Good morning. Welcome to blog 3 The difference between a j pouch and an ileostomy, is that a j pouch is found on the inside of the body and collects waste in the pouch. The elimination process is normal through the anus. While the ileostomy pouch is found on the outside of the body and collects waste. An individual needs to empty their colostomy bag 6-8 times per day. A person with a j pouch may pass 5-8 stools per day or more depending on their diet sensitivity. The challenges I have experienced having a j pouch for the past 12 years are: bloating, cramps, noisy rumbling sounds of my j pouch. The rumbling sounds are very embarrassing especially when you are in a meetings, in the company of family and friends. The sounds are audibly loud. My normal day would start of with up to four visits to the bathroom or until I feel that my j pouch is empty. This is besides the early morning visit to the bathroom around 1am. With a busy working environment it has been difficult to maintain a ...
Today marks thirteen years of my surgery. Through the past years my emotions have often been conflicting. Exhilarating relief followed by recent experiences of depression, anxiety and loss of self esteem. I am a work in progress. When I shared my symptoms and experiences, someone asked me "But where do you see yourself in 5years from now". At that moment all I wanted was to feel accepted, understood and a sense of personal peace. But personally I didn't see myself in the same position, especially at work. After several months of sleepless nights and repeated thoughts that lingered on my mind, I can finally say that I'm much at peace. Ultimately I decided to retire from my stressful nursing career and nurse my own health needs. I will always be a nurse at heart with all the wisdom, knowledge and experience I have gained for more than 20 years. I'm retiring with a successful gain of completing my Masters Degree in Nursing Health Science. Today, 13yrs post surgery...
I pray that as you begin the Year with purpose and grace, You will finish it in victory. May you know only Joy, peace and prosperity. And may God's everlasting Favor be upon you. I commit you to the Lord. That you may be directed in The righteous path of God And drawn closer to him. May your hands be blessed And everything you do be blessed And everything you do be good and pure. In the mighty And wonderful name of JESUS....... Amen 🙏🏻 Mom.... R. R
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