Watching on TV last night, I was delighted to hear that Cass Bargell, representing the USA, was instrumental in helping her team to an unexpected draw against the top team, Australia.
What was fabulous to hear was that Cass has a stoma following her suffering with ulcerative colitis.
This just shows that a bag should not prevent anyone from achieving what they desire.
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Hi,
Not blowing my own trumpet or anything, but I was at the healthiest I had ever been prior to getting UC symptoms. I was eating very healthy and exercising 6/7 days. I'd love to know if any lifestyle factors affect UC, but I suppose I'll have to wait until they figure out what causes it.
I've been trying to occupy myself by being in contact with friends often, but some days I am really not in the mood and find it hard to drag my mind away from what ends up being a mountain of thoughts. I suppose it's all part of the learning process and I'm sure it'll happen less with time. This website has been great so far. It's great to be able to write this sort of stuff down and chat with people that understand what's going on. For that, I thank everyone on this website.
Thanks,
Hamish.
