This topic is about someone who has been dealing with a persistent abdominal infection related to their J-pouch for over three years. They are preparing for surgery to address this issue, with the hope that the surgeons might be able to repair and reconnect the J-pouch during the procedure. The primary aim is to eliminate the infection that has been causing problems. The person was diagnosed with ulcerative colitis in 2002, and there is now a possibility of Crohn’s disease being involved. After the surgery and recovery, they plan to engage actively with the ostomy community for support and information sharing.

Here are some pieces of advice and insights shared by others:

1. Community members are offering encouragement, prayers, and emotional support. They suggest staying connected with the community during recovery for ongoing help and companionship.

2. Someone with similar experiences of fistula and infection issues shares empathy and emphasizes that each case is unique, highlighting that there is still hope for a positive outcome.

3. Another person who recently moved from an ileostomy to a J-pouch and is currently dealing with an infection offers to connect for shared experiences and peer support.