UK Health Radio Podcast
UK Health Radio Podcast
27: Stoma4Life with Raphaela Reeb - Episode 27
27: Stoma4Life with Raphaela Reeb - Episode 27
27: Stoma4Life with Raphaela Reeb - Episode 27
Tuesday 8th October 2024
Join Raphaela Reeb as she chats with Suzanne Dore about her journey from bowel cancer misdiagnosis to thriving with a stoma. A story of resilience and hope.
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Episode Overview
- The importance of early detection in bowel cancer.
- How misdiagnosis can delay critical treatment.
- Living a fulfilling life with a stoma.
- The role of patient advocacy in improving surgical practices.
- Maintaining body positivity and confidence post-surgery.
I thought I would never leave the house again... but having my stoma has opened up the world to me.
Raphaela Reeb hosts an enlightening episode of 'Stoma4Life' on the UK Health Radio Podcast, where she dives into bowel cancer awareness and life with a stoma. This episode features Suzanne Dore, a remarkable guest who shares her journey from misdiagnosis to thriving after stage 3 colorectal cancer. Suzanne opens up about her initial misdiagnosis of IBS, the challenges of being diagnosed with bowel cancer at a young age, and the emotional rollercoaster that followed.
Despite the adversity, Suzanne's story is one of resilience and hope. She discusses how having a stoma has surprisingly improved her quality of life, allowing her to travel and live more freely than before. Her experience underscores the importance of early detection and advocating for one's health, even when facing scepticism from medical professionals. Suzanne also highlights her involvement with the European Association for Endoscopic Surgery, where she helps shape surgical practices by providing patient perspectives.
This episode is a heartfelt exploration of overcoming health challenges, maintaining body positivity, and finding joy in life after a stoma. Tune in for an inspiring conversation that debunks myths and offers a fresh perspective on living with bowel cancer and a stoma.