040 - Hypoganglionosis: Hyrox, Ultra Marathons & Life After Stoma Surgery - Olivia Moore (@livwithastoma)

About this episode

At 22 years old, Liv Moore was told she would need a permanent stoma. After years of unexplained symptoms, severe constipation, and a body that seemed to be shutting down, Liv was diagnosed with hypoganglionosis , a rare bowel disorder that left her rectum unable to function properly. In this episode of The Survival Project , Liv shares her remarkable journey from diagnosis to surgery, the fear of living with a stoma at such a young age, and how she ultimately found freedom, confidence, and a new lease on life. We discuss: What hypoganglionosis is and how it affects the body Being told you need a permanent stoma at 22 The emotional impact of major surgery Body confidence and learning to…