Posts Tagged ‘ileostomy’
Karron’s Story
I got an emergency ileostomy just before Christmas in 2017. For 6 months prior I had suffered with a persistent C-Diff infection that very nearly took my life. When I awoke after surgery and slowly became aware of what had happened, I was in shock and denial. I was horrified by this “alien” device and…
Read MoreJessica’s Story
As I lay in the sterile hospital room, the beeping machines and the faint whispers of the medical staff filled the air. I was recovering from my ileostomy surgery, a procedure that had fundamentally changed my life. I knew that the road to recovery would be long and challenging, but I was determined to embrace…
Read MoreEmbracing Life’s Second Chance: A Guide to Thriving with an Ostomy
Life can sometimes take unexpected turns, presenting us with challenges we never imagined we’d face. One such challenge is living with an ostomy. While it may feel like the end of the world when you first hear those words from your doctor, it’s essential to remember that an ostomy is not the end; it’s a…
Read MoreRichard’s Story
I came home from work one evening & like every other day, made myself & my wife some tea. After tea, I settled down with my wife & dog for a normal evening. Little did I know that this would be my last “normal” evening for a long time. Shortly after dinner, I started to…
Read MoreManaging Day-to-Day Life after Ileostomy or Colostomy Surgery
Undergoing ileostomy or colostomy surgery can significantly impact an individual’s day-to-day life. Adapting to the changes and learning new techniques for managing the stoma and ostomy bag can make a significant difference in comfort and confidence. In this article, we will explore practical tips and strategies to help individuals effectively manage their daily routine after…
Read MoreDamien’s Story
Hello, My journey happen to start in 2006 with severe abdominal cramping and pain. The doctors first thought it was appendicitis before running so many different tests to find out the problem was Crohn’s disease. Honestly at that time, I was 23 and I had never heard about such a thing and never gave it…
Read MoreKate’s Story
Hi there, My name is Kate and I live in Australia with my husband and our daughter. I’ve had a permanent ileostomy for 5 years now and my life is a far cry from what it was back then. You see, I’d spent the majority of my adult life, trying medications, treatments, and medical trials…
Read MoreTips and Tricks for Holiday Eating With an Ostomy
The holidays are a delicious time of year, but for people with an ostomy, there are some things to keep in mind when it comes to eating and drinking. Certain foods and drinks may not suit everyone, so checking with your doctor or ostomy nurse before indulging is vital. With a little planning, you can…
Read MoreRichard’s Story
I came home from work one evening and had a bacon roll for my tea. During the evening I started to feel sick & unwell, which I put down to a bad batch of bacon. I then made my way up to the toilet for obvious reasons. From there I went steadily downhill & my…
Read MoreStephanie Marie’s Story
I was diagnosed with Crohn’s disease when I was 10. I’m now 38 years old and living with an ileostomy. I tried all the crohns meds over the years, but 3 years ago I had a horrible flare up that ended in an emergency total colectomy. I struggled a lot the first year with…
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