Stage 4 colon patient here, mets to lungs, liver, nodes. 59 yro had original resection with resulting ileostomy. Wanted bag gone 8 months later had reversal. Been total disaster with incontinence, pain, and burning. Having colostomy placed in 3 days. Wondering about eating habits with a colostomy as all I seem to see is ileostomy cases. Did fine with my ileostomy but was busy every 2 hours needed attention. Hope colostomy is better for quality of life. My rear end issues have been diagnosed as radiation proctitis and the constant stool issues make it a mess.

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