I've been at this for 11 years now trying to figure out what's wrong with me

January 22, 2020 | 17m 00s

A woman unfairly treated for 11 years with health professionals describes her life changes following the diagnosis and offers advice for people going through the same thing.

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STORYTELLER ATTRIBUTES

AGE:30 - 39

GENDER:Female

EDUCATION:More than a college degree

RACE/ETHNICITY:Hispanic, Latino, or Spanish origin

LOCATION (ZIP Code 1st digit):4xxxx

PERSPECTIVE:Patient

STORY TYPE

BODY PART(S):Blood, Heart and Circulation; Bones, Joints and Muscles; Brain and Nerves; Ear, Nose and Throat; Endocrine System; Immune System; Female Reproductive System; Mental Health

DISORDER OR CONDITION TYPE:Brain and Nerves; Infections, Injuries and Wounds; Mental Health; Obesity; Substance Abuse; Having multiple health conditions at the same time

TOPIC:Experiencing symptoms; Finding out a diagnosis; Being treated; Getting tests or advice for how to be healthier; Communicating with doctors and nurses; Supporting family members who are sick; Making decisions about the right health care or treatment for you; Describing how easy or hard it has been for you to get the health care you need

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