Maya lives with several issues, including a tube in her stomach for venting, another tube in her small intestine for medication, and a central line for receiving nutrition through a vein in her chest.  Maya also has an ileostomy, since she had her colon removed, and a vesicostomy, so she can use a catheter through a hole in her belly.  She has neuropathies, seizures, and an immune problem for which she receives IV infusions every three weeks.  She needs blood transfusions frequently also. 

BUT, in spite of all this, Maya still loves to play and laugh.  And Maya's mom says "She's never met a person she couldn't make smile!"