Thanks for the tag, @lisalucier. It is nice to meet you, @debschmitt (although not under these circumstances). I have read through your posts here and also what you wrote on your profile. I admire your attitude!

I relate to your weight loss and bowel functioning. The horrible pain through the rectum has gotten better, only creeping back less-than-occasionally. It definitely stops me in my tracks though. I do not, however have a redundant colon. Your comment about the isolation and lack of understanding going along with all of this may be just as difficult to deal with. I understand!

I am curious exactly where in your colon is a problem. I guess I wonder if in addition to this you have something else going on. I say this because of the description about extreme pain through the rectum. I cannot describe just how bad mine hurt at times, caused by uncoordinated muscles improved by getting pelvic floor therapy.

I am focused to at least maintain my weight and bowel routines the best I can. You mention running out of laxatives to try. I eat quite a bit of extra virgin olive oil that is calorie dense and also acts as a laxative. I started small and worked up to adding 4-5 tablespoons a day added to my food. I also try to eat foods with vitamin C with each of my 3 meals and 2 snacks daily. It may be worth asking your functional doctor about or searching online. I also drink coffee. I also find exercising and light weight training is helping.

Have you found anything that particularly helps or causes problems for you?