Acute Diverticulitis and Bowel Resection Surgery: My Experience

Diverticulitis surgery recovery, bowel resection experience, colon surgery drains, and healing after acute diverticulitis — in this video I share my real journey from hospitalization to robotic bowel resection and recovery. After years of mild diverticulitis episodes, I faced acute sigmoid diverticulitis with an abscess that required hospitalization, CT-guided drain placement, weeks of antibiotics, and ultimately robotic bowel resection surgery. Along the way, I struggled with drains, diet changes, fatigue, unexpected side effects like surgical emphysema and hair loss, and the emotional challenges of recovery. In this video, I walk through: • Symptoms that led to the ER • Hospital stay and IV antibiotics • Living with abdominal drains for two months • Preparing for bowel resection surgery • Robotic colon surgery recovery timeline • Diet progression after surgery • Unexpected side effects and healing • What helped physically and emotionally When I was going through this, I found limited real-world information — especially about drains, recovery, and what life actually feels like after surgery. My hope is that sharing my experience helps others feel more informed, less afraid, and better prepared. Everyone’s medical journey is different, but healing is possible — and sometimes the outcome is far better than the fear leading up to surgery. ________________________________________ ⭐ Medical Disclaimer (important for trust & algorithm safety) This video reflects my personal experience and is not medical advice. Always consult your healthcare provider for diagnosis and treatment decisions. #Diverticulitis #DiverticulitisSurgery #BowelResection #ColonSurgery