Living with Crohn's Disease: A Conversation with Paula Sojo

Ever wondered about life with Crohn's disease? Join us as we speak with social media influencer Paula Sojo (@paulasojoro). She shares her personal journey and insights. Topics Covered: Intro Describe Your Journey with Crohn’s Disease Paula discusses her personal experience living with Crohn’s disease. Why do you think this condition is so often misdiagnosed? We explore the challenges in diagnosing Crohn’s disease. How do you mentally cope with Crohn’s disease? Mental strategies and tips for dealing with the condition. What inspired you to talk about your experience online? The motivation behind Paula's decision to share her story publicly. What is it like living with an ostomy bag? Insights into daily life with an ostomy bag. What inspired you to design your own covers? Paula discusses her creative journey in designing ostomy bag covers. What is it like to date with Crohn’s disease? The challenges and experiences of dating while managing the condition. Do you have any IBD icons? Paula shares her inspirations and role models in the IBD community. Advice for a young person with Crohn's Words of wisdom for newly diagnosed individuals. Note: This content is not a substitute for professional medical advice. Always consult a healthcare provider for any health concerns. 00:00: Intro00:48: Describe Your Journey with Crohn’s Disease02:08: Why do you think this condition is so often misdiagnosed?03:21: How do you mentally cope with Crohn’s disease?04:09: What inspired you to talk about your experience online?04:59: What is it like living with an ostomy bag?05:22: What inspired you to design your own covers?05:51: What is it like to date with Crohn’s disease?06:50: Do you have any IBD icons?08:14: Advice for a young person with Crohn's #Crohn'sdisease #PaulaSojo #IBD #ostomybag #mentalhealth #misdiagnosis #influencer See show notes: https://inlet.fm/your-body-on/episodes/67dda448e7a265c57f7e0fc5 Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices