Archive for November, 2008

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The Pain of Colitis

November 12, 2008

Keep fighting,

-Dennis

Question: How bad has the pain been with your colitis?

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Recovery After Surgery

November 10, 2008

Hey everybody, I’ve had a lot of questions recently about the difference in recoveries after my surgeries. Since I’m doing surgery in three stages, my recovery schedule will look different from the majority of people, who are two-stagers. But for those of you considering surgery it should give you a better idea of what to expect afterward.

Keep fighting,

-Dennis

Question: How have your recoveries gone?

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Risks of surgery

November 8, 2008

Because you’ve asked about it. The risks are there but the benefits are attractive.

Keep fighting,

-Dennis

Question: With your surgeries, have you had any of the complications that I talk about?

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Wearing an ostomy belt

November 6, 2008

Hey everybody, today’s video is about a little piece of equipment I find very useful for managing an ostomy appliance. I’m sure some people with ostomies don’t care for them that much, but I swear but it and find it essential. It all comes down to personal preference, really. Much of ostomy management does.

More hard-hitting videos are forthcoming.

Keep fighting,

-Dennis

Question: Do you use an ostomy belt? How has that worked for you?

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Wearing an ostomy bag under clothes

November 4, 2008

Hey everybody, it’s not too difficult to keep your ostomy bag hidden from others. I’ll show you how!

Keep fighting,

-Dennis

Question: How do you wear your ostomy bag under clothes?

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The robot story

November 2, 2008

Enjoy!

Keep fighting,

-Dennis

Question: How did you feel about your appearance while in the hospital?

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