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Hi Robert,

I am 59. I had my first of three surgeries at 57. My surgeries were done robotically. I had a fistula after my first surgery, which is not uncommon with abdominal surgery. This is  why the longer time period to get through to the last surgery. I like ctb, I had two different stomas. The loop being the most trouble.  I've had a functioning jpouch for about 6 wks, and honestly it hasn't been bad. I did have some inflammation recently, but after a round of antibiotics, that is cleared up. Butt burn maybe once.  Would I do this again? Oh boy, in a heart beat. I could never get comfortable with having a stoma, though many people have.  I know it's a hard decision to make. Three surgeries is alot. Some on this site have done it in one. I think probably that won't happen for someone our age. For me it has been worth it even if it is early days. Good luck to you in whatever you decide. Let us know.

Aimee

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