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Hello to all you wonderful people.  I have been in the background reading everything on this site.      I have learned so much, and now see that Iam "normal" in my reactions and process to my ileostomy.



For me, emergency operation due to blocked small bowel, ruptured diverticuliti and perforated/ absessed colon and all of it was adhered.        5 years ago I had a colon resection due to repeated. Hospitalizations for diverticulitis.      8 weeks ago this surgery.     Surgeon saved my life but didn't fix problems, couldn't even get to the perfs.      I have a specialist now who basically said its a disaster in there!   Lol.       In April I go back in for a 10 hour surgery....with probable colon removal.  He can't say if he can hook small to the rectum, or have permanent ileostomy.  many more tests and healing to do.     I am hopeful that even if he can't reverse me that he can move the stoma to a better spot.   It's level with my navel, right in the crease where you bend, etc.



I lost my husband one year ago, so this happening is a double whammy......but, I will survive....as the song says.

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I'm grateful for this forum, and everyone in here.    Thanks for listening.  

Laura

WOW......First, I'd like to say that I'm so-o-o sorry for the loss of your husband. I can't imagine the courage, will power and determination it would take to overcome such tremendous adversity, as you've been confronted with in ONLY a year !!!! Not only are you an incredible inspiration, but I think you've certainly earned more than an "Honorable Mention" in the "Super Hero" category !!! ............................................................................  



Please know that I wish you blessings of comfort in your loss, best possible outcome with your upcoming surgical challenges and the "speediest" of recoveries!!! With you wonderful outlook, couragous and unbelievable fortitude, the sky is the limit for you !!!!



I so-o-o admire your spirit my friend

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........BEG

My dear lady,

You should have not waited so long to "make yourself known". every one here will wish you well and you will always find a sympathetic ear.  I too, am sorry for your loss.

God bless and get well

Hello Laura,  Welcome to the club. Sorry you are having troubles.When I read about other peoples troubles,mine seem small in comparison. I have learned so much by reading other peoples experiences . And there are so many caring and thoughtful people on this sight to give you support. Good luck and keep us all informed with your progress.

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Hi Laura,Sorry that you had a loss of your hubby,and all thats happend to you .I hope you find the friendship here with all these wonderful people ,who do and will support each other.I for one are greatful for having found this site. I do hope all goes to plan ,please keeps us updated with your progress.. Tc ambies..

Staying Hydrated with an Ostomy with LeeAnne Hayden | Hollister

Hello Laura and nice to see you come out from the background,nice approach.There is a wealth of information on this site and other then myself there are great people too! Welcome and ennjoy

Welcome along Laura. Your story certainly puts mine in it place. Like Donna has already, we all have learned so much by reading each others journeys. It really helps put everything in perspective. I know you'll find lots of wonderful people here and I don't think I'd be where I am today without them. Take good care, Colm

Thanks for the welcome!

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  hey laura and welcome to the club  THE CLUB OF HARDKNOCKS  somtimes im glad you have poped into the forums and maybe we can get into general chat (which can b a challenge) time lines from all parts of the world ...... And yeah we do learn from others i dont feel like "o i feel better now some one is worse of my pain isnt some one elses life its mine and hell some people on here have been through hell and we all have our own hell and the good times too we are all same same but different ..........xxxxxxxxxxxxxxx hope all goes well for you Darlz ..moozeeee x x x x

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mooza, I've missed you lately... good to see you again.  





Welcome, Laura.



Carol

Hello Laura, what a time you have had! I admire your great attitude and I admire your coping skills. I have had a permanent ileostomy since 1988; sometimes it's a rough road to health but I believe you will feel quite a bit better after your upcoming surgery. And yes, I definitely recommend a stoma revision, you'll be much more comfortable with a properly placed stoma.

Keep us posted,

Gypsy

Hello Laura, I too have an ileostomy with my stoma in a very bad spot but it will be 2 years  in April and I am so grateful that my pain is gone and me and my "BB" (stoma) have come to an agreement of sorts so I am accepting my new lifestyle much better.  I am in Virginia and I go to a small support group at times, it does help.  If you ever need to talk we are here.  I need to change my name I am no longer a newcomer....LOL

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Hi new , well here's a suggestion for a new name how about ..upgraded.lol.. having a bit of fun, now you may be bombarded with ideas..lol..tc ambies..

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awww Hey carol i have been battling a reacuring sore -Ulcer right on the edge of my flangy thingy its a rite Pain in the arse 2 nd time its came back yeah i guess i missed you to darlz ..So hey wats bee goin on with you darlin  ..Wats up with u or not up with you hehehhahaha  LOLOL

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its nearly 6am here in Melbourne crap summer so far My hernias been shiting me up the wall xxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxx the sore thingy started of as a small pimple got bigger thought i sorted it out and BAMMMM My hernia the whole thing looked like i was out getting a rotten red burn argggggggggggggggggggggggggggg xxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxx thanks carol my sister is a carol too or cazz i call her hope your doing well sweety pie heheheh its way to early for me im at my naughty time HAHAHA seeya xx

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oh yeah the 2 HERNIA AINT NOOO HELP EITHER BUGGAAA

well i had cancer.then as i was getting over it i lost my husband, then years later i had burst appendix! 2 serious ops later i have a urostomy bag, but god knows where we get the strengh to carry on but i think the saying what doesnt kill ya makes you stronger is soooo true, good luck.x

with your name ..LAURA YOU WILL SURVIVE!!!!!!My name is also Laura and I have survived ssssoooo many cancer surgeries I don't have much more inside me to gat CA!!!!!!I also have illiostomy((4-11).Stay with this site ,it is so encouraging and lots of info given.Best of health to ya--Laura