COLON REMOVAL
February 11th, 2010 by coloninf under Colon Surgery. No Comments.
Removal of the Colon is a Better Choice
The colon is one of the most important organs in the digestive system. Without it, our body cannot function well and will definitely be prone to a lot of ailments. One of the most important functions of the colon is to digest the food that we eat and absorb all the vitamins and electrolytes that are vital in our body’s daily function. Aside from absorption, another important function of the colon is to get rid of waste. These wastes are comprised of materials that the body failed to digest, toxins and various kinds of bacteria that will really harm the body if left unattended.
A lot of people turn to colon cleansing solutions such as pills or machines to help get rid of all the waste trapped in the body. But for some people, the problem might be too big for colon cleansing methods to handle. When the colon is in big trouble, doctors would recommend having it removed.
If a person has inflammatory bowel disease (IBD) the best approach to avoid further complications is to have the colon removed. In most cases, the colon and the rectum are removed. This procedure is also known as Proctocolectomy. Since solid waste passes through the colon, the doctors doing your colon removal surgery will have to create a new route to replace the old one. One way that is commonly done is an ileostomy. An ileostomy is an internal pouch that is created directly connected to the anus so that stool will be able to be excreted naturally. Having this internal pouch or ileostomy could still make bowel movement a normal activity despite having your colon and rectum removed.
This procedure is necessary most especially if your symptoms are becoming uncontrollable even with the use of medicines. By having your colon removed, you will be able to avoid developing a cancer in your colon.
Though having an ileostomy may appear uncomfortable, this would definitely be a better choice compared to acquiring cancer and experience a higher level of pain.
Aside from people with inflammatory bowel diseases, people with extensive Crohn’s disease and ulcerative colitis also require to undergo colon removal surgery. If you are or you know someone who has been suffering these conditions, try to consult your medical expert on what you can do to avoid further complications. For starters, maybe you could adjust your lifestyle and modify it into something healthier and more apt for your condition. That way, you will be able to maintain your health and avoid degenerating diseases.
