It's been over 20 years since my surgeries. I don't regret them for one minute. Suffering with Bloody U.C. for 10 years was a time of my life I wish to forget. I had a little bit of trouble adjusting to my J-Pouch, but for the most part, it has been without problems. I eat whatever I want, but do stay away from fried foods and spicy hot food. I had only one bout with Pouchitis, and that was just last year. I never took any meds for bowel control, but since the Pouchitis, I am on Sulfasalazine 4,000mg daily. I rarely ever have seepage, but when I do, I get butt burn. Have never had an "accident", and can hold it for hours if needed. When questioned about my U.C. experience, I always say that the Cleveland Clinic saved my life!