The Truth About Surviving IBD and Incontinence - About IBD 190 With Katryna Loewen

Описание: #ulcerativecolitis #incontinence #pregnancy

Episode transcript and more information at: https://bit.ly/AIBD190

Katryna Loewen, a registered nurse diagnosed with ulcerative colitis in 2020, shares her journey through severe flare-ups, incontinence, and her decision to have a colectomy and ileostomy in 2024. She discusses the emotional and physical challenges of living with IBD, the stigma of ostomies, and how these experiences shaped her life, relationships, and career. Katryna also describes managing her mental health, planning her wedding, and preparing for motherhood, offering hope and practical advice to others with IBD.

00:04 Introduction and Guest Background
02:09 Katryna’s Nursing Career
03:08 Ulcerative Colitis Diagnosis
04:48 Remission and Flare-Ups
05:09 Severe Flare in 2023
07:08 Decision for Surgery
10:36 Facing Ostomy Surgery
14:08 Acceptance and Life with an Ostomy
16:08 Impact of IBD on Mental Health
17:18 Incontinence Experiences
23:31 Tracking Symptoms and Advocacy
26:23 Wedding with IBD
28:45 Therapy and Emotional Recovery
32:06 Pregnancy After Ostomy Surgery
37:50 Preparing Pets for Baby
41:54 Support Networks and Advice
43:32 Where to Find Katryna
43:38 Closing Remarks

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