My Survival Story - Living With An Ileostomy Bag
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- Опубликовано: 17 сен 2024
- This is the secret I’ve kept in for 6 years.
The truth about my battle with Ulcerative Colitis, Life-Saving Operations and living with an Ileostomy Bag
Together we can raise awareness, inspire others and create change
Thank you to St Marks Hospital in Harrow for my operations and support with this video
For more information www.stmarkshosp...
And to Crohn's and Colitis UK for their support
www.crohnsandc...
Love,
Christopher David Mitchell x
Thank you to Barry Wilkinson for the video
www.bwfilm.co.uk
People don't appreciate their health, until they lose it. Not money or fame, but good health is the real treasure.
that’s a saint words
Youre so right. I have stage 4 inoperable liver cancer...the things that mean the most to me are my little dog & my families love. Im in Australia and they are in new Zealand so I will be moving back soon. I need their love & emotional support...youre health is your wealth...
The most important treasure
Very well said. People often forget that you could be a millionaire or billionaire but if you don't got good healthy, it ain't worth it.
So true
He’s still hot with that bag. This guy needs to be in vogue he’s gorgeous and beautiful personality
Thanks 😊
Christopher David Mitchell you are very welcome. ☺️
Amazing and gorgeous guy
Sorry pray hope health
love uuu
the only positive thing is that all the fake people are gone, stay strong
Jerry Scott ❤️
Ur story is very inspiting
Inspiring
Yes that was definitely a positive... But not the only. Watching this gave me hope that brighter days are still ahead of me and not behind. So I call that in itself a POSITIVE!!
happyfairy great to hear
Anyone who truly loves you won’t care about the bag. You are helping so many people by telling your story. Best wishes to you!
You can literally see the pain in his eyes, the eyes never lie, more power to you mate. Keep going.
Thanks mate
@@ChristopherDavidMitchell best wishes
@@ChristopherDavidMitchell you're such a great person I'm happy that at last you're very happy....
What a handsome & positive young man ❤️❤️❤️
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He’s like captain America with those pictures from before and after .. he looks so fine
Stephy Bay 🥰
Stephy Bay, RIGHT?! Heh, heh.
Liana Soares yasss haha
When I first looked at the photo I thought so lol
It's probably the only reason his corrupt girlfriend was dating him, hence why her bitch ass left him when he was going through hardship
My husband had an iliostomy 30 years ago it was difficult at first for him because he thought I would be turned off by the sight of it. I kept telling him he was as the same person I married at 19 and nothing could change how I feel about him. Ever. The best part of it he got healthy again. 20 years later he was diagnosed with large B cell lymphoma and needed a stem cell transplant. We went t MD Anderson in Houston for 6 months treatment. He has been cancer free for 8 years now. He never lost faith that he would be healthy again. And he did all this with only 1 kidney. He’s my miracle man.
Now you are a gem beautiful lady .. blessed to you .. always!!
Such a great fighter dear......
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Amazing! You are blessed!
Good for u both
This individual is the most mentally strong person I've ever heard talking. This man's will to live his life to the fullest is true ispiration.
Thanks so much
You are amazing!!!
God Bless you!
@@ChristopherDavidMitchell how are you
God bless you
My husband and son have chrohns. When my husband didn't know he had chrohns. He didn't know it ran in his family. The family never talked about it. We found out my son had it at 13 years old. He has to have treatments every 2 months. My husband colon bursted when we were married 14 years and expecting our first baby he was in the hospital for 3 months. After he got out of the hospital, he told me he wasn't a man and started to cry. Now I am a tough broad. So I told him to buck up buddy! I didn't marry him for his body. I married him because I loved him for his heart! I look at him and believe me I never played attention to his bag. We made another child after that. So he is a man and the love of my life! We are now married 41 years. I still don't see the bag but I see him. My loving husband. Life goes on and my kids and me support and live him all they know is he is dad but shits in a bag. So what! He is a good man! Xxoo
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Amen praying for you and your family
@@ChristopherDavidMitchell I am praying for you as well!
I'm into natural healing and I will tell you that Chrohn's disease is caused by a bad gut which comes from what we eat. If we eat a lot of processed foods they will destroy your gut. 70% of our immune system is in your gut. Anyone with this disease must eat only fresh cooked foods and raw homemade smoothies with fresh greens. Treatments are not good for this at all. I had an ex that had this disease since she was 16 years old. Once I showed her how to eat and gave her the proper herbs for tea she no longer needed medical treatments. The only people that benefit from treatments are the people that profit from our ignorance and give us all these meds. Our bodies are designed to heal any health problems we get but it's our food that it uses to heal with the vitamins from the foods. Our bodies will not absorb fake vitamins in bottles. Meat does not provide much vitamins like the meat industry wants us to believe. Again, they want the profit. They don't care about your health. Feel free to ask me anything if you wat to know something.
@@Capletonable my cousin tells me the same thing. If it were me I would try the diet. There are a lot of process foods out there. I don't eat a lot of process foods. My husband and son love lunch meat. I don't eat it. My daughter doesn't eat it. I never had stomach issues or bowl problems. I consider myself lucky. I eat differently than my family. It is hard when you live in a house with 4 adults who all eat differant. I am more vegetables and organic where my husband and my son eat rich foods. My weakness is chocolate and noodles! Lol! I do take vitamins. I like them
If you're girlfriend left you because of this then you are better off without her it just shows she wasn't yours to begin with men especially young generations need positive support like you you are the inspiration for them all don't give up
Thanks for the kind words
It shows she wasn't the one.
Glad to hear you’re doing well! It’s unfortunate, but true ..that during hard times .., we find out who our true friends are that stick with us. That girlfriend and your other friends that left you .. were only passing through your life as fair weather friends.
it def shows she was not the 1. girls like her, that run when times get tough, are a dime a dozen... as for the "friend", may they get what they give - when they really NEED someone, i hope no one is there. people like that do not learn until something happens to them. when youre ready, i hope you find the right lady & a great group of friends to find love & happiness in all you do together.
Don't judge her. We don't know her, we don't know the situation. We certainly don't know the whole story.
I've had AIDS for over 30 years. I was diagnosed in the 80'. I am still here and healthy. No matter what you are going through, learn to love yourself, and have hope. I felt like you can give up, or choose to do whatever it takes to heal your life. And you just might live. Support for ourselves and others is so important. Christopher thank you so much for your story.
I remember those horrible years. The fear, people being shunned and dying alone. I'm glad you are here and healthy.
Take care.
Glad it helped. Glad you survived!
Hi Christopher, im glad that you through the tough times you made it and you still alive. Its amazing that your positivity and strong mind let you live. Im stage 4 cancer survivor and I live for 8 years. I had colon cancer, 3 surgeries, chemo for 6 years, radiations. My positive and strong mind helped me a lot, I belive in God and have Faith. Whenever i felt sad, i played on piano and sing. Im positive and happy person. I think its my mind like an engine for my body, if i give up, my body will give up too. Be positive and always strong. Your video will help a lots of people. You are an inspiration. Life is short, live, laugh and love. Good health and long life to you Christopher, best regards Angela😊💪👍
@@angelashirvanyan2954 my mom has ovarian cancer she had breast cancer that metamasised to her ovaries I really hope she can beat cancer once again just like you did😖
If you got AIDS through promiscuous and irresponsible sexual activity in the 80's, which I would imagine is highly likely given the bare bones description you gave, you most definitely should not be comparing yourself or giving advice to these brave people who are ill through no fault of their own. I worked the homosexual area of our city and saw what they did. It's a wonder they weren't all wiped out. I'm further guessing that keeping you alive has cost taxpayers millions over the last 30+ years, so thanks for that. If I'm wrong, please disregard. If I'm not, save the indignation. You should be ashamed of yourself for even commenting or putting yourself on the same level as these true victims of fate.
I'm a cancer survivor. I've learned to appreciate every day I can enjoy. My advice to anyone with health issues....." Just live for today, when tomorrow gets here, you can deal with it then"
I saw this, I read your comment and I too am dealing with (cancer 6 yrs) I have hope and a good life, this is a setback, some days and some hours are difficult. I just have to realize keep fighting towards my next goal. ❤️
@@jamesdubey1092 If there's one thing I've learned, since with my bout with cancer, is to not let the fear of cancer govern my life. I've put my faith in the hands of the medical people I deal with, and I try to live each day to the fullest.
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Dear Christopher, Everyone must be very proud of you. You are a warrior. My dear father had a colostomy bag after having rectal cancer. He lived to almost 90 years old. He had his colostomy bag while hiking the Grand Canyon with his Boy Scout Troop 3 times. He rode his bicycle across many states and camped across America with his motorcycle. He sang in a church choir and taught Sunday School. Absolutely nothing stopped him...he was an inspiration to everyone and my hero. He survived WWII as a navigater in the RAF. He was presented with the Distinguished Flying Cross. He remarked that he could survive anything after living thru the war. He immigrated to the United States after marrying my mother who was also in the RAF. He had his colostomy almost 40 years. You will continue to strive and accomplish everything you wish for. Like my dear father Desmond Connell Hughes...you are a true miracle and a determined fighter!! May God Bless you!! Sincerely, Debbie and Dexter-Dog in S. California. U.S.A. ❤👩🐾😁👍
thank you x
I am sorry b bless
I have ibs c and it's annoying
@@ChristopherDavidMitchell in my country we have a words: we must never forget that the only thing wich we can't fixed in our life is the DEATH...all the others things we can fixed in a way or in another ...I whis all the best . Maxim respect and sorry for my English. You are a winer...me to . and I hope good for everyone ho fiath with cancer or any caind of illness
Debbie your father sounds amazing. What a lucky girl you are to have had him in your life inspiring you.
Those who abandoned him, especially the GF, are the real shits. Keep it up, brother!
👍🏻 thanks
Yes but the real shits are the shits he has in his bag
@@WampiGG XDDDDDDDDDDDDDDDDDDDDDDDDDDDDDDDDDDDDDDDDDDDDDDDDDDDDDDDDD
@@WampiGG 👁👄👁
@@WampiGG lol
I've lived with an ileostomy for 46 years now (18 yrs old when I had my first surgery for Crohn's). Definitely a lot of emotional ups and downs, and I gave up on the idea of being a doctor (had an aversion to hospitals), but I did achieve my life goal of being an airline pilot. I'll retire this August, flying the 757 and 767 for Delta airlines. I can't say it's been a picnic, but I guess it beats the alternative.
yeah exactly, grateful to be alive
How WONDERFUL! Thank you so much for sharing your experience! Have a lovely retirement!
This is probably the most encouraging comment of all. You are the hero. God bless you
Steve well done Steve love for being positive .
Happy retirement this year ....
God almighty Jehovah promises this
Revelation 21:4
AND HE WILL WIPE OUT EVERY TEAR FROM THERE EYES
AND DEATH WILL BE NO MORE
NEITHER PAIN OR SUFFERING BE ANY MORE
THE FORMER THINGS HAVE PASSED AWAY “”
Have a good evening
Amen sister x
I've had an ileostomy since i was 4 and been extremely self conscious about it. This video is very inspiring, thank you.
Please don’t be . I had one for six months . Currently in hospital waiting to have another put on . By the grace of God we are alive though! God bless tou
@@teresaspencer0160you mean twice?
EWWW
I hope you stay healthy and never find yourself in a position where someone like you passes judgement and makes a comment that makes you feel even worse about yourself. @@jarenong
I would have married him after that surgery ..what a disheartened girl !! God bless u healthy life ahead dear.
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same here 🥺❤️ I dont claim her as a girl 🥺
@@ChristopherDavidMitchell that is life for u and God. Is telling. U are people. Is just beliv in God.
Yeah i feel like that doesn't define him. So i do not see why one would leave him. Its good she did. Thay way he has a chance to find someone who is worthy of him.
I think he is gay
His girlfriend was a superficial woman who was with him because he's good looking, not because she really loved him. What kind of person would leave the person they "love" in a time where they need help and love the most? He dodged a bullet with that one, really.
And what about the best friend?
@Demolition Daddy Yeah... Her preference seems to be to run and jump ship when things get difficult or too bothering for her. 🤷
many of the girls , mine left me and i went into depression as i we were in a foreign country my father was sick i was broke , later my father died i lost everything from what i was looking for in that country , from that moment i vowed to never fall in love again. it's been like 4 years now .
@@theafricanobserver8785 I am very very sorry for what happened to you. Even tho you are not open for love, I hope someday someone will love you more than anything in this world or that you will love yourself.
@@janneke2315 Thank you! i moved on but i am still battling the effects of those times. but everything is fine, i can have a relationship what i have lost are true love emotions.
"My career had gone..my agent left me, my girlfriend left me"..I felt that 😔
Star Honore Cos it’s true
@@keeya_ks come up u can do IT
@@keeya_ks Omg I didn't know what is nectrotising facciitis. I saw some photos, and knowing you nearly died 5 times make me feel very sad for you. I am not disgusted, but yes honestly it is very scaring, not because of the wounds themself, but about how it is so dangerous and bad. O_O Your partner left you, it is a asshole. Are you alone ? Have you friends and/or family who support you?
@@keeya_ks so your friends aren't friends. Happy that you have your family. Maybe your can find a real friend in a charity association for illness or Idk, somewhere there will Be somebody who understand you more..
@@keeya_ks Are you well now?
You are a inspiration for all of those with IBS, Crohn’s disease. The girlfriend and best friend that left your side spoke volumes on who they are.
Means a lot
a very sad thing that he had fake people around him. Cant believe people can be that bad.
Kelen Helvetia all for the best now though
@@ChristopherDavidMitchell your story is truly inspiring, youre amazing person and very strong ! I wish you all the best!
Kelen Helvetia Yes Exactly!!
Yep so sad that’s how ppl are , hard to believe but when you sick not many ppl understand and I’m sort of confused ppl so fake or they just uncomfortable and scared to be around someone who’s unwell.
@@ChristopherDavidMitchell I'm glad you're doing good now bro..your mental strength is inspiring
An inspiring someone else is the highest form a human can hope to achieve🤝
Man, sounds like a horrible disease and you came out the other side with flying colors. Much respect broher
John Fernandez it sucks a lot I have a less severe diagnosis of Ulcerative colitis
Thanks ❤️
@@ChristopherDavidMitchell , ye , no but , you an Angel of a Model tho !!!
@@ChristopherDavidMitchell , ye man , Demons got ya , played around with ya , but now they're gone ??? Hopefully, i mean if Anything, you should Pray Everyday to Jesus Christ, and Repent of all your wrong in life , imean, honestly, just a thought
Mostly red
Someone leaving you during a crisis is a blessing in disguise. If they can’t see you at your worst they don’t deserve you at your best...I hope you will gain new and meaningful friends and relationships as we all are worthy of love
very true x
Correct
Christopher David Mitchell Man I’m so sorry you’re going through this. You seem like a great person. God bless you!!
So sad God bless you 🙏
Very true
He is such an amazing guy, how someone could leave him in his time of most need is beyond me.
His girlfriend left him? It’s not like his personality changed. He just can’t shit normally. That is not a gf if she leaves for an illness
Your beautiful darling, I suffer from depression at times due to certain problems and past situations, change is hard and all the trials we face in life, God Bless you brother remember your strong and very beautiful nothing can take that from you heart and soul you are beautiful bro Xo
You’d be surprised what illness can do to you and people you thought you cared about, I’ve got an illness and I’ve had it for around 3 years to and I completely understand why they left him, but it’s something you need to learn from experience
😂 you said it perfectly man
I don’t understand why you would leave someone just because of an illness
You would be surprised. Everyone, even family leave you when you need them most with long term chronic illnesses
I got so angry when he said his girlfriend left n his BF didn't even visit him. WTF is wrong with people?
I have only a small handful of very close friends but I would literally do ANYTHING for them, esp if they needed my support. I looked into donating a kidney to my friend a few years ago but unfortunately is wasn't an option due to an autoimmune disease I have - but I would've done it if I could have. You don't find truly special people very often, so hang on to the ones you do find n cherish how lucky u are to have them. At least he found out what selfish assholes they were!
Mrs Gump truth
I donated kidney to my sister,she had autoimmune disease (lupus). I am so happy that I helped her to have normal life :)))
But would your friends do anything for you.
It's still not guaranteed that those friends would do the same for you.
Well, obviously, he was in the wrong world, hanging with wrong superficial people, who wanted to be with him only when he was "fun". In fact, in difficult places like this, when the person is not so 'fun', is a great opportunity to learn who are the real friends, and not know other new friends.
I'm not angry w the girlfriend and the friend, because in fact they did him a great favor ;0). We say in Hebrew: Baruch she Ptaranu = Thanks God we "got rid", = now we are much better
His girlfriend and best friend left him, wow.. I can’t imagine what it must’ve felt like for him. :/ Stay strong dude!
Thanks Vincio
Going through a journey like this will sort your strong bonds from people who cannot handle it. You know, it's hard to go through these times without a partner, but it gives you the space to focus on you and what you need. I love all the activities you got into and the coaching you went on to do. Btw, you are so attractive ☺ on the inside and the outside
He is a fine looking handsome guy. He looks 😍 like singer Adam Levine.
@@deannasalem9195 I’ll take that 😊
Disgusting. Talk about a total lack of empathy
I had ulcerative colitis when I was 3 and got my colon removed. I also got a colostomy bag but I got it removed when I was 7 because I got a J-pouch but now I’m now healthy and happy. My prayers go out to you Christopher
WOW he is damn HANDSOME, a wise and caring person.
Sandra Sms 🥰
Yes. He is very handsome and seems very genuine.
All the persons who left you, didn’t deserve you. You are a lovely men and you’re still hot 😘👍🏻
thanks x
@@ChristopherDavidMitchell Psalm-34:18
Nathalie Verheij I love you🤣
When I was born I didn’t have functioning kidneys, liver failure, and a dysfunctional bowel. I had around 21 surgeries before the age of 3. I had an ileostomy bag, an nj tube, and a mickey button. I was blessed to have many life saving surgeries and get my ileostomy bag removed. Your story reminded me of this life I’ve been blessed with. I shouldn’t be ashamed of my scars, they’re battle wounds! Thankyou for posting this.
Glad it helped x
Battle scars are beautiful and so rich with inspiring, colorful stories
waw
I hope u doing well now. Godbless ❤️
Hope u are fine now,The Good God who began a great work in your life will surely finish it.Jesus loves u soo much
You are an inspiration. I’ve been struggling since I had my ileostomy in February. I am 77 years old I have been fortunate who have survived lung cancer, divorce, the death of my fiancé and the biggest challenge Motherhood. Your message of hope and survival has lifted my spirits. God bless you. I wish you continued success 👏🏻👏🏻🙏🏻
❤️You are so strong, god bless you and I hope you are finding peace and happiness
I love your humilty. You are special.
Be Free thank you
@@ChristopherDavidMitchell my mom got her ileostomy operation in 2004 due to 24 days without a bm the doctors actually taught me to change it I did that for 7 - 8 years until the doctors started sending a traveling nurse to take care of her medical needs and yes also to change her bag and then the nurses and I started teaching her to change it herself
Wow, wow, wow. You are an incredible man and a true inspiration. You look so well that it's hard to believe you were so terribly sick but that photo of you shows that you were truly, dreadfully ill. Glad you had access to such a fantastic hospital who were able to help you on your road to recovery. Keep in inspiring folks. 💪
@@ChristopherDavidMitchell Hello Christopher 🙂 Wow i almost not know how 2 write, becuse you & your video really touched me!! 😥😊 I got upset over that your girl left you, specially when u needed her the most 😭 Well u seem 2 have a great soul & also mentaly strong 🙏 Eloge 4 all u do and you are so kind, & good person. Hope u will have a great life & future 🌹 Greetings from me in Scandinavia 🙂
@@barrydavid6634 mmmmllmmmmmmmmm
I’m a registered nurse, and have seen first hand, what he described as abandonment. You have shown us how strong you are and how fake people can be. I really am sorry about your friend. I have seen that aspect of the disease as well. Keep shining like the star you are, and your friend is shining his light on all of us. 💜
Thank you 😊
My neighbor just had that surgery..I think I'll go check on her..I know she was somewhat depressed. Thank you for the video. God bless you.
The worst thing for all people with irritable bowels, with or without pouch, are the panic attacks and the nonstop urge to go to the toilet... I remember I had hard times about a year to leave the appartment, because I feared I will not make it in time to the next toilet...
So maybe your neighbor also might be very distant and shy, because she fears being judged by the disease!
Hope you can be a good neighbor/ friend to her :)
Hope your neighbour is ok
u will be more than welcome, she will really appreciate it, back in my young age I had a terrible colon inflammation and having someone to talk to help to get through those bad days much smoother🙂, laugh is the best medicine.
Hope she is doing well god bless her.👍
@@ChristopherDavidMitchell ❤
I love how you take your shirt off showing your strength and how you fought tragedy and won. Thank you for sharing your story.
Hope it helped
You are such a brave person, I can't tell people this heart broken story with such calming face...😞😞😞
ATIKA JAVED not everyone shows their emotions on their face I watched with a calm face
I’ve become kind of immune to stranger’s medical stories. Going through my own, unless it’s a friend or family member, there’s nothing that really surprises me...
Obviously I empathize with this guy, but I can watch things like this with a completely straight face.
Imagine how stupid those fakes feel after watching this video.
Probably the same, sadly fake people have no sympathy, no soul, and no heart.
@@turtlesoup672 yes maybe
I had the same thing happen to me, I lost my "best friend" because she coudln't handle me being poorly, it got her down haha can you imagine! And now I'm a million times better and things are good again, I don't think she ever give a shit in the first place, just like his friends/ex. They're void of basic empathy, they can only think of themselves. Best thing you can do is get better and mentally well for yourself and not want bad/good shit to happen to people you use to know... because they are just that, old news :)
@@rungeon83 .
Rungeon .
A living testimony of how to endure life challenges. Thank you Christopher for inspiring us.
Juan Paulo Oreta Rodriguez glad it helped
Christopher David Mitchell DUDE your literally the real life Captain America! your story so inspiring!
Hayzey_ thanks
if you think about, we have our poop inside our bodies, whats so bad about having outside ? at least you can control exactly where and when you empty your bowels. xxx
I am in hospital right now as I write this, on medication with surgery potentially on the horizon. Sharing your story has made me feel more confident about the changes that I could be facing very soon if I am to have my colon removed. The moment at 4.00mins in the video is what strikes me, the fact you embraced and endured and looked forward even though you went through all the Trauma. Thank you so much for sharing. May your friend Phil Rest in Peace.
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"My girlfriend left me " how could she 🤦
You are such a strong person . I adore you 😍 .
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@@ChristopherDavidMitchell your so cute
Here’s to Phil, Chris, and others who have or continue to battle autoimmune conditions. Myself for the past 52 years I wage a daily war to keep ahead of vasculitis. We are warriors who can inspire; you most certainly do, Christopher. Cheers from Canada.
CescoCDN ❤️
Glad to see you're looking really good after the treatments and managing your illness. Stay well.
electronicsNmore thank you
You are an absolutely amazing inspirational human being xx
@@mcnlimited4349 😊
@@ChristopherDavidMitchell i am also suffering from depresion from a long time, i admire you found the strength to get out of it
It’s true
HE IS SO GORGEOUS, SUCH A BEAUTIFUL MAN , INSIDE AND OUT, HE DIDN'T FEEL SORRY FOR HIMSELF, HE REINVENTED HIMSELF IN SO MANY WAYS. Your so called friends, walked away from a RARE 💎 DIAMOND
Wow, this reminds me so much of my boyfriend's story. He was diagnosed with UC in 2018, lost a lot of weight, almost died in the hospital, lived in the hospital for 3 months, and was in excruciating pain constantly. It was the lowest time of his life, but thru it all, he said he would do it all over again because he met me =). I was his nurse and saw him at his worse. I fell in love with his ability to smile and be kind even though he was going thru such a hard time. We didn't start dating until months after he got discharged but we've been happily together since and will probably get married some day. =) I think he is a wonderful human being and if he had an ileostomy bag (which the doctors suggested him to get), I would love him all the same. He's been in remission for a while now and though every day is still a struggle, he's doing so much better.
That’s such a heartwarming story! Stay strong you two, I hope you’ll get married someday soon :)
This would make a great Disney story
U r the best GF anyone could possibly imagine of..
i dont count f in the chat as a joke sometimes i count it as strong respect so i guess
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I hope you two can have the best day of your lives with each other, sometimes the world might shake and everything we do might fall apart, but believing people that they will succeed will lead to a better path in life and our selfs.
God bless him. His best friend who did no longer want to be friends. Awful.
I know ...What the Hell?.......What kind of friend does that???
I have MS and all of my friends and husband left me to deal with this disease by myself. I am so proud of you my love. You are amazing!
@@removefrige4087 I could never do that to my friend...I think if anything I'd be around more!
His ‘friend’ is a nothing more than a coward. Good riddance!
All for the best now though 😀
Only true friends accept you for who YOU are. People get hurt but just like you made it, they can too. Thank god for keeping you alive♡
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God is great brother, he has a purpose for you in this world. How I wish you seek prayers with a man of God Prophet TB Josua in Nigeria or you can watch his program live on Emmauel TV or RUclips to see how people receive their healing and deliverance. 🙏
i'm a twelve year old kid, and six months ago i was diagnosed with colon cancer. it was too serious for them to not operate, so after chemotherapy and radiation treatment, they decided to perform surgery. 4 weeks ago, they removed my colon and gave me a J pouch. trust me on this one, it really isn't fun recovering from that in the hospital. also, so far, the J pouch works fine, but it takes some getting used to. my deepest regards go to you, and I greatly respect you. having an ileostomy bag was an option, so i am truly sorry that you were forced to get one.
Wishing you the best of health for your future
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I had my ileostomy 44 years ago as a teenager. I would have died otherwise. Best thing I have ever done. I'm a much better and more empathetic person thanks to all of this!
glad it worked out ok
Me too, I had mine at. 10 in 1963, then 20 years later after my children a Koch pouch when I was 30, you use a catheter to empty it several times a day for 37 years.....xoxo
Dear Christopher, as someone who is also living with Ulcerative Colitis and currently going through a difficult time, I want to thank you for your beautifully touching words of encouragement. Please take care and may you have a long and happy life, Roderick
Thank you
Have you changed your diet , and gluten from your diet ?
I don’t know if it helps, but I know someone who has live with a colostomy for more than 40 years. He has had a very full life with a wife and children. He has done everything that he wants to do and nothing has held him back. At one point he was told that he might have to change his career, but he loved what he does and kept at it. He has retired now, but still enjoys a very active life. Don’t ever give up on your dreams. Anything is possible as long as you believe it.
@@veronicawo3033 thank you Veronica
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Hi Christopher,
I have TB in my small intestine and my intestine got burst due to which i gone through an operation and i also got this same bag attached to collect my human waste. This is really frustrating to live with this but i accepted this and the good new is that in next month i will have my 2nd operation and this bag will be removed and my small intestine will be put inside to work naturally. Pray to GOD for me all of you for my good health which i expect after my 2nd operation
I'm praying for you brother.
Praying for you Tushar, wishing you all the very best of luck, please take care, Roderick
how they will put intestine which you never had
Bless you dear, every thing will be fine
It's been 2 week how are you now?
I appreciate the sentiments in this video. I have Crohn's and have had for 24 years. The pain and suffering that IBD people go through can be really indescribable at times. There have been a few times I've contemplated assisted suicide. Those were my darkest moments when this disease took so much of my freedom, dignity and quality of life. I too have a stoma after emergency surgery 3 months ago. People would really need to walk in our shoes to know what we really go through.
Same here, suicide is always in my head , how r u now?
My mother had this. My father had to encourage her to get out of bed that he still loved her. There was no j pouch then. You really do find out who loves you with an ileostomy.
True
I've had patients with ileostomies. That's a hard transition to go through. God bless you for being brave enough to make this video.
thank you x
you find out who your true friends are when you're broke or sick, you didn't need them anyway. keep that positive attitude.
This made me so sad and strong at the same time, my 15yr old is having colon removal surgery tmrw , he is in stable but critical condition, and after wards he will b attached to a bag🥺💔 life really begins NOW FOR HIM AND MYSELF🥺💪🏼💔🙏
is his bag permanent?
You seem like a nice guy, those so called friends that abandoned you when you needed them the most weren't your true friends to start with, your better off without them.
Thanks dean
@@ChristopherDavidMitchell wow you replyin. You don't call em friends if they f*ck off when you are of no use to them
BON courage...que dieu vs protege
Dean I totally agree !
@@ahsnsb exactly what’s the definition of friend ?
I hope his ex best friend and ex girlfriend see this video and are ashamed of themselves
My mother had ulcerative colitis for six years before she had her colostomy at the age of 33. She's now 80. Stay strong and thank you.
Thank you
That must have been horrible and painful. He's such a beautiful man, with or without the bag.
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Damn bro, it takes some guts to do what you just did. have nothing but respect, and I wish you the absolute best.
‘Guts’ indeed 😂❤️
I also had a colostomy after perforating and almost dying of sepsis. I was VERY self conscious about my bag and even had several people complain about “an odor” coming from me to my management which was humiliating. Since I was so self conscious I was very diligent in emptying and changing it. But evidently it was still detectable. When I was in college, on the first day of a new class I would introduce myself and tell the class of my condition even though I was terribly embarrassed just to get it out there and avoid any curiosity from them, especially since flatulence in a quiet room during an exam is not our friend 😬 lol. I thankfully was able to have it reversed after a year and a half, but I too grew as a person during struggle. I am very happy to see you embrace your new body as it is and help others as well. We are all unique and beautiful. Glad you have found happiness and success! Best wishes for you and your health 😊
thank you. you too x
I also had to have an Ileostomy because of Crohn's disease, i had my operation in 2017 and i only had about 24 hours of notice before the surgery, i didn't even know what an ileostomy bag was. When i woke up from the surgery i was actually happy for the first time in a long time because i had previously been in constant agony for roughly 5 months straight with each passing day getting worse until i was on the very brink of death. Living with an ileostomy bag was an inconvenience, but compared to the agony it was a breeze, 2 years later (2019) i was able to get a second surgery to get it reversed, the operation was thankfully a success and as of today i am living completely pain free and without a bag.
Looking back i don't know how i even got through it all to be honest.
I would say GOD was with you, looking over you.
Great to hear man I hope you have a great and wonderful life :)
Hi u The surgery în Irlanda? Or were?
i also have crohns i know what your going through but i never had a ileostomy but i had TPN but then a few weeks later they took it away because i was feeling better!!! Hope you are ok stay strong and never give up!
when he said" my agent left, my girlfriend left me, and i thought my friend would be there in the hospital would visit me" made me cry.....Be strong. Thank you so much for this video
Pleasure. Hope it helped
Christopher David Mitchell As I told you in my comment, it is very encouraging. I am SO PROUD OF YOU.👍🏼
You sweet, beautiful soul. The people that left you were not meant to be in your life for the long haul. You are deserving of great, lasting people and happiness.
Thank you x
All I was thinking as he explained how people left him and that his friend died was don't cry don't cry don't cry
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I can completely relate. I am now 6 weeks post-op for my total proctocolectomy. I have Crohn’s Disease and had my entire colon removed. Initially the surgeon felt like it wouldn’t be so evasive. I was devastated when he called me back after the biopsy returned which resulted in everything being removed... devastated to hear I would require an ileostomy bag. It’s been an adjustment, but I know life could always be worse ❤️ We can always find the silver lining. Always! ❤️❤️
Thank you for sharing your story. You are right, tough times grow us the most.
Heather, May God bless you with a beautiful life...
Get well sweetie.. I hope all your dreams come true ❤
stay strong
Wishing you all the best in coping with your new condition.🙏🏼
After 3 surgeries, I have had an Illeostomy (CD) since 1987. After the third surgery I was asked by a nurse to talk to a 17 year old HS football player who would be having the surgery the next day. Going to his room, at the age of about 23, pushing my IV setup was one of the hardest things I've done. The next day I sat with his family for awhile and answered their questions while they waited to hear about the surgery.
You never know who will you meet, who needs to hear your testimony. Im glad I ran across your video. Much love.
Ales Me Thank you for comforting those parents. You probably will never know just how much that meant to them. I hope all is well with you now. I turned 22 while I was in the hospital getting my Ileostomy,57 years ago. I had encouragement before & after surgery, I know that helped me a LOT. GOD Bless you for your kindness.👍🏼
"I cried because I had no shoes until I met a man who had no feet". Enjoy every moment in your life beacause there are a lot of people without legs, arm or missing their parts of body keep going and smiling everyday.
Chronic disease is literally such a pain in the as* . So much respect for these people.
The girfriend that left did not have the slightest clue of how a strong person you are. It is not a sad story, a life story that made you a fighter. Stay strong, you're a great man.
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Like nas daily always says "but this is not a sad story is an inspiring one"
This is was recommended on my news feed.
I am overwhelmed and relieved that I am not the only one that was diagnosed with this medical condition. It’s a huge difference to know who has it and when you have it - it’s a deep shock scare to live by when your diagnosed.
Wishing you the best of health
i agree with you
I can't say enough about how inspiring this is. You're a gift to the rest of us. 🤠
I appreciate that!
Your "best" friend wasn't a best friend, if he left and left you. But respect to you, it takes usually a lot of courage to speak about it, and there's nothing to be ashamed.
True...
Thank you for sharing your story. I have Crohns disease and have had fistula surgery that has changed my life. My partner left me during this most difficult time as well. I hope there is light at the end of the tunnel. All the best Chris. You are an amazing man.
thank you
My daughter was recently diagnosed with Crohn’s Disease. She became septic and was in hospital for several weeks. It has been such a difficult time for our family because we couldn’t even be with her because of the pandemic. She had been sick for some time and now we know it is Crohn’s. Your story can inspire others. God bless you and thank you for sharing your experience.
Hope she’s ok
She is doing better. Thank you
I don't know how this appeared in my recommended, but I'm glad it did. You are a real inspiration dude! I can't even start to imagine how hard it must have been for you. I went through a few health problems in my life and I remember how miserable I was going through them. But it was nothing compared to what you've been through! And you just keep raising awareness and dedicating your efforts to your hospital mate. Truly inspiring! All the best!
Thanks so much
Me too
You truly are amazing! Thank you for existing and being here. Your story is yours and inspiring. ❤️
I also lost a friend to suicide last year... Still messes me up because I felt like I could've done something if I knew. You're not alone
Joeyblondewolf2 sorry to hear about your friend too
Glad the video helped in some way
Amen!!
@White Rabbit ❤️
God bless you Joeyblondewolf2. I am old and have lost several family and friends to suicide. The pain never subsides. If only......... I believe that God called them home to heaven because he needed them more than we did. Blessings Joey~
I’ve never lost anyone to suicide, but I have heard of people with family they talked to everyday who supported them when they felt down, people sometimes no matter how much they have it can’t change their mind which is unfortunate but they just sometimes can’t take it anymore, no matter what they will always love you because you made their life easier when they needed you.
I was diagnosed with the ulcerative colitis last year. It’s a brutal and horrible illness to have. I really hope that one day there will be a cure for the autoimmune illnesses such as IBDs and no one will ever have to go through the pain, depression and the sacrifice this illness brings along...
Autoimmune diseases are worst like we can't fight our own immunity. If we do, we are at loss.
His girlfriend was a loser to leave him over this. I would never do that
@Frank T The girlfriend probably left with the best friend.
"I would never do that" lol never judge until you are in the same situation. Maybe you would do even worse. We are so fast to pull the trigger to judge others without knowing what's going inside in the heads of those people.
I hope he wasn't mentally broken down because dealing with a mental person is very hard and stressful. Sis in law has a bipolar and alcoholism. She can't control her emotions like keep yelling and she doesn't have a job in the last 4 years so pretty much living off of people. To the point I hate to admit that but I don't wish she visits us often because it only brings trouble. Nobody likes trouble and drama. The guy learns who truly loves him. Girlfriends is not wife, they don't vow to live with you the rest of your life. I wouldn't blame on anyone instead improve yourself to be better. I'm glad he is stronger than he was.
Not really. People have different tolerant levels/can deal with a certain reality better than they can others.
@@QueenCallisto ?
There's nothing more courageous than vulnerability. How incredible that you are helping literally millions of people through sharing your story. I do not doubt that you will reaching people like Phil many times over. Thank you so much for your kindness in making this video.
Means so much Ruth ❤️
God loves you my brother. He has a purpose for you to bring light and joy into people's lives. I love to sing as well. Blessings to you!
Repairing His Gladness Ministries and you
Beautiful❤
I love you.
If this dude were in America, this experience would have ruined him financially.
Yes
Why?
@@forestnraindeers3690 medical bill is so fucking expensive in USA, he can literally go bankrupt if he's living in america.
@@forestnraindeers3690 In America, we have a private insurance system that allows them to prioritize profit over care. They cover as little as they can in order to make the most money. Combine this with a lack of regulation, drug companies can set their prices as they wish (to maximize profits), and hospitals can charge whatever they want. The result is astronomical bills for even the smallest of things.
@@bna8259 My AMBULANCE RIDE was $680 usd. Apparantly gas is pretty expensive.
My partner had ulcerative colitis, and is now left with an ileostomy bag. I could never leave him cause of it tho. You’re well rid of shallow people. Take care. X
My partner too. He already had it when we met.
Thank you for this. I was diagnosed with UC in 2004, during my senior year at USC. From 2004-2014, I struggled to get through each day. It definitely was a challenging time which led to depression and anxiety. I would get up 2 hours before work just to use the bathroom to avoid having any accidents. Thank God for providers at the Medical University of South Carolina (Charleston, SC) that were aggressive in treating my disease with preventive measures of Remicade infusions and colonoscopies. I wish I had this video back then. May God continue to bless every survivor and those that have transitioned with this disease. Peace and an overflow of blessings to everyone!
It’s great that you’re feeling better ❤️❤️❤️❤️❤️❤️❤️❤️❤️
OMG- you are AMAZING- you look SO HEALTHY - I had rectal cancer- woke up with a loop ileostomy - was beyond devastated and shocked - was told I had less than 5% chance of an ileostomy - had it for 14 months and reversed a year ago - now having same symptoms again - I’m convinced that the cancer is back - will know next week - I too have contemplated taking my life- I have a plan, I have written letters to my loved ones- but your story has given me pause - THANKYOU - what a darling man you are - cheers and hoping you have continued good health
glad it helped x
What an amazing young man you are! I don't have a bag but I did go through a mastectomy many years ago and it is very hard even being 52 now, I still get a little depressed now and then. I admire your attitude and courage and might I say you are very handsome! Stay strong! Love from Pennsylvania.
thanks
You are certainly attractive, Christopher, but on the inside is where your true beauty shines.
I lost my best friend to depression. I understand. May Phillip rest in peace. May his memory be an incentive for the continued inspiration you give others.
wingsandash beautiful words ❤️
Not only he is very attractive but also very strong. An amazing qualities.
@@drlunroe appreciate that
I wish you all the best and I pray for your strength and may you continue to inspire those who are suffering from severe trials. Christopher you are amazing.
Thanks john
One of the most inspirational things I've ever watched
Glad it helped
Very true.
This made me realize that we think we go through rough times but some go through worse but there is hope
There is! 👍🏻
So true.
The exterior is not the most important thing, the interior is the most important thing.
You are so beautiful, with and without your ileostomy bag, it’s a part of your story and you💕😃
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I can feel the pain that you've been going through since that disease struck you. What we all should be afraid of is the fact that we are increasingly infected with dangerous diseases which are triggered by unknown sources of pathogens, thus causing great inconveniences, discomfort and catastrophic consequences to our lives at a very young age. Wish you all the best, young buddy! I strongly believe that all your effort and perseverance will pave the way for your future success.
Thank you
Through all the pain this man has gone through, He is still breathing, living, and singing through life like it was nothing! The world needs people like him.
A.K. DaBeast appreciate that
I'm amazed with your story .... Made me cry, i have a brother whit colostomy and iliostomy... Two years ago, he was diagnostic with cáncer in colon and rectum ... And he's tumor was sucsesfully remuved !!! I'm agree that attitude is everything ... I just don't know how to help him To accept himself , and feel gratefull to be alive .... I'm mexican ! Thanks for sharing !!!
You obviously love and cherish your brother because he's important to you. Please never give up on your brother even if he's sometimes difficult or seems unhappy. Dealing with cancer or any life changing illness can be difficult for the person with it. They need to remember they are still the person they have always been: A brother, friend, husband, mother ...... Disease or illness doesn't make them any less important or loved and sometimes they need to just hear from those around them, that they are still loved for who they are. That the disease or illness doesn't define them.
I wish your brother good health, a long and happy life and that he knows how lucky he is to have your for family!
glad it was helpful
I wouldn't of left him. If it's true love, the love should be valued & cherished even through the difficult times.
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Ikr. But tbh some people are not strong enough to cope in tough situations like these and they just ‘run away’. He is such an amazing guy. :)
Your story is really inspiring man you should stay strong no matter whatever happens 😢
I am 23 and recently went through 2 surgeries and currently wearing an ileostomy bag.
When I went in for the first surgery doctors said that there's very less chances of survival everyone in my family was crying but thankfully surgery was successful.
Now I have the ileostomy closure surgery scheduled for next month hope everything will go well 🤞🏽🤞🏽
Thanks for the kind words.
Glad surgery was successful. Wishing you the best for next month
Hey how are you doing now ,I'm 22 currently having having strictures and all and I'm afraid of surgery so does my parents.
I don't get blood but have sticturs in my transverse colon a little big one. And one in ileum caecum.
I was 24 years old in the summer of 1980 and like you, was a healthy young man, or at least so I thought. I was a high school math teacher and had just started graduate school. All of a sudden I started feeling bad, and like you, had lots of blood in the toilet. So I went to the local hospital and my family doctor was treating me, but I wasn’t getting any better. My mother saw my stomach swelling in the hospital and demanded I be transferred to Duke Hospital, which is a major university hospital in Durham, North Carolina. By this time I was pretty out of it, but I remember the surgeon saying they had to do an emergency ileostomy. I had the same visceral reaction that you did when I first saw this bag attached to me. I had a very rough recovery and almost died, but pulled through. At that time, either there was no such surgery as an oleo-anal pull through, or J pouch. So I had the ileostomy for 11 years, all the while teaching. Believe me, I had some dark times and I told no one. The only people who knew were my immediate family members. Then in 1991 I read about this new surgery that was available. That summer I met with a great surgeon, Dr. Bollinger at Duke, and I had two separate surgeries to create the J pouch and take down the ileostomy. Believe me, there have been lots of ups and downs over the years, as well as several health complications that have arisen because of that original massive inflammation which caused the removal of my large intestine. But now at age 64 I still have the J pouch. I met someone who accepted me completely when I was 35 and we have been together ever since. I think what you have done by coming forward and raising awareness and money for the hospital is great. Congratulations on your new and successful career as a vocal coach! Obviously you are very good at what you do. I first saw your video a few minutes ago, and I knew I had to follow you and share my experience. I wish you all the best and I am very sorry about your friend.
way 2go109 glad you’re living a good life with the pouch
If I had the chance like I will be ur girlfriend ; 😭 this made me tire up, very emotional right now, pure soul n handsome guy, I like ur teeth n eyes already
I couldn't imagine a girlfriend leaving someone just because of this. My bf has UC and hes going thru a really tough time right now and might end up getting surgery and i can't even imagine leaving him...love him too much
I wouldn't throw him or his bag out of my bed!
I’m a short man (5’3). I used to hate my life so much. I have contemplated suicide many times because I have been discriminated a lot of times because of my height. Watching your video made feel grateful about life. I can’t even imagine how hard it must be for you. I just wish, that you stay happy and positive all throughout your life.
Im 6 foot 4 woman. Life is exactly what you make of it. You can live a full life with a bag, you soon get some real true friends too. Appearance and aesthetics sure used to mean a lot to this man eh?
@@TheWendable didn’t get the last part you said
5’3 isn’t that short? I am 5’1 and girls seem to love my height!
5 3 isnt that short