Having the ostomy has done nothing to impede my way of life.

CNN: Ostomy saved me from a life in the bathroom

David Rudzin, president of the United Ostomy Associations of America, agrees.

CNN: Ostomy saved me from a life in the bathroom

Maybe then we can reach those people who feel lost and scared, educate the public about greater acceptance and, most important, raise awareness so that no one fears having an ostomy or knowing someone with one.

CNN: Ostomy saved me from a life in the bathroom