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I have crohn's disease. whilst not having symptoms for 6 years since my ostomy, i've now got sharp throbbing pains in my remaining rectal stump?

Q: i have crohn's disease. whilst not having symptoms for 6 years since my ostomy, i've now got sharp throbbing pains in my remaining rectal stump?

Seek help now: With your Crohn's disease &amp; ostomy any pain is worrisome. Possible problems include bleeding, twisting of you intestines, or bacterial infection. Please seek medical attention now. Good luck &amp; feel better.

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Seek help now: With your Crohn's disease & ostomy any pain is worrisome. Possible problems include bleeding, twisting of you intestines, or bacterial infection. Please seek medical attention now. Good luck & feel better.

Answered 3/29/2016

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A member asked:

I have crohn's disease. whilst not having symptoms for 6 years since my ostomy, i've now got sharp throbbing pains in my remaining rectal stump?

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