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due to complications. He was then assessed and approved to receive Proton Therapy to target the tumor. After Proton Therapy, he went through a period where no treatment was given due to the side effects of treatment and the disease. A colostomy was later placed due to him having a Perforated Bowel and becoming septic. After nine months of dealing with a colostomy, the client wanted it removed even though he was told that it may not be possible. The surgery was performed to do a colostomy reversal that did not end well and caused more problems than expected. He ended up with a hole in his abdomen because the wound was left open to prevent infection. The wound has not healed as of yet, 1 year and 6 months later. He is still dealing

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