Filters

PKU Girl

I’m 41 yrs old today. I was born with PKU a metabolic genetic disorder that keeps me from eating like the rest of the world.… Continue reading PKU Girl

Read full story

From a athlete to a cancerpatient

I was a half marathon runner, in good shape. I hade no signs that something could be wrong in my body. It was a regular… Continue reading From a athlete to a cancerpatient

Read full story

Agata’s Story

I live in Scotland in Uk but was born and grew up in Poland. When I was born my parents were told I will never… Continue reading Agata’s Story

Read full story

Sometimes real superheroes live in the hearts of Small children

Hi My name is Elya💜 i am 5 years, and diagnosed with CDKL5 Deficiency Disorder at age of 14 months, CDD causes me a major… Continue reading Sometimes real superheroes live in the hearts of Small children

Read full story

Luchar diariamente

Mi nombre es Manuel tengo 12 años y soy de Argentina.Hace casi 3 años me diagnosticaron Paraparesia espastica hereditaria del tipo 5 spg5a enfermedad neurologica… Continue reading Luchar diariamente

Read full story

Nora notre phénomène

Nora est née le 3 mars 2016. Elle est atteinte d’une maladie neurodégénérative rare PKAN d’origine génétique. Rien ne nous fait penser que Nora n’est… Continue reading Nora notre phénomène

Read full story

Existing Tomorrow

Dear Mom, I watch you take your child to therapy while your friends take their children to soccer or dance. I see you avoiding conversations… Continue reading Existing Tomorrow

Read full story

A slow Eclipse

In 2018 I was diagnosed with a rare, inherited retinal disease called Retinitis Pigmentosa. RP is an umbrella term for a host of eye conditions… Continue reading A slow Eclipse

Read full story

Living Rare

Hi, my name is Lori. At the age of 13 I developed a growth on my scalp resembling a cyst. Smaller growths, or lumps, began… Continue reading Living Rare

Read full story
What's your story?

Be part of Rare Disease Day by sharing your story with others and sending a message of solidarity!

Share your story

Share your colours

Join the community. Help us build awareness. Share your photos, videos and experiences!