My Ostomy “Gave Me My Life Back” After Cancer Took My Colon | Nadia’s Patient Story

Описание: Nadia is a colorectal cancer survivor who shares how years of living with IBD and ulcerative colitis eventually led to her cancer diagnosis and life-saving ileostomy surgery. After growing up with flares, frequent colonoscopies, and even participating in a clinical trial, she describes the moment a routine screening and new symptoms like bleeding, abdominal pain, fatigue, and body aches uncovered colorectal cancer.​

In this video, Nadia opens up about the fear and stigma she felt around getting an ileostomy bag and how that same bag ultimately gave her freedom from constant UC symptoms and bathroom urgency. She shares real-life tips for choosing the right ostomy appliance, managing leaks, adapting clothing, staying active, and rebuilding confidence so people living with an ostomy never feel ashamed of their bodies.

Thank you, Nadia, for sharing your story to help others.

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Chapters:
0:00 Navigating the thought of having an ostomy
0:37 My IBD (ulcerative colitis) diagnosis
1:42 I started experiencing new symptoms
2:41 The moment everything changed
3:03 Coming to terms with getting an ileostomy bag
5:02 Adjusting to life with my ostomy
5:35 Finally gaining the confidence to show my ostomy
6:41 My biggest advice for those living with an ostomy

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My Ostomy “Gave Me My Life Back” After Cancer Took My Colon | Nadia’s Patient Story
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