My ileostomy bag has helped me love my body - shake my beauty
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Date: 2023-09-12
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Martin
In a way having one of these stoma bags fitted can I imagine, give a person a boost after the initial surgery and healing process, which I understand in all takes less than 6 months to fully recover. If you look at it logically and I speak for myself here often the normal toilet situation for a clear out isn't always such a big deal, if your out and about toilet facilities can be very unsavoury urine on the floor no toilet paper or soap etc. and even if you have a great toilet it can sometimes let's say last a while. I would say these stoma things are only going to get more simpler, cleverer and easier to facilitate for the user, but even now if you have the kit and in your own privacy I would say with experience changing one of these would be quicker and simpler than changing your socks. Also the pain of the illness you suffered will be gone forever Crohn's sounds a rough deal or bowel/rectal/stomach cancer then this thing will re - invent you, it's all a matter of mindset. Well done to this young man for not rolling over.
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In a way having one of these stoma bags fitted can I imagine, give a person a boost after the initial surgery and healing process, which I understand in all takes less than 6 months to fully recover. If you look at it logically and I speak for myself here often the normal toilet situation for a clear out isn't always such a big deal, if your out and about toilet facilities can be very unsavoury urine on the floor no toilet paper or soap etc. and even if you have a great toilet it can sometimes let's say last a while. I would say these stoma things are only going to get more simpler, cleverer and easier to facilitate for the user, but even now if you have the kit and in your own privacy I would say with experience changing one of these would be quicker and simpler than changing your socks. Also the pain of the illness you suffered will be gone forever Crohn's sounds a rough deal or bowel/rectal/stomach cancer then this thing will re - invent you, it's all a matter of mindset. Well done to this young man for not rolling over.
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CherylRain
I had the same thing as you. It's wonderful that getting an ileostomy even exists otherwise we would be dead! My husband left me because HE couldn't deal with it. I went through the hell but he couldn't deal with it. It's been really hard in the dating world. I see so many people that accept this with no issues. I have been rejected so many times it really hurts because of it. I have a really hard time telling someone new for obvious reasons. I know the people that reject me because of this that doesn't even effect them I consider shallow and not the person for me anyway. I guess you can say you can weed out the bad ones real early in the game. I'm so happy for you, you got your life bad and please love it too the fullest! Hang onto that young lady!
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I had the same thing as you. It's wonderful that getting an ileostomy even exists otherwise we would be dead! My husband left me because HE couldn't deal with it. I went through the hell but he couldn't deal with it. It's been really hard in the dating world. I see so many people that accept this with no issues. I have been rejected so many times it really hurts because of it. I have a really hard time telling someone new for obvious reasons. I know the people that reject me because of this that doesn't even effect them I consider shallow and not the person for me anyway. I guess you can say you can weed out the bad ones real early in the game. I'm so happy for you, you got your life bad and please love it too the fullest! Hang onto that young lady!
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Kelly
I'm in tears. ALL I could want is for my disease to stop attacking my body so I can build muscles again and feel strong. the same way you are rn. THANK YOU for sharing this. I been fighting wasting syndrome for a few years and I build muscle to stay alive. I'm so tired. I wanted to get disposable bags and honestly like you said any bag to give me life and allow my husband and child to get the BEST of me for the rest of our lives. Bless you! Bless that beautiful woman too, my husband rather me feel well than anything and a bag is just a bag. least I'm alive. I decided if I get a bag imma rock that -! I hula hoop and think I can advocate and bring attention to Crohn's in that forum.
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I'm in tears. ALL I could want is for my disease to stop attacking my body so I can build muscles again and feel strong. the same way you are rn. THANK YOU for sharing this. I been fighting wasting syndrome for a few years and I build muscle to stay alive. I'm so tired. I wanted to get disposable bags and honestly like you said any bag to give me life and allow my husband and child to get the BEST of me for the rest of our lives. Bless you! Bless that beautiful woman too, my husband rather me feel well than anything and a bag is just a bag. least I'm alive. I decided if I get a bag imma rock that -! I hula hoop and think I can advocate and bring attention to Crohn's in that forum.
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Sky
I can relate so much with this story I-m 32 years old & I also in 2007 found out I had Crohn-s disease I had just started my junior year of high school! my one year ileostomy anniversary is in June! I fought Crohns with oral meds Intervenous meds and shots for 14 years nothing really seemed to get me over the hump but after my surgery last June I-ve never felt better in my life it was a life-saving emergency decision that end up being The best thing that could have happened to me!
I hope and pray that you continue to progress stay in remission and stay healthy Joel!
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I can relate so much with this story I-m 32 years old & I also in 2007 found out I had Crohn-s disease I had just started my junior year of high school! my one year ileostomy anniversary is in June! I fought Crohns with oral meds Intervenous meds and shots for 14 years nothing really seemed to get me over the hump but after my surgery last June I-ve never felt better in my life it was a life-saving emergency decision that end up being The best thing that could have happened to me!
I hope and pray that you continue to progress stay in remission and stay healthy Joel!
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Onyx
I had Cronh's since I was 5, now I'm 12 and I have a forever colostomy bag. I got it when I was 11. Since then I'm depressed and have anxiety and lots of stress. We tried a lot of doctors' help, it can be mental or physical therapy, it didn't help. Looking at all these 155 cm, curvy, perfect face, perfect body girl classmates, I go home and just cry because of my body and disability. But seeing I'm not alone in this journey, and this guy's confidence just gave me the motivation for exercising, eating healthy, take my vitamins, and have good hygiene. Thank you.
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I had Cronh's since I was 5, now I'm 12 and I have a forever colostomy bag. I got it when I was 11. Since then I'm depressed and have anxiety and lots of stress. We tried a lot of doctors' help, it can be mental or physical therapy, it didn't help. Looking at all these 155 cm, curvy, perfect face, perfect body girl classmates, I go home and just cry because of my body and disability. But seeing I'm not alone in this journey, and this guy's confidence just gave me the motivation for exercising, eating healthy, take my vitamins, and have good hygiene. Thank you.
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Rex
So happy for this guy. Goes to show that even with chronic illness, with that physique, all you need is motivation and determination to reach your goals. He looks even fitter than most non-disabled overweight people I see! I don't know if obesity is considered a chronic illness, but I see obesity more as a consequence of lifestyle than life circumstances.
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So happy for this guy. Goes to show that even with chronic illness, with that physique, all you need is motivation and determination to reach your goals. He looks even fitter than most non-disabled overweight people I see! I don't know if obesity is considered a chronic illness, but I see obesity more as a consequence of lifestyle than life circumstances.
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-Yoongi
This is inspiring for me cause I'm 15 years old beacause of tuberculosis my intestine damaged and now i have stoma. I was depressed thinking it will take 6 months to took off but now i have made my mind that this will be part of my body and i have to except this btw right now I'm in hospital it's been 15 days i got stoma.
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This is inspiring for me cause I'm 15 years old beacause of tuberculosis my intestine damaged and now i have stoma. I was depressed thinking it will take 6 months to took off but now i have made my mind that this will be part of my body and i have to except this btw right now I'm in hospital it's been 15 days i got stoma.
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GhostsnGoblins
I have a ileostomy bag after stage 1 bowel cancer and I am Australian just goes to show we are all pink on the inside and bleed red blood skin colour has nothing to do with life its about love untill you have been sick and at rock bottom life goes with out the coloured glasses. Love life not hate.
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I have a ileostomy bag after stage 1 bowel cancer and I am Australian just goes to show we are all pink on the inside and bleed red blood skin colour has nothing to do with life its about love untill you have been sick and at rock bottom life goes with out the coloured glasses. Love life not hate.
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Razah
What people don't know either is that with chrons disease and ulcerative colitis both IBD also can get arthirits not the worn and torn arthritis but an auto immune disease arthiris which can affects the eyes lungs spine joint on top on it affecting your digestive tract it is a very brutal disease.
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What people don't know either is that with chrons disease and ulcerative colitis both IBD also can get arthirits not the worn and torn arthritis but an auto immune disease arthiris which can affects the eyes lungs spine joint on top on it affecting your digestive tract it is a very brutal disease.
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blogs
This really makes me feel better. I-m 15 and I-ve had ulcerative colitis for 12 years. My health is at a point where no medicine is working and I-m in constant pain and losing weight. I-m going for the surgery in about a month and I-m very scared but the outcome in this video gave me some hope.
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This really makes me feel better. I-m 15 and I-ve had ulcerative colitis for 12 years. My health is at a point where no medicine is working and I-m in constant pain and losing weight. I-m going for the surgery in about a month and I-m very scared but the outcome in this video gave me some hope.
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Hawkern
You look amazing man! I have Ulcer Kolittis. And now 10 years later its a question to get Stoma. well im married and a 41y. o man. Its not so scary to me now, but i guess if i where younger and single its difficult to swallow. Stay strong! Much love, if u ever get to se this: D
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You look amazing man! I have Ulcer Kolittis. And now 10 years later its a question to get Stoma. well im married and a 41y. o man. Its not so scary to me now, but i guess if i where younger and single its difficult to swallow. Stay strong! Much love, if u ever get to se this: D
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John
Thank you for this video! I'm rectal cancer survivor, and have a colostomy bag. My Dr's told me that I would be surprised how many people wear Ileostomy or colostomy bags. Until this day, I have not personally met anyone, but this video has helped me get out of the dumps a bit.
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Thank you for this video! I'm rectal cancer survivor, and have a colostomy bag. My Dr's told me that I would be surprised how many people wear Ileostomy or colostomy bags. Until this day, I have not personally met anyone, but this video has helped me get out of the dumps a bit.
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Mamaw
Thank you for this. I need to learn what bags are the best. I need to learn everything for my son who is 26. He hates this. He doesn't want to live this way. I wish I could speak one on one through email.
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Thank you for this. I need to learn what bags are the best. I need to learn everything for my son who is 26. He hates this. He doesn't want to live this way. I wish I could speak one on one through email.
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Orion
I will be going through surgery very soon and I would love to talk to him about all of this, cause i have many questions and doubts and speaking to someone who has gone through it would help me greatly.
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I will be going through surgery very soon and I would love to talk to him about all of this, cause i have many questions and doubts and speaking to someone who has gone through it would help me greatly.
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Thomas
Inspiring story! I've been in and out of hospital with ulcerative colitis flare up for 6 months. I'm trying to avoid surgery but my health is getting really bad that I'm seriously considering having it
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Inspiring story! I've been in and out of hospital with ulcerative colitis flare up for 6 months. I'm trying to avoid surgery but my health is getting really bad that I'm seriously considering having it
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newcaneydj
This my second time with bag. First time it didn-t bother me cause I new it was temporary. This time it-s forever and it-s been really tuff. Glad seen your video gives me hope Thanks
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This my second time with bag. First time it didn-t bother me cause I new it was temporary. This time it-s forever and it-s been really tuff. Glad seen your video gives me hope Thanks
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Angelia
THANK YOU! This is something that is possibly an upcoming aspect of my life. Your vid has been very encouraging and calming. Blessings from Indiana and prayers for continued good health!
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THANK YOU! This is something that is possibly an upcoming aspect of my life. Your vid has been very encouraging and calming. Blessings from Indiana and prayers for continued good health!
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Ethan
I wear an ileostomy bag. I used to weigh 135 lbs at 5'10'' and now I weigh 210 lbs (need to lose weight. The suckiest part about the operation is that it caused retrograde ejaculation.
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I wear an ileostomy bag. I used to weigh 135 lbs at 5'10'' and now I weigh 210 lbs (need to lose weight. The suckiest part about the operation is that it caused retrograde ejaculation.
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Michael
Is there an explanation to why the intestine is sticking out of the abdominal region in that manner? I don't know what an Ileostectomy is. Sorry about the medical illiteracy.
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Is there an explanation to why the intestine is sticking out of the abdominal region in that manner? I don't know what an Ileostectomy is. Sorry about the medical illiteracy.
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Bryan
I bookmarked this one because I may be facing something similar. Inspiring, Joel! You have my respect and you've got bocos the size of cannon balls. Well done.
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I bookmarked this one because I may be facing something similar. Inspiring, Joel! You have my respect and you've got bocos the size of cannon balls. Well done.
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GloryDaze
I-m really proud of this guy And his girl. Your the TRUE meaning of the word INSPIRATION. You look the pillar of health, you simply look FANTASTIC!
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I-m really proud of this guy And his girl. Your the TRUE meaning of the word INSPIRATION. You look the pillar of health, you simply look FANTASTIC!
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Cockeyed
I really appreciate what is said at beginning of video. I felt the same way: confidence at all-time low, thought my life was over. Doing better now.
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I really appreciate what is said at beginning of video. I felt the same way: confidence at all-time low, thought my life was over. Doing better now.
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Rita
I'm glad to see that a person can lift more than 10poundswith the bag. It's wonderful to see you living a fit, happy and healthy life. More power to you
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I'm glad to see that a person can lift more than 10poundswith the bag. It's wonderful to see you living a fit, happy and healthy life. More power to you
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cuescues1
You are an inspiration to all with this horrible disease. My wife has Crohn's and recently went back to an ostomy. Keep up the good fight.
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You are an inspiration to all with this horrible disease. My wife has Crohn's and recently went back to an ostomy. Keep up the good fight.
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Stephanie
I have Crohn's disease 15yrs. i have. everything you have. i have a hernia. i get weak physically a lot. How does your twin feel?
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I have Crohn's disease 15yrs. i have. everything you have. i have a hernia. i get weak physically a lot. How does your twin feel?
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-paolo
Got inspired to your story, and makes me get motivated to hit weights again. How are you coping up with the stoma protruding?
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Got inspired to your story, and makes me get motivated to hit weights again. How are you coping up with the stoma protruding?
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unknown
i respect your effort youve put in more then i have words for. keep going. ill try and do the same. your ten steps ahead.
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i respect your effort youve put in more then i have words for. keep going. ill try and do the same. your ten steps ahead.
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Richard
I just got one 3 days ago they're telling me it's going to be temporary. Are you eventually going to get yours removed?
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I just got one 3 days ago they're telling me it's going to be temporary. Are you eventually going to get yours removed?
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Kay
So proud of him.
The fact that he can keep the ileostomy bag on for 3 days is amazing. I know those suckers can LEAK -
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So proud of him.
The fact that he can keep the ileostomy bag on for 3 days is amazing. I know those suckers can LEAK -
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MooseX
I don-t get it still so what-s going on here? Doctors can-t fix it back to normality yet? Or what? I-m honestly curious
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I don-t get it still so what-s going on here? Doctors can-t fix it back to normality yet? Or what? I-m honestly curious
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