I had an ileostomy in 1976 at age 28 for ulcerative colitis with no after effects. I know how lucky I am. In my early 30's, I went to Europe and got terrible stomach or what is left of my small intestine pains, with vomiting and liquid output. I lost about 10 lbs in weight due to fluid loss.
Nothing significant after that until I was in my fifties and now I continue to get this intermittently. It is really painful and lasts about ten days each time.
Has anyone had a similar experience? Aside from being painful, it is driving me crazy since I have no idea what it is and how, if possible, to prevent it.
Thanks in advance for your help.
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