This topic is about someone feeling anxious about an upcoming surgery. They are trying to decide between having an ileostomy or a colostomy. This decision comes after a previous emergency surgery that left them with a problematic colostomy. They are now facing the possibility of another surgery with a new surgeon. Here are some of their concerns and goals:

1. They are worried about the nature of an ileostomy, particularly if the output is always liquid, which might require frequent emptying of the pouch and could lead to skin irritation.

2. They are feeling unwell, possibly due to a small leak or issues with their gallbladder, and are experiencing occasional pain from diverticulitis.

3. They hope to have their gallbladder removed during the upcoming surgery to avoid going through another recovery period later.

4. They are anxious about their overall health, especially after dealing with multiple illnesses and complications over the past year.

5. Their current goals include advocating for themselves, ensuring they understand the surgical plans at their next appointment, and regaining confidence that this surgery will lead to a better outcome.