Hi, my name is Stephanie. I was diagnosed with Arnold Chiari Malformation 2 years ago, due to real bad migraines. A few months ago, I started getting dizzy. My legs and arms go numb, I have blurred vision, depression, and anxiety. My shoulders hurt, and my face feels numb at times. …
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Jade’s Story (Kidney Failure)
Hi! I’m Jade, your typical 18-year-old with just one difference. I was diagnosed with kidney failure, May 2016, actually a week after my birthday and the same week of my high school graduation. Crazy, right? I was a healthy child growing up. This disease hit me out of nowhere. How …
Read More »Daniela’s Story (Thyroid Cancer)
My name is Daniela. I’m 34. About two months ago, I found a lump in my throat, just above my collar bone. Cancer has touched my family in the worst way. My oldest brother died at age 28, after fighting bravely for 2 years. Oddly, finding this lump didn’t scare …
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