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20 years with the pouch for me, and I'm considering myself at risk, even though I'm under 50.   I've had a few non pouch illnesses through the years that have spiraled out of control fast, mainly due to dehydration or pain meds causing pouch issues.  There is just no way our systems are 100 percent after losing a colon.

I've got a whole cabinet filled with food/drinks for if I do get sick.  Pedialyte, Ensure, soup, etc.  If I get it and end up in the hospital, it won't be because I was not hydrated or nourished.

I don't necessarily think my system is compromised, but it makes sense if it is, and I'm not taking any chances.  However, I'm also not living in fear of getting it.  I'm following the social distancing rules.

Good luck to all of us.  Stay hydrated.  Don't take any chances.

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