Relationship poll results and a slightly glib scribble in lieu of something more meaningful that I intend to write once I’ve gathered my thoughts
How has your illness affected your relationship? It's really put a strain on us: 22% It's caused us to split up: 2% It's brought us closer: 29% It's made no difference: 31% It's made me avoid relationships: 13%
Having been diagnosed with ulcerative colitis aged 33, I lived with the illness for nearly 4 years before surgery became my only real option. Number Twos covers my experiences from my initial diagnosis to my recent colostomy.