Diagnosed with ulcerative colitis at just three years old, Sara Levitt’s journey took a drastic turn in 2006 when her condition evolved into Crohn's, affecting her entire digestive system. Over the next two years, Sara faced the darkest period of her life, enduring excruciating pain, multiple hospitalizations, and a series of intense treatments that eventually led to her first emergency surgery and the life-altering experience of waking up with an ostomy bag.

In this conversation, Sara opens up about the emotional and physical challenges she faced, from coping with the stigma of her ostomy to hiding her condition for over 15 years. Now an advocate for IBD and ostomy awareness, Sara discusses her journey towards self-acceptance, her triumphs in overcoming the fear of judgment, and her mission to inspire others to embrace their bodies, regardless of their circumstances.

Thank you, Sara, for sharing your story to help others.

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Chapters:
0:00 Meet Sara
0:23 First signs of Crohn's disease
4:39 I had to get an ostomy bag
8:35 My life changed when my ostomy bag became permanent
14:23 I decided to live my life with confidence
17:17 It's so important to raise ostomy awareness
19:27 I'm in remission now!
21:10 You are not alone

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I Hid My Ostomy Bag For 15 Years! - Sara Levitt | Crohn's Disease | The Patient Story
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