Fecal incontinence

[JuneyandGracie]

hi Everyone…..I had pelvic radiation, brachytherapy and chemo in 2005 for uterine cancer. I lost my bladder due to the radiation. I have an Indiana Pouch that I now Catherize. My current problem is now my GI tract. I’ve had diarrhea since my treatment but the damage is progressively gotten worse since I’ve aged. I’m now 67 and suffering from chronic diarrhea, incontinence, and nausea. It’s starting to put a damper on my quality of life. Does anyone have suggestions about this? I fear I might need a colostomy as it’s getting very bad the older I get. Are there other alternatives? Has anyone here gotten a colostomy from radiation damage? Any input from all of you would be greatly appreciated. I’m beginning to feel desperate. Thanks……Kate L

[SGH-Aspro]

I had cervical cancer in 1979 discovered just after I gave birth to my son. I had the usual treatment and all was fine for a good number of years. Unfortunately they gave me too much radiation and I was several years having organs removed due to injuries.

I did have a segmented resection resulting in a colostomy.

I know our situation is different but my colostomy was reversed after 6 months. Hope this gives you food for thought. X