I have a second JPouch for five years now and continue to present issues (chrons) and a pelvic floor dysfunction, the doctor is recommending JPouch removal. I have read post here about pouch removal but I continue to seek the answer to the following question:
* Does permanent ileostomy and complete pouch removal reduces the change of Chrons or UC issues?
For those of you that post …… Thanks so much, it is wonderful to have your comments and read what each of you have experienced
Patricia
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Regarding people with Crohn's or UC. Whether one has a J-Pouch procedure or has had one removed, any related issues (i.e. large joint pain, mouth sores, tiredness, etc..) to both disorders will always be there. Having said that, fortunately not everyone experiences all related issues.
Thanks Charles, I was thinking that was the case and that the only “issue” the ileostomy was to the butt problems. Thanks for the response
Correction - was to solve
Pouch removal does eliminate some problems permanently, in particular issues with the rectal cuff, pouchitis, and inflammation/strictures related to backwash stool. Some folks here have reported that their fistulas haven’t recurred after pouch excision, but there are no guarantees, since fistulizing Crohn’s doesn’t need a J-pouch to behave badly. However you choose to proceed I hope things get better for you!
Thanks Scott, I will meet with surgeon this week and discuss further and I am working on finalizing some specific questions that directly apply to my issues. Thanks again for pointing out the possible benefits I can get from surgery and permanent ostomy.
WOuld definitely recommend sending Mysticobra a private message, he will answer all of your questions 
No need.
In my situation it eliminated my uc. Which was low in my colon to begin with. I have had no problem since removal. Especially butt on fire issues.
You can pm me....
Richard.
@PHedges I'm glad you're asking questions and taking advice. I wish I had done more or even found this forum before my surgery. I feel like no one told me what I was going to go thru after my surgery. I thought I was going to get back to my life and just go on like normal but I guess we all have to find our new normal now. Good luck with your surgery.
@SadieM1210 posted:@PHedges I'm glad you're asking questions and taking advice. I wish I had done more or even found this forum before my surgery. I feel like no one told me what I was going to go thru after my surgery. I thought I was going to get back to my life and just go on like normal but I guess we all have to find our new normal now. Good luck with your surgery.
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