I had UC and had to have my colon removed 7 years ago so now I have a "plastic" colon. I empty it 6 or 7 times a day and change the bag every 3 days to prevent leakage (blowouts). I tried to stretch it to 4 days but it often leaks if I do. It does not limit my life though. I play golf and workout at the gym 3 days a week and do whatever physical activities I want including running. I never have to sit on the stool anymore or be concerned about colon cancer (which I never had) but the diseased organ was dragging my overall health down so I needed to have it removed. I prayed that I could honor God through my ordeal and exalt him through my experience and not myself. He has honored my prayer me in incredible ways. God Bless you and I hope you can see it as an advantage to a better life instead of the alternative.