Hi Maverick,
Thanks for your response. I appreciate the input.
In my almost thirty years of having a j-pouch, I've had a lot of partial bowel obstructions, and a couple of full obstructions as well, so I know what you're talking about. This experience was different from anything I've experienced before. I definitely felt the twisting happening, especially when I was unable to stand up straight when the pain hit me. It was like the left side of my abdomen was sucked in for a few minutes before it finally released and I was able to stand up straight. So strange!
The joys of living with a j-pouch...
Take care, and thank you again!