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Had a colostomy done 28yrs ago. possibility of adhesion on intestine?
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Not sure: If you had a colostomy at any point, you have adhesions. Whether these are causing symptoms is less certain.
Answered 3/12/2013
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Huh?: Your question doesn't make too much sense, but yes, adhesions post op are possible for anybody and for long durations of time.
Answered 3/12/2013
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