Very little to add to Jennifer and other responders.
I too have a k pouch, after having a failed J pouch due to pouchitis among other problems. I can add what one G.I. doctor said—that people who only have cancer and not UC, in addition, generally don’t get pouchitis. So that’s one plus for you if you get a J pouch.
I too had endometriosis and cysts on my ovaries. This is just my opinion, and I have no idea about the severity between yours and mine, but I didn’t have any contradiction between those diseases and getting a J pouch. I was also older when first diagnosed with UC than you are now.
also, from my personal experiences, I get second opinions from a different hospital system. Perhaps it’s different in the UK, but I have found groupthink in hospitals. To simply go to another doctor in the same hospital will probably result in the same opinion. I guess I’m going to add another also – – remember that you know your body better than any doctor. Yes, of course, they know more medicine. But clearly explain your symptoms, and get them to treat you in a holistic manner, which includes your mental well being
I hope all sorts out. It’s tough, don’t kid yourself. We’re here for support and advice. Keep us posted please. Janet