Hi,

I am 62 years old, female, and I have had a colosotmy for 9 months,
and I just heard of you a couple of weeks ago.

I just had a colostomy closure done on Oct. 1, so you are probably
wondering by now why I am bothering with this.

I just wanted to touch base with others who have had this
experience. I have learned alot about myself and my husband through
this experience, most of it good.

I had diverticulitis that went very bad, ruptured colon, heart
failure and kidney failure, and permanent inner ear damage from the
Gentamycin. Through it all I have to say I've kept a pretty positive
outlook. I also feel that I am very lucky to be alive.

Additionally, I have some leftover supplies, and what is the usual
way of getting rid of them? Short of throwing them away, and they
are too expensive to do that!

I look forward to hearing from others.

Thanks,
Bobbie