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Hi,

I received a pouch in 1997 after suffering from severe ulcerative colitis.  Compared to suffering the various chronic diseases of the colon, there is no comparison, in fact most people don't realize how far from normal they have slipped as they slowly suffer.  For the vast majority of folks, the pouch gives them back a mostly normal life again.  That being said,  I have found everybody's body reacts differently from the lack of colon.  Some folks pouch and intestines work better than others.  Some have to go only 3-4 times in a 24 hr. period.  Some, like me are use to 6-8 times, but with total control of the event.  But maybe its because I'm a pig and refuse to deny myself of Every good food, ha!

The lack of colon means watery poop so better clean up is required, you might have noticed the fascination of J-Poucher's with various clean-up techniques, but you probably already are familiar with them all.  I have found not every solution works for all.  After isolating now at home I have grown much fonder of the hand held shower spray, as I have plenty of time and nothing else to do, ha.

I am very active; Skiing, Hiking, Backpacking, Hunting and Working Out.  I have just adapted the extra bathroom trips to my life, most occur after 3PM.  I just returned from my every two year sig scope and received a clean bill of health.  Doc says don't come back again unless you have any problems.  I have never had pouchitus. 

Overall, life is pretty good with a pouch, beats the hell out of the alternative.

PS  Make sure you get your Hematocrit tested, your symptoms sound like maybe maybe? like low red blood cells?

God bless you with health,

L

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