I am just about a week out of the hospital. I had an emergency colon resection due to a diverticulitis bleed. I almost died. I came out with a colostomy bag, my worst fear. I could use some advice. My output is pretty low right now, which scares me sometimes. I cry so much; it's annoying. I don't feel like I will ever leave the house until it is reversed. I have a huge incision down the center of my stomach, so it's pretty slow going right now. Does anyone have severe sweats? It's driving me crazy. I am extremely depressed. I haven't even showered yet; the home health agency doesn't seem to have any good advice on waterproofing. Help!

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