Question for women who had rectum removed

tennislover
tennislover Member Posts: 64
edited March 2014 in Colorectal Cancer #1
Hello ladies, Has anyone out their had their rectum removed along with any part of their vagina tissue? I dont know how many people are in the same situation I am in, it is a little embarassing to write about but I dont know what I should do! I had part of the vaginal wall removed and in doing so it made it alot smaller.... ALOT. Lets just say that it is a good thing that I am in early meanopause because I couldnt get a tampon in there. I have been in a relationship for over a year and a half and the thought of never having sex again is really depressing. I experienced shrinking after radiation but this is completely different. Has anyone out there had this happen? Any advice as to what i can do? I know this is a minor detail in the scope of fighting cancer but it is important to me. Thanks ladies!!

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  • jerseysue
    jerseysue Member Posts: 624 Member
    #2
    I know they did a lot down there on me. They rebuilt my vaginal cuff (didn't even know I had one of them). I don't feel anything different down there nor does my husband. I asked if felt any different and he said no. I would call your GYN doc and see what he/she says. Sue
  • taraHK
    taraHK Member Posts: 1,952 Member
    #3
    I had similar issues -- but eventually greatly improved. I will email you directly (via your email link on this site). Gets pretty technical!
  • vinny3
    vinny3 Member Posts: 928 Member
    #4
    I am not a woman but am a physician. I would recommend talking to your gynecologist. There may be some stretching or procedure that can be done.
  • KathiM
    KathiM Member Posts: 8,028 Member
    #5
    Yes, I had some trouble in the beginning.....I had a total hysterectomy along with my rectum removal, so don't had trouble with periods...
    Slow and easy is my advice...and use some lubricant...
    Hugs, Kathi

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