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• 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 >> More than 5 years >> Interview 27 >> She was anxious to regain a sense of privacy after having a colostomy.

Diagnosed with colorectal cancer 1992, under went surgery and a temporary colostomy.

• Cancer >> Colorectal Cancer >> More than 5 years >> Interview 35 >> He recalls trying to carry on with normal activities while adjusting to having a stoma.

Diagnosed with colorectal cancer 1995, under went surgery, temporary ileostomy and a permanent colostomy.

• Cancer >> Colorectal Cancer >> 3 - 5 years since diagnosis >> Interview 36 >> Despite minor fears and the occasional mishap he found it easy to cope with his colostomy.

Diagnosed with colorectal cancer 1997, under went surgery, temporary colostomy and chemotherapy.