The colon is generally known to be about five feet long and travels around the borders of the abdominal cavity. Its main function is to extract water and salts needed by the body right from the liquid waste traveling through the large intestines, and forms into stools. However, just like the other parts of the body,
The colon is generally known to be about five feet long and travels around the borders of the abdominal cavity. Its main function is to extract water and salts needed by the body right from the liquid waste traveling through the large intestines, and forms into stools. However, just like the other parts of the body, the colon is also vulnerable to the common problems that lead to surgery treatment procedure.
What are the common problems that afflict the large intestines?
Growths on the inside of the colon wall varying in both size and shape just like that of a mushroom to that of a pea. Though some cases have no symptoms, it may cause cramps, constipation, or bleeding.
Colon may experience an increase in pressure resulting from trapped gas or chronic constipation. Thus, it pushes diverticula causing fever, constipation, and pain in the lower abdomen
Colon surgery is mainly done to remove the disease sections from the large bowels. During the surgical procedure, the surgeon removes the parts of the bowels affected by the disease and then reconnects with the healthy parts. Depending on the condition of the affected area, the surgeon may decide to either remove part or your entire bowel.
So how long does it take to recover from colon surgery?
When the patient receives a successful surgery, they are given several weeks off work. This may depend on the kind of surgery that was performed. However, with the use of Enhanced Recovery after Surgery (ERAS) technique, most of the patients would spend about three to six days in the hospital right after the procedure. On a similar note, patients are instructed to restrict their daily activities and strenuous task for a period of four to six weeks after the procedure to optimize healing and full recovery.
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