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HER Fears

In this episode Lindsey goes through HER fears, describing the struggles and the considerations that went through her mind as she made the decision to go for the Ostomy.   This is the first part of the HER/HIS Fear episodes.  An emotional listen of many of the fears that can go through your mind as you consider this life changing surgery.

The Last Biologic and Starting to Explore Surgery

Today's episode will be released on May 4th, for those Star Wars fans, "may the forth be with you" As you know by now the 4th of each month is a special day for us, as it marks another month since August 4th, which was the date of the surgery. We want to take a moment to thank all our supporters, it really means a lot. We ask that you follow, subscribe and rate, and most importantly share with those that might benefit from listening to our journey. Additionally we want to make you aware of UM's Ostomy Support Group and their monthly webminars. This month the topic is "Tips for Traveling with an Ostomy". The first Tuesday of each month UM will host a webminar in English and will also host one in Spanish the third Tuesday of the month. If you are interested please email Umwoundandostomycare@miami.edu, the email will be posted on the information for this episode. Today's episode is a bit longer as we discuss the last biologic, Estilara, the results and time for the next step.

Biologics were not working, What's Next?

After going through 3 sets of biologics, the outlook seemed bleek.  It was time to start looking into the surgery that would cure me of the disease.  In this episode we discuss those discussions, and the visit to the surgeon.

My 2nd and 3rd Biologic

After starting Entyvio, the symptoms were too much to bare.  Lindsey shares her journey with Humira and Remicade, dealing with infusions.  First discussions with doctors for having an ostomy. Special thanks to University of Miami  Health Care System Special thanks to Dr. Abreau and Dr. Silverstein  Special thanks to Dr. Miles Basil for your support during difficult times

My First Biologic

We continue our discussions about Lindsey's Medical history.  In this episode we discuss the first biologic, its effects and what was next.