stoma - ERIC

A stoma is an opening onto the surface of the body. It includes where the bowel or part of
the urinary tract is opened onto the abdominal wall. The name of the stoma will vary
according to which part of the urinary tract or bowel is involved: a colostomy is where the
colon is brought to the abdominal wall; an ileostomy, is where the ileum (part of the small
bowel) is brought to the abdominal wall. A bag is attached to the surface of the abdominal
wall to collect faeces and may need to be emptied or changed during school hours.

Eva’s story
Eva suffered a spinal cord injury when she was 10 years old, leaving her unable to walk or control her bowel and bladder. ERIC helped them to manage and feel less alone.
Traitors star Mollie Pearce speaks out on behalf of children with bowel and bladder issues in Radio 4 Appeal 
The TV star, who has lived experience of bowel issues, spoke out in support of ERIC.
Jake’s story
Jake struggled with bowel complications from birth, affecting his childhood. ERIC helped support his family through his journey to stoma surgery and beyond.
Katie’s story
ERIC Summer Appeal

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