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Sydney’s setback

15 year old Sydney McFerrin, faced unexpected news In August of 2023, lower jaw surgery left her jaw crooked. After six more unsuccessful procedures, Sydney’s… Continue reading Sydney’s setback

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Mia’s story

Since I remember, I always felt pain. When I was around 8 years old, I’d complain about this pain in my feet and legs and… Continue reading Mia’s story

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Autobiografía

MY AUTOBIOGRAPHY Today I want to tell my story, and everything I will say is part of those anecdotes, between happy and sad that are… Continue reading Autobiografía

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I’m Rare Living with Sarcoidosis 💜

I’m 47 years old and I was diagnosed in 2010 with Pulmonary Sarcoidosis. When my Lung Dr told me that’s what I had I looked… Continue reading I’m Rare Living with Sarcoidosis 💜

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The 7 Year Mystery

I’ve got a rare disease . It’s rare because after 7 years, 5 neurologists and so many tests/ scans it still hasn’t got a name,… Continue reading The 7 Year Mystery

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I look great in HATS

One year ago today, I went to the allergist, wanting to know if I had developed an allergy. For the past year and a half,… Continue reading I look great in HATS

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I am 1 in 100,000💚💙

My name is Caroline and I was diagnosed with a rare brain condition called Idiopathic Intracranial Hypertension (IIH) in 2018. IIH is high pressure in… Continue reading I am 1 in 100,000💚💙

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A hidden disability

I was diagnosed with Stargardt’s disease when I was 18 years old, back in 2020. Currently, I am based in UK and pursuing an MPH… Continue reading A hidden disability

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Bella’s Battle

My name is Dawn and I have 3 children and six grandchildren. My youngest daughter Valerie, at 25 announced her and her husband were expecting.… Continue reading Bella’s Battle

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