Reflecting on One Year with My Ileostomy

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Caz67
Dec 10, 2021 1:39 pm

Hi, my friends.

It's just come up to one year since having my ileostomy. Not going to lie, at first, I hated the bloody thing after all I didn't know I was having it. Throughout the year, I have had so much help and support from you guys. I think I would be in deep doo-doo if I hadn't come across this site, so thanks for being my crutch. I've learned just about anything and everything regarding stoma-related issues, not to mention the warm friends I have gained during this time. The laughter that we share, the personal journeys we have or are going through, the discussion forum we share, and thanks to Henry and Bill's daily inspirational posts and poems, I salute you, gents. XX 🎂

AlexT
Dec 10, 2021 6:41 pm

I presume your ileostomy has made your daily life better, and for that, congratulations. 

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Caz67
Dec 10, 2021 7:31 pm
Reply to AlexT

Hmm, not sure it's been made better. My only problem I had prior to surgery was abdominal pain for a couple of days, which I put down to constipation, but it turned out that all my large bowel had died. Xx

AlexT
Dec 10, 2021 8:33 pm
Reply to Caz67

With that, I'd guess it was inevitable that a bag was in your future. Did you get it anything for your anniversary together? 🥳

TerryLT
Dec 10, 2021 8:58 pm

Hi Caz,  Happy Anniversary!  I just passed my one year with my ileo too.  Previously I had a year with a colostomy, which was not a good time.  I've had my challenges with the ileo, but now that I've ironed out all the wrinkles, so to speak, things are pretty good and I'm thankful for it every day.  I agree with you completely that this site and the friendship and knowledge I've gained has made a huge difference.  We are lucky to have the site and each other.

Take care,

Terry

 

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Caz67
Dec 11, 2021 8:54 am
Reply to AlexT

Of course, I did get a lovely homemade coconut Bakewell tart. Lol xx

Past Member
Dec 12, 2021 7:10 pm

 

Happy Stoma Anniversary, Caz

Sending positive thoughts your way....

Stay Safe

Sophie    :o))

 

 

 

 

 

judiprescott17
Dec 12, 2021 11:15 pm

Shortly after my 40th birthday and between Christmas and New Year - I lost my entire colon! It was a terribly painful disease that didn't go away even after that surgery. Yet, 33 years later, I am still here. Why, I don't know.

Caz67
Dec 16, 2021 12:04 pm
Reply to judiprescott17

Hi Judi

The reason you're still here is because God wasn't ready; He had plans for you to spread joy, love, and happiness to those around you. XX 😚