Hi, Sandra D123 - I opted not to travel to New York to see Dr. Shen. I live in Colorado, traveling was not an option. I did find a Gastroenterologist who was highly recommended and familiar with the J-pouch. I have improved so much. The pain and bleeding have stopped. He had me take 4 capsules of the high probiotic Visobiome, every morning before I eat, which stopped the bleeding. I am also taking 1 to 2 pills a day of Tramadol which controls the watery dirreaha, which helps the severe pain and burning. (It was recommended not to take more than 2 a day as it would constipate) I hope this helps anyone who is having these systems.
Weda