Louise Thompson has revealed how she has had a stoma bag fitted after years of suffering from ulcerative colitis, as she says the operation ‘saved her life’.
The former Made In Chelsea, star, 34, shared the news with her Instagram followers on Tuesday, bravely admitting it is ‘not something she wanted to hide’.
Louise has previously spoken candidly about her ongoing struggles with the bowel condition ulcerative colitis as well as autoimmune disease lupus.
The fitness influencer almost died during the birth of her son Leo, now two, and was left with post traumatic stress disorder.
Louise shared a video of herself showing the bag, which was attached to her stomach, and wrote: HOW DO I DISCLOSE THIS SORT OF NEWS?
Louise Thompson has revealed how she has had a stoma bag fitted after years of suffering from ulcerative colitis, as she says it ‘may well have saved her life’
‘It’s not exactly exciting like a big pregnancy or gender reveal announcement! Hey look i’m having a boy… Hey look i’ve got a stoma!
‘So I guess i’ll just stand here. Proud in stature. With my new friend. Le bum bag, that represents life. And hopefully a better one
‘Isn’t it bizarre that this little grey pouch is the price I pay for good health! I say good riddance to that nasty menacing colon! Please be kind.’
