Hi, I have had a stoma pouch now for 2 years and since then I have problems with lots of discharge from the rectum. Doctors have tried various things to help and now think the only way to stop this is to perform a proctocolectomy. (Removal of colon and rectum.) I have no muscle control, therefore it's embarrassing when I am out and cannot get to the toilet in time. I am usually a very positive person and with all the operations I have had, I just get on with life. But this is now ruling my life. My question is, has anyone had this problem or has had a proctocolectomy?
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