I am now 4 months post op for a permanent urostomy. Stoma is holding up with no blockage. Back to my usual, busy routine. Still suffering with chronic diahrea, but RX lomotil is keeping it in check. Weight is stable and energy level is good. No more UTIs! Hurray!
Healing Value of Community
I was reminded of the healing value of community again today. I’ve spoken with so many newly diagnosed colon cancer patients (I prefer survivors) who have said they feel so alone in their diagnosis, and find hope and healing when connecting with others who have similar experiences. I have also experienced the healing value of … Continue reading
3 months post op: Follow up appointment with my surgeon, Dr. Breyer
Earl and I took a drive into the city for my 3 month post op check up with Dr. Breyer. There was a Giants game and the traffic was aweful. It took us 4 hours for what is usually a 2 hour trip. I was hoping to have lunch with my good friend, Richard before … Continue reading
Sure Seal Rings
Sure Seal Rings Finally rediscovered this great water proofing products for ostomates!
8 weeks Post-op: Stoma shrinking
Photos shows stoma right after surgery (Right) and 8 weeks post-op(Left) with reduction in side from 1 inch to 1/4 inch. Concerned it might close up entirely before my follow up appointment with Dr. Breyer in April. Emailed his office for a comment.
Interview from the chemo infusion chair on BlogTalk Radio
Interview from the chemo infusion chair Talking to Paul, a Stage 4 colon cancer fighter from the chemo infusion chair at Hoag Hospital, Newport Beach, CA. Paul talks about his experience receiving chemo and diagnosis impacting his family and professional life. Thanks, Paul, you and all the stage 4 fighters are my heroes! Randy, 28 … Continue reading
OstomySecrets Wrap makes me feel sexy
Modeling my new OstomySecrets wrap in anticipation of return to normal activities 8 weeks post op…next week. Including intimacy with my lovely wife, Patricia. WooHoo!
6 weeks post op: Back on the bike
Celebrating 6 weeks post of and a release from the no lifting/no strenuous exercise restriction. Huzzah!
5 Keys to Defeating Cancer
Here are my five “keys” to defeating colon cancer. It worked for me and adapted to your specific situation, I am certain it will work for you… Key #1: Don’t play the victim Key #2: Treat your “whole” self Key #3: Give back Key #4: Visualization and Meditation Key #5: Live a healthy lifestyle First … Continue reading
Urotomy Appliance Change with a twist
Changing my urostomy appliance was a bit of a pain as it is always outputting urine which would get on my skin and cause irritation. Solution: make a funnel out of a toilet paper roll. Problem solved! I hope you find this trick helpful for urostomies and iliostomies and even colostomies.
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