I am now 18 months post colostomy and Dr. said I am a candidate. I have been reading Charlotte's post, it sounds like you went through an ordeal! I am unclear about recuperation and why it takes 6 weeks. Are you bedridden? Wear diapers all the time? One of my biggest fears is the pain. I am a wimp. I don't really want to have an ostomy forever but on a good day I think like what the heck? I also think about when I age that maybe it's an advantage instead of diapers. I've gained 10 lbs. and have no desire to exercise with this thing. Can someone tell me more of the post-op details? Thanks and good luck to all of you
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