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Mastocytosis and Me

How would your life change if you developed an allergy to water? What if you broke out in hives each time you exercised, showered, or… Continue reading Mastocytosis and Me

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legg calve perthes disease

Six years old Riley full of life and a strong love for sports. Running, surfing and skateboarding. Little Riley’s whole world got flipped upside down… Continue reading legg calve perthes disease

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Activista por la EM y enfermedades poco frecuentes

A partir del diagnóstico de esclerosis múltiple primaria progresiva en el año 2010, la vida no ha sido fácil pero puedo dedicarme al activismo social… Continue reading Activista por la EM y enfermedades poco frecuentes

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Keep Going

I have had hereditary Ataxia (SCA 6 ) since 1986. The progression of the Ataxia affected every aspect of my personal and professional life as… Continue reading Keep Going

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Princess Nora

Hello everyone! Happy New Year and Merry Christmas! My name is Nora. I am 3 years old. I am an Armenian from Russia from the… Continue reading Princess Nora

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A life with Uncertainty – My Scleroderma Story

To whom it may concern, Happy new year! My name is Claudia, I am from Sydney South Wales. In 2013, I was diagnosed with an… Continue reading A life with Uncertainty – My Scleroderma Story

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LEPR

Benjamin was diagnosed with LEPR (Leptin Receptor Deficiency) at just two years old. Ben was born 8lbs, but was constantly hungry and gaining weight at… Continue reading LEPR

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Half The World Goes Dark

Years before, I had always been excited for the final day of February – Rare Disease Day – bur after my grandmother died the year… Continue reading Half The World Goes Dark

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Rare Disease Warrior – Niamh

A diagnosis should not take 8 years, but that is exactly what occurred in trying to find out what was causing the medical issues in… Continue reading Rare Disease Warrior – Niamh

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