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• Cancer >> Colorectal Cancer >> More than 5 years >> Interview 08 >> Describes colonic irrigation and how it helped her feel more in control of her life.

Diagnosed with colorectal cancer 1985 under went surgery, permanent colostomy and radiotherapy.

• Cancer >> Colorectal Cancer >> More than 5 years >> Interview 08 >> Having a colostomy left her constantly anxious about possible accidents and social embarrassment.

Diagnosed with colorectal cancer 1985 under went surgery, permanent colostomy and radiotherapy.

• Cancer >> Colorectal Cancer >> Less than 3 years since diagnosis >> Interview 11 >> An accident with his stoma bag caused extreme distress.

Diagnosed with colorectal cancer 2001. Under went surgery, temporary ileostomy, radiotherapy and chemotherapy.

• Cancer >> Colorectal Cancer >> More than 5 years >> Interview 15 >> After many years she still worries about her stoma.

Diagnosed with colorectal cancer 1995. Under went surgery, permanent colostomy and radiotherapy.