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We tend to take our eyes for granted until they go wrong.

After experiencing issues with my peripheral vision and sensitivity to light I had multiple tests and scans leading to my diagnosis of Acute Zonal Occult… Continue reading We tend to take our eyes for granted until they go wrong.

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MICHAELSTRONG

Hello! My story begins couple months ago when I finally got diagnosed with Cellularbalm Ataxia disease (form of OPCA). I am 26 years old and… Continue reading MICHAELSTRONG

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We thought it was just MS?

I was diagnosed with Neuromyelitis Optica 03/12/2019. It’s been one crazy journey. I remember going to the GP, hardly being able to walk & trying… Continue reading We thought it was just MS?

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Sometimes … superheroes live in the hearts of little children fighting big battles .

10 years ago ..a very special little boy was born,Zuhair …he stole my Heart and still has it in heaven ❤️. I am the sister… Continue reading Sometimes … superheroes live in the hearts of little children fighting big battles .

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Healing from MS

At thirty-three, I seemed to have it all: a job I loved, a wonderful family and perfect health. Then I was diagnosed with Multiple Sclerosis… Continue reading Healing from MS

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Journey to where I am Today

I was between early 20’s when, I was told that they had found a match something that was rather unspexpected , because the DD study… Continue reading Journey to where I am Today

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Not Too Rare To Care

Hi, my name is Jayme and I am 26 years old. When I was born in 1996, my Mom along with Doctors knew there was… Continue reading Not Too Rare To Care

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DFM

Bonjour je m appelle Sylvie j habite en France en côté d or !! J ai 63 ans ! Il y a à peu près… Continue reading DFM

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Katie’s Story

I was diagnosed with CMTC when I was 5 months old. At 29 years old, I have lived with markings down the right side of… Continue reading Katie’s Story

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