I was diagnosed with UC in 1996 when I was 16, almost died because of it. In 2003 I got my jpouch and I consider myself lucky because I have never (until now that I might have pouchitis) had an issue with it. For me it was the best decision I've ever made. There are bad days like when I eat garlic or onions but I rather take those bad days over another day with UC.
Good Luck 😊