Scott, you are absolutely right. In fact you are one of the many j-pouchers that helped me thru many problems. I would write all suggestions down and bring the questions to my gastro. I thank you and all others for information. Sometimes they just don't tell you everything. If it was not for this forum I don't know what I would have done. I was actually beside myself didn't know where to turn. Family and friends really don't know what you go through. There are no support groups in my area. I searched after my surgery. I was so thankful to find this group. ELIF you are on the write site to find information.