So, a lot of things have been happening lately with my health. Most of you know that I do have Crohn's disease. I was diagnosed my Senior year, back in 2004. For those who don't exactly what it is, here's a brief description:
"Crohn’s disease is a chronic inflammation in the bowel resulting from immune system malfunction. Research indicates that in people with Crohn’s disease, the immune system, which is responsible for protecting the body from invading substances, actually mistakes some bacteria and other organisms normally found in the intestines for foreign invaders. The body then sends white blood cells into the lining of the intestines to fight these so-called invaders. This overproduction of white blood cells results in the inflammation of the intestines. Prolonged inflammation can lead to ulcerations and injury to portions of the bowel."
I haven't had many flares in the 6 years. Unfortunately, when I moved to Dallas, I had a couple flare-ups which ended up in two different hospital stays. Back in July, I was visiting my parents in Huntsville, when I had a major flare-up. I went straight to the ER from stepping off the plane in Dallas. We decided, based on prayers, research, the surgeon/GI doctors, that I was going to go through with the resection surgery. So, September 2nd, I had my surgery, and ended up having a double resection. They removed part of my colon and small intestine. I am in week 5 of my 6 week recovery and doing great! My mom got to be there and help with everything as well. Thank you for all your support and prayers! Although Crohn's is a lifelong disease, with possible reoccurence, I am disease-free as of right now. I have a great God who took care of me throughout all the pain, frustration, anxiety, and fear. He also blessed me with a husband who was there for me every step of the way. I am so blessed!
