Getting ready to revise loop to end ileostomy - concern w/ adhesions?

I had a loop ileostomy 2/2/2017 because of colonic inertia w/ pelvic floor issues. Knowing what I know now, I would have questioned why they didn't remove the colon and do an end ileostomy at the time. We knew it would not make sense to do a take down because of the other issues, plus I'm nearly 65 so living with the pouch is easier than what I have gone through for so many years. None-the-less, it was done and I realize they were trying to be conservative.

I was told the bypassed colon would continue to produce mucus and to expect it to pass occasionally. Evidently there is inflamation and a collection of mucus and stool in the ascending portion of the colon. Just like the initial problem, it takes a long time to get through the colon and is extremely difficult to pass. I have a lot of cramping and discomfort when it's getting ready to pass. We've tried cortisone enemas, which work for a short time but they don't want to use them on a long term basis. This morning it was like having an actual bowel movement; mostly stool w/ very little mucus. Additionally, the skin around the stoma hasn't been able to heal because the active portion of the stoma is recessed (I do use a deep convex) and the inactive side pushes over the top.

Now they've decided to remove the colon and turn it into a true end ileostomy. I have a history of adhesions and know there is a portion of the bowel that is fixed by adhesions. Should I be concerned about making things even worse because messing with them? My husband sort of planted doubt and I'm stressing over not wanting to hear "I told you so!" Know what I mean?

I'd really appreciate your thoughts!

Oh THANK YOU Virdent!

I really appreciate your wisdom... nothing better than advice from someone that's been there. I do feel like the surgeon is very good and, as you say, made the recommendation with solid knowledge. I'm comfortable with it and hope to rock the recovery!

Thanks, Vicki