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Where do you find support?

Who supports you in a meaningful way? What does their support look like? As you have moved along your rare disease journey, has the type of support you need changed...

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I wish others knew that...

What is one thing you wish more people knew about living with a rare disease?...

Life with Rare Coexistence of Systemic Lupus and Ankylosis Spondylitis

Hello, I just curious to find the other 8 - 10 individuals living with the Rare Coexistence of Systemic Lupus and Ankylosis Spondylitis (Axial for me ). Tbh, living with...

How Do You Cope?

Does anyone have tips or things that help you cope with living with a rare disease? What do you do to manage symptom, treatment, or other challenges?...

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Biggest challenges you face in your current journey?

Hi- I'm just curious about how people navigate this journey well. What are your biggest challanges and support needs? Where do people go to get support? What actually makes a...

Undiagnosed still but something is wrong

Hi, I know there’s something going on, but doctors dismiss me, don’t listen, or tell me they don’t know what’s wrong but admit there’s something but tell me they can’t...

What helps you avoid burnout or chronic illness fatigue?

Personal Strategies – What routines, habits, or lifestyle changes help you avoid burnout or fatigue? (e.g., sleep, nutrition, mindfulness)...

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Dietary Changes

Hi, I have been diagnosed with a rare genetic condition, AMACR deficiency, that so far is asymptomatic but I do have an elevated level of phytanic and pristanic acid in...

The Weight of Rare Disease

This giveaway has closed but we still welcome community members to share their perspectives. Living with a rare disease comes with challenges that many people may not fully understand. Beyond...

Animal Companions

Do you have a pet that has helped you cope with life with a rare disease? Tell us about them and/or share a pic!...

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