Hi JacquiG, I had a colectomy a few years ago. My body and I have agreed to a truce of sorts (at least for now). It sounds like you're experimenting, which is a good thing. Perhaps I can share with you some of my experiences, although they may or may not be helpful to you. Everyone is different. First thing I've found is that it feels different when I need to go to the toilet. I've had to learn how to interpret the feelings of needing to go to the toilet. What the "I need to go to the toilet soonish" feels like, and what the "omg, I really need a toilet NOW" feels like. They don't feel the same as they used to. Playing around with different foods and water; Effect of different foods Effect of water Timing of eating For example, I've always loved apples/fruit, and I can still eat with no issues. I've also used to enjoyed Weetbix, but now they are a definite "in and out" food. (ie, they run straight through me) Drinking lots of water also seems to have a positive effect also. What sort of foods have you been eating (and what have you been cutting out) to try and improve things? -s
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