This topic is about a person who is paraplegic and currently living with a colostomy. They are experiencing issues like constipation and abdominal pain and are thinking about switching to an ileostomy. They are looking for practical advice on what to expect before and after the surgery, as well as tips for managing daily life with an ileostomy, especially as someone who is paraplegic.

Here are some helpful insights and advice shared by others:

1. A fellow forum member who is also paraplegic and has an ileostomy has offered to answer specific questions directly. This could be a great opportunity to get personalized advice from someone with similar experiences.

2. It is suggested to check out the forum profile "Salad3," where detailed experiences are shared. This might help address many of the concerns about the transition from a colostomy to an ileostomy.

3. Even those in the community who are not paraplegic encourage asking broader questions. The community is known for being supportive and can provide both practical ostomy advice and emotional support.