Tomorrow I will present my ileostomy to my classmates in an oral presentation discussing proctocolectomy, J-pouch, and ileostomy surgery, and how the surgery world can make things easier on us ostomates. No one in my class has any clue that I am the "patient" I am discussing..until the last slide which will be picture of me showing Sideshow Bob. I am stressing the importance of having a good length for ileostomy to avoid skin issues, good placement on the abdomen so that the bag will stick and clothes won't interfere, that a good cuff is sewn on the skin to hopefully avoid prolapse, etc.,etc.
Anyone want me to add anything in particular?
p.s. I am both excited and freaking out about doing this!
Anyone want me to add anything in particular?
p.s. I am both excited and freaking out about doing this!