With thanks to the OWM Board members who responded to a call for help from the gentleman with a troublesome ileostomy:

Dear Barbara:

Realizing your days are pretty full still I wanted to take your time to thank you for encouraging me to try to improve quality of life by seeking some treatment for my current problem.

Your board members suggested maybe pounchitis as the cause since I was having constant cramps. I researched [and found] a site suggesting diet could help (your first impulse via telephone), suggesting eliminating sugar and wheat. I did so and cramps ceased, thanks.

An appointment with the department head of the colorectal section of Cleveland Clinic in Ft Lauderdale, FL produced an attractive 40-year-old woman, Dr. Nana Sands, who knew exactly what she as doing, explained my problem, ordered the test, conducted the procedure, and suggested a follow-up if not 100% successful. My life is much more pleasant, thanks to a short conversation with you.

I cannot adequately express my appreciation other than a sincere many thanks, and best wishes, George