I am 38 and had my rectum removed. Wonder if anyone has had this experience? I have lots of questions to ask

Answer 1

Removing the rectum is not uncommon.
It sounds like you may have had an AP-Resection with a colostomy.
Did you have colo-rectal cancer or anal cancer? There are online support groups with many others who have had the same surgery and they can be of great help to you.
Try searching the yahoo groups under rectal or "anal_cancer". They will at least be able to direct you to the proper group for great sources of information and support.
Know that you are not alone by any means.
Colo-rectal cancer is the 2nd leading cause of cancer, and AP Resections (or other types) is a common treatment for larger or recurring tumors so there are a vast number of people who have had the rectum, anus and part of the colon removed (even if that's not why yours was removed).
Good luck to you.

Answer 2

Talk to the surgeon who did the work. There are many support groups out there for new Colostomy patients... You could even Google: colostomy support groups and get in touch with lots of people who it first hand. I've dealt with many ostomy patients, but nothing beats the firsthand experience! Best, Ed RN

Answer 3

I'm sorry for your loss. You need to know that there is a better-than-average chance of your getting a recurrence of the cancer, though--but you may fare better this time around, if you know your options, so I'm including this for your benefit--

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Answer 4

I hope you mean a colostomy, not rectum.

No, I haven't, but do have a urostomy, and use pouches, although it's not the same.
Don't know if I could answer your questions.

Answer 5

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