About this ebook
Ulcerative Colitis and Crohn’s Disease are serious bowel conditions that affect many people of all ages throughout the world today. This is one man’s account of suffering the debilitating UC for 10 years before undergoing stoma surgery for a permanent ileostomy. Pain, humiliation, loss of dignity and anger were all part of the author’s life prior to being told he would need surgery for a colostomy. Hardly had this begun to sink in before, the operation was changed to a permanent ileostomy leading to further psychological issues. This is an honest account of how Grahame Howard survived the 10 years of UC and coped with the knowledge that stoma surgery was inevitable. Grahame’s Christian faith was the mainstay in his survival and played a big part in his recovery, especially receiving a healing miracle while in hospital. The book is autobiographical in style but also gives the reader tips on what to expect prior to surgery and how to live with a stoma and the many psychological battles attached to this. Grahame says “Life is never easy with bowel conditions and when surgery has to take place in order to survive, it can promote anxiety and frustration as answers are difficult to find.” This book is a ‘Must Read’ for people associated with a stoma but will also encourage people who are undergoing personal life issues. There is a better life out there. It’s a matter of finding it. Book reviews online: PublishedBestsellers website.
About the author
In between my career as a church pastor and eventually a social worker, I have been writing for many years. However, it was not until 2009 that I had any success. I have since had four books published, my autobiography which describes my ordeal and advice with suffering from UC and stoma surgery and The Wishing Book series - a children’s fantasy series. I am married with 3 grown up children and 5 lovely grandchildren. We live in the beautiful county of Dorset. Having just retired, I am able to spend more time with my family. I am available for any interviews regarding my works and would be able to conduct Power Point Presentations regarding my book ALL BAGGED UP discussing my life with Ulcerative Colitis and how I have survived that and now live life with a stoma.
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