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Hello!!! My Friends, My Name is Dominic }:~) The nicknames that I go by are: "The Ice Pick", The PR Pimp, Boss, The Fish, Chief, Rock Star Executive, Cool Guy, Pimpin', PitViper, Stud, Sexy and the list continues to grow. Some of you may already know me and for those of you who don't, I would like to welcome you all to my page.
I wanted to update my profile just a little bit to give all of you my new and old friends alike a better understanding of who I am and what I am about.
There are three types of this specific form of NTD. The levels of this birth defect based on level 1 being the least severe and level 3 being the worst possible case. Level 1 ( Occulta ), level 2 ( Meningocele ) and level 3 ( Myelomeningocele ). And I was born with a level 3 spina bifida NTD.
The rate of spina bifida differs considerably among various populations. It occurs in about 1 of every 700 births among whites in North America. Among African-Americans, the rate is about 1 in every 3,000 births. In some parts of Great Britain, the rate may be as high as 1 in every 100 births. web source: www.bookrags.com
Spina bifida is something that cannot be cured and overtime take away an individual's mobility. So a lot of the health issues associated spina bifida can only be slowed down and not stopped. The progression of deterioration of the human body is inevitably going to occur with patients who have spina bifida.
Over the years I've wondered, is it such a good thing, knowing so much about a birth defect that will inevitably take away your ability to do so many of the physical activity truly enjoyed doing on a day-to-day basis.
I know that I have been extremely fortunate over the years to have achieved a lot of the goals that I have set for myself Academically, Athletically, as well as Socially. I've also been able to break down the many barriers and stereotypes when it comes to people who are living with spina bifida. I've been able to achieve this simply by speaking out for those who are unable to verbalize their personal thoughts and opinions due to physical limitations as a result of this disability.
Reporters that have interviewed me over the years have always asked me one simple question, "Do you consider yourself an activist for people living with Spina Bifida?" I just simply tell them. That I am a individual who feels that even though I was born with and have something that is considered by social standards to be a severe disability in many cases, It's still only as disabling as the individuals living with a disability allows it to be, some cases.
Starting with shortly after my birth with the doctors closing the exposed nerve endings
;Along with the exposed spinal cord location on the lower portion of my back.
Throughout my early childhood, I was really fortunate to have escaped many of the serious illnesses and the major issues contributed with having spina bifida. But unfortunately as the onset of puberty had begun, many of the issues associated with Spina Bifida started becoming very noticeable and my body was unable to adjust quick enough for many of the { quote } "Normal" physical changes of puberty. This led to many of the surgeries that I have had over the years.
My second surgery was to relieve excessive cerebro-spinal fluid (CSF) pressure on my brain {HYDROCEPHALUS}.
The doctors put in a small drain {VENTRICULO-PERITONEAL SHUNT} or (vp shunt) ;To relieve this excessive brain pressure, Along with cutting away a very---very small portion of my skull at the base of the right side { Important Sidenote: There isn't a noticeable indentation from the small peace of skull that was removed from this particular procedure }.
This particular surgery created excessive pressure on my brain, much more than was originally anticipated. So on top of the already massive swelling created by the situation itself, and that being.
My body's inability to drain {cerebro-spinal fluid} (CSF) away from my brain, you've pretty much got a recipe for a whole lot of major problems to start accumulating moment-by-moment. If this particular situation sounds like it really sucks, I can assure you it actually did.
Shortly after this surgery was done. The first {VENTRICULO-PERITONEAL SHUNT} or (vp shunt) that was put in stop working (For some unknown reason).
So they had to go in and put another {VENTRICULO-PERITONEAL SHUNT} or (vp shunt) ;That goes all the way from my brain to my abdomen. This surgery was a success, Thank God.
After that surgery was done. I ended up getting a massive infection over the {VENTRICULO-PERITONEAL SHUNT} or (vp shunt) surgical site. That goes for my brain to my abdomen; which ended up putting me in the hospital for over two weeks. Once I was released from the hospital, there was another four months of close observation and continuous blood work.
The surgery that followed after the {VENTRICULO-PERITONEAL SHUNT} or (vp shunt) setbacks; was ultimately to remove excessive scar tissue that had accumulated and coiled itself over the years around my spinal cord causing massive spinal cord compression.
So with the scar tissue now released from around my spinal cord. This unfortunately presented me with another major setback once again. Although this procedure allowed my spinal cord to reposition itself once again. But instead of my spinal cord going vertical as it should have. My spinal cord was still wanted to compress itself horizontally due in part to the position in which it was freed from.
The next surgery that follow was to put two rods in on both sides of my spinal cord to immobilized and stabilize in a predetermined position.
These rods pretty much went the entire length of my spinal cord, they went from below my collarbone on both sides all the way down to my lower back region.
Unfortunately those rods only lasted a period of only a year or so. Before going in for routine doctor's checkup; Only to find out that I had successfully snapped one of the rods in my back somehow.
So after carefully analyzing all options and possibilities to replace these rods in my back. We all { My Parents, Myself and My Doctors } finally came to the conclusion and decision. That by putting in newer and thicker rods in my back once again, that it would probably not be safe enough, nor would it be beneficial to me in the long run.
So we ended up going with another method of immobilization and stabilization. The doctors and I decided to go with having them removed five disk from my back, Along with one rib. The doctors removed the five weakest disk and replace them with bone grafts.
This has ultimately slow down the progression of the shifting that is being done by my spinal cord. This procedure was not done to stop the shifting, but merely slow it down as much as possible, for as long as possible.
Most individuals have the ability to breathe the relatively normally and without much resistance and/or pressure put upon the lungs.
Even individuals who suffer from asthma still have the ability to function normally with both lungs.
In my particular case. Due to the fact that my spinal column has shifted quite severely
,it has affected my ability to breathe with both lungs at full capacity.
When puberty occurred, my breathing was another area that was affected due in part due to the severe shifting of my spinal cord, or scoliosis as its better-known as to the general public and medical community.
The management and treatments in this particular area of my health, is pretty much basic and non-invasive methods. I have two separate inhalers. Depending on the severity of the breathing difficulties that I am having at that particular moment, is pretty much how I determine which inhaler I am going to use.
I ended up getting { ITP } somewhere around the age of about 12 to 14. And for those of you who are worried about catching this autoimmune deficiency, I can assure you it's something that you will not contract by associating with someone who has it.
For those very few unlucky individuals who have it and have to manage all of the symptoms associated with it, it's a nasty and dangerous illness to live with. So basically what this particular disease does to the human body, is it attacks the platelets and in worst-case scenarios. It can start shutting down vital organs in the human body.
I went through aggressive treatment for this autoimmune deficiency for well over six months and I also had a pic-line inserted into my arm. The pic-line that was inserted into my arm was used for administering antibiotics throughout this period of treatment. A pic-line is the same device they use for inserting medications for the treatment of various illnesses such as cancer and many other life-threatening diseases.
As I've gotten older my body started to make some of the necessary adjustments to accommodate the onset of puberty; At which time the right side of my hip somehow rolled itself out of joint { Technically: Dislocation } without me even realizing it.
Well your body makes adjustments to the pain tolerance whenever there is some type of trauma inflicted upon the human body. Unfortunately my pain tolerance is relatively high, which isn't necessarily a good thing in some cases. Especially in this particular case with my hip dislocating and then gradually shattering itself into smaller fragments over a period of years.
Individuals who suffer dislocated hips and other joints are generally the elderly and/or professional sport athletes. And from my understanding of this particular problem. This type of injury to the average person is extremely painful, but in my case I was completely unaware that I had dislocated my hip at the time. By the time we focused on that specific area of my body, the damage was already done beyond the point of simple repairs.
Over the years I have met with a number of doctors and reconstructive specialists to figure out what the best course of action would be as far as my hip reconstructive surgery goes.
We { Doctor(s) and Patient } have all come to the conclusion and important decision, that if I have it done it would do more harm than good. Because of the number of high risk elements involved with reconstructing the hip socket; Let alone dealing with a patient such as myself, who has Spina Bifida.
As far as the situation is concerned with the dislocation, Along with the current position of the dislocated hip joint.
My hip reconstructive surgery isn't on my list of major priorities to get done, simply because it is not impeding on any of my daily activities and/or the function of my mobility at this time. We're still looking into all the possibilities, but at the same time we are looking at the potential drawbacks of having it done as well.
The thing that gives me the greatest amount of joy (most of the time) is being an uncle to my youngest sister's 4 year old son Mark, the youngest little guy London 3 years of age.
I enjoy participating in most water sport activities such as: Water Polo, Swimming, jet skiing and/or any other high intensities water sports.
I also enjoy participating in my non-competitive activities such as: High-energy Alternative photography events, Along with many other photojournalism events that are close off to the general public.
Racing others in my wheelchair, camping, going to movies, attending a variety of different concerts
I have a pretty laid-back approach when it comes to some of my Photojournalism Activities; As well as some assignments relating to my International Media Relation activities too. Although I definitely take these two occupational fields extremely seriously when it is necessary to do so. I don't do these occupational activities for the money and/or the possibility of fame. I do these more for historical accuracy and the integrity of the two occupational fields I find extremely fun and absolutely rewarding.
I'm one of the very few individuals in this world who can honestly say that they've photographed all the individuals that they had dreamed of as a little kid and did it without causing harm and discomfort to my subjects and/or their career(s).
As far as the Photojournalism and Journalistic side of my life goes. I've been published locally, nationally and recognized internationally for some of my work.
My specific photojournalism style would definitely be considered Action and Sports based style, if you wanna categorize my photography.
I occasionally come out of the shadows to make a rare appearance in front of the media world whenever it is necessary to do so, but otherwise enjoy being extremely reclusive to the world at this specific period of my life.
Cameras that I currently utilize depending on assignment(s): Canon EOS Elan 7 SLR, Canon EOS Rebel G SLR, Sony Digital P-50, Sony Digital P-10, Sony Digital H-1, Canon PowerShot S5 IS, Along with an externally mounted flash { Quantaray - XLF-50 By Sunpak }
I've been in and around the Television, Movie and Music entertainment industry (Global Mainstream Media) Doing Media Relations and Photojournalism for about 10 +/- years now.
My Photojournalism and Media Relations activities started while still in High School as head of special photographic assignments. After high school I went onto College where I majored in communications with a minor; And overall emphasis in photojournalism.
I'm always continuing to improve on my skills in the world of Photojournalism. At this time I do have a much heavier emphasis currently on the field of Global Entertainment Communications and International Media Relations.
I've finally come to the realization that the dating world is no longer of any great interest to me and would more than likely not produce any positive and/or substantial long-term benefits if continued. And all of my time is better suited for Adaptive Global Entertainment Press/Media Research and Development { R&D } Programs, Along with My Other Occupational Interests and Activities that are Currently Underway at the Moment. This was update as of: 9-2-09.
I've finally made all of the necessary and appropriate changes to this part of my life, so now I am able to move forward without a guilty conscience. Eventually over-time the things I wasn't ready and willing to disclose at this particular period of my life, will be explained in great detail by some of my closest and trusted friends who know me best. I think only then, will you truly understand the magnitude of what was actually going on behind the giant wall that I had placed up as a protective layer.
I have definitely had my fair share of incredible relationships, especially when it has come to my dating relationships. There have always been a great deal of physical and personal challenges that I have had to face, especially when it has come to pursuing a serious dating relationship.
My partners have also had to learn to adapt and modify their dating methods as well. I would truly like to believe that each individual I've dated over the years have stepped away from the relationship with a better understanding of themselves, As well as with a unique understanding of their own personal limitations.
I'm confident in saying that I have had the opportunity to have found love twice in my lifetime, which is a lot more than most individuals can confidently say with an ounce of certainty. Although I have no intentions of ever disclosing who these specific individuals may be. I will say, that these individuals have shown me the true essence of love and compassion in its purest form.
I generally like to meet women who are extremely intelligent, outgoing and adventurous, very understanding, really funny, women who loves life, enjoys going to the beach, rivers and/or lakes, hanging out with great friends, going movies and most importantly, gets along with other women!
The reason I have to strongly emphasize the importance of getting along with other women would be. Because most of the individuals that I have around me frequently are very strong and independent women. It's extremely important to me that the person I am with can get along with the majority of my friends that I have around me on a daily basis. I'm sure that I will add a lot more to this, but for now you at least know a little more about my likes and dislikes when it comes to my dating preferences.
The reason I added this to my page, was simply to show my support for all women who may be battleing this disease. I personal know many women who have battled and/or continue to battle a variety of different forms of cancers. It is extremely difficult unless you see firsthand the devastation and the long-lasting effects physically and emotionally that cancer takes on a person who is going through it.
Even though television tries to cover issues such as this, it is extremely difficult to honestly grasp enormity and devastation that cancer brings to all families and friends of an individual(s) who are battling this terrible disease. I think until see the devastation that this awful disease brings to everyone and especially the person who is battling it. It's unfortunately just a word to so many out there, a word that no one wants to hear or even speak of... until it becomes a reality for them and/or the one's they love.
As far as image(s) go that are posted on someone else's page. You need to remember, it's someone else's page "Not Mine". So don't bring it to my attention, Because I don't control what other people use as their default image or any other image(s) they may use. As long as people don't post offensive material on my page, I have no problem with them.
I really enjoy meeting all kinds of people, from around the world, and from all walks of life. I have a lot of wonderful and trusted friends around me as is. But I'm always willing to make new friends wherever it is I am in the world. I really do enjoy going out with friends, being around understanding and kind-hearted people who treat others with respect.
I have no intentions under any circumstances to discuss and/or disclose any personal and/or private information about my high-profile friends and/or acquaintances in the entertainment industry. So don't even waste your time, if that happens to be your intentions for becoming friends with me at this point.
It is extremely important to me to make everyone feel welcome, even when visiting my myspace page regardless of age, sex, religion(s), sexual orientation or legalized occupation(s).
So if you have an issue(s) with any of these areas you're probably on the wrong page my friend. If you take some time and stay awhile, you will see that all of my friends on here are pretty cool individuals.
The way someone looks is not a big deal to me, It's whats inside there hearts that matters most to me. If thats you, I would really enjoy getting to know you. PLEASE READ: If you "Do Not" want to be a part of my group of friends, Please just hit "Deny Friends Request" and/or "Delete as Friend".
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