I have had a stoma since 2020. Best decision I ever made. Originally had a loop but had the end ileostomy done in 2022. I left my rectum with the hopes I get out, meet someone, and have kids. All I've had is proctitis and been stuck in the house.
I now need the Barbie bum surgery, but I'm terrified. I don't want to go through surgery again. My last one, I had to be taken in a second time because they thought I had internal bleeding. I also know this recovery is a lot tougher, and I don't think I have the mental or physical strength to deal with any complications. Sepsis, wound packing, abscesses, leaks… I just feel very exhausted, so hoping to get more information here and hopefully feel brave.
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