Doctors Dismissed My Breathing Issues — But It Was Eosinophilic Esophagitis (EoE)
When a GI finally took my symptoms seriously, I was diagnosed with a chronic esophagus disorder
When a GI finally took my symptoms seriously, I was diagnosed with a chronic esophagus disorder
Cuando una gastroenteróloga finalmente consideró mis síntomas seriamente, me diagnosticaron un trastorno esofágico crónico
A supportive medical team is crucial — as is a sense of humor
Un equipo médico solidario es crucial, al igual que un buen sentido del humor
I didn’t have the classic signs of a stroke, so I blamed my symptoms on being a new mom
I’m devoted to advocacy work and hope more people with COPD will reach out for support
Estoy comprometida con mi trabajo de concientización y espero que más personas con EPOC pidan asistencia
They didn’t take me seriously until the disease had all but destroyed me
After the initial shock and shame, I gained a new perspective
My days may look a bit different than I imagined, but my life is filled with joy and purpose
Mis días pueden ser un poco diferentes de lo que imaginé, pero mi vida está llena de alegría y propósito
As the first survivor patient research advocate in the U.S., I’ve dedicated my life to raising awareness and advancing treatment options for pancreatic cancer