck going forward!! |
Colon resection ?
