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@frh a permanent ileostomy would not have been my first choice, I have not regretted that it is what I decided to do. After 15 years of dealing with chronic pouchitis, fistulas, abscesses, and just not feeling good, it was a relief to leave that behind. The last 20+ years with the ileostomy have seen me in much better health.

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@susanf8 thank you I just remember that long bag and the skin issues and then worrying about the sounds. It made when food would be coming in it and the smell of certain foods. It just sounds exhausting only in a different way as all. But thanks and it just might have to happen for me as well, but I think I might be trading one thing for another. As is in life.