I have an ileostomy and a mucus fistula. One-third of my colon was removed 14 months ago. Of course, I have learned that there are benefits to an ileostomy. I am not unhappy with my current situation. I met with and spoke to a surgeon about reconnection surgery, and he obviously couldn't tell me exactly how it would be for me if I got the surgery. Has anyone here had a reconnection to a partial colon?

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