SummaryDana shares her 17-year journey with ulcerative colitis and the challenges she faced before ultimately getting an ostomy. She reflects on her carefree college years, multiple surgeries, and the disappointment of the J-pouch not working as expected. Dana discusses the emotional toll of living with a chronic illness and the importance of therapy and self-care. She highlights the silver linings of having an ostomy, such as improved sleep and the ability to enjoy life's moments. Dana emphasizes the need for education, support, and breaking the stigma surrounding ostomies. Takeaways
Chapters 00:00Introduction and Background 01:29Diagnosis and College Years 06:25The Need for an Ostomy 10:02Adjusting to Life with an Ostomy 13:27The Emotional Journey and Therapy 23:53Embracing Life with an Ostomy 32:55Empowering Others and Breaking the Stigma 41:00Final Thoughts and Advice
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