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Rare Diseases South Africa turns 11
This week marks our 11th Birthday 🎉 For 11 years, we've supported our community with rare diseases and congenital disorders. But as we celebrate, we need your help to focus on the Power of 11.
🎁 A Birthday Gift Idea is a donation which can:
☕ 11 people x R11 = Coffee & tea for our team
🚗 11 people x R111 = Transport for 4 patients
👩‍⚕️ 111 x R111 = A case manager for a month
👩‍👩‍👧‍👦 1111 x R111 = Support for 1600 patients for a month
🎯 11111 x R111 = 1/4 of our annual budget! Every contribution counts. Click the link below to donate now and support our cause.
If every patient in our community gets just 1 person to make a donation today, we will have fundraised enough to fund our programmes for 3 months.
Please consider sharing our plea.
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Відео

Introduction to the Rare Disease Partnership Programme
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Rare Diseases South Africa Rare Disease Partner Programme Concept Note The RDSA Rare Diseases Partnership Programme (RDPP) is a platform for commercial companies to support the rare disease cause, and develop a greater understanding of issues of importance to Persons Living with Rare Diseases (PLWRD) in South Africa. The RDPP aims to foster a long-term collaborative relationship and a construct...
Access Dialogue - Access to Innovation
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There have been significant advances in the treatment of various medical conditions, especially in the areas of oncology, rare and complex diseases, in the last two decades. Innovative medicines have played a large role in these advances. For many patients, these advances mean the potential for a better quality of life or many more years of life. Sadly, a limited number of patients and a handfu...
Patients attending and participating in Scientific Conferences: what is it all about?
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There was a time when scientific conferences where limited to medical professionals, but that has now changed, and now, patients and the patient community are regularly being asked to attend, and participate in scientific meetings. But this highlights certain fears for patients, on how they can best provide input, do they have the necessary skills, and how can they address the power dynamic in ...
Interstitial Lung Disease and Pulmonary Fibrosis: Managing Treatment
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Tune in to our latest webinar where Rare Diseases South Africa discuss managing the treatment of Interstitial Lung Disease and Pulmonary Fibrosis. We will be joined by Dr Williams, MBBCh(Wits), DTM&H(Wits), FCP(SA), FCCP, Critical Care Specialist & Specialist Physician at the Centre of Chest Disease & Critical Care to discuss treatment and physical therapy and Biokineticist, Xenia Buntting.
Exploring Inherited Metabolic Disorders in South Africa
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Watch Rare Research's insightful webinar which covers the topics: A Retrospective Audit of Inherited Metabolic Disease Diagnoses in Cape Town, South Africa, MPV17 mitochondrial neurohepatopathy in South Africa and Congenital Hypothyroidism in Cape Town, South Africa. We are joined by guest speakers Sarah Lampert, PhD student and medical scientist intern in the Division of Chemical Pathology at ...
Interstitial Lung Disease and Pulmonary Fibrosis: My Patient Journey
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Rare Diseases South Africa supported by Boehringer Ingelheim has the opportunity to speak with a warrior, Alan Gould on his life with Idiopathic Interstitial Pulmonary Fibrosis to discuss their patient journey. You can gain insight into the symptoms, diagnosis and treatment experienced by our patients in South Africa based on Alan's journey.
Rare Disease Day 2023
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February is Rare Disease Month. Everyone deserves equitable opportunities and access to healthcare. But for those of us with a rare disease we are more likely to face misdiagnosis, treatment inequality and isolation. This rare disease day light up in solidarity with over 300 million people living with a rare condition. Visit www.rarediseases.co.za for more information. #ShareYourColours
Letsatsi la Mafu asatlwaelehang la 2023
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Hlakola ke khoeli ea mafu a sa tloaelehang. Motho e mong le e mong o lokeloa ke menyetla e lekanang le phihlello ea tlhokomelo ea bophelo. Empa ho rona ba nang le lefu le sa tloaelehang re na le monyetla oa ho tobana le mafu a fosahetseng, ho se lekane ha kalafo le ho itšehla thajana. Letsatsi lena le sa tloaelehang la lefu le khanya ka bonngoe le batho ba fetang limilione tse 300 ba phelang le...
Usuku lwezifo ezingavamile 2023
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NgoFebhuwari yinyanga yezifo ezingavamile. Wonke umuntu ufanelwe amathuba alinganayo kanye nokuthola usizo lwezempilo. Kodwa kulabo bethu abanezifo ezingavamile maningi amathuba okuthi sibhekane nokuxilongwa okungalungile, ukungalingani kokwelashwa nokuhlukaniswa. Lolu suku lwesifo olungavamile khanyisa ngokuhlanganyela nabantu abangaphezu kwezigidi ezingama-300 abaphila nesimo esingavamile. Va...
Rare Diseases Access Initiative Stakeholder Symposium 2022
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Following the successful 2021 RDAI symposium, during which the Rare Diseases Framework document was adopted, the RDAI, in association with Rare Diseases South Africa (RDSA), hosted a further stakeholder workshop on the 27th of October 2022. The objective of the workshop was to invite all stakeholders to put forward proposals on how their constituency can contribute to the implementation of this...
#Ride4Rare Ride Joburg 2022
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Thank you to all our incredible riders for taking on the streets of Joburg to Ride4Rare! We love you!
You Think Your Body Hurts?
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You think your body hurts? What about our rare disease patients? You can use your mobility for the benefit of those without. Sign up for the Ride Joburg and pedal for our purpose.
Meeting the Unmet Needs of IPF Patients
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Rare Diseases South Africa supported by Boehringer Ingelheim hosts the last Interstitial Pulmonary Fibrosis webinar of the four part series. We discuss meeting the unmet needs of Interstitial Pulmonary Fibrosis patients that have been raised in our previous webinars.
Interstitial Pulmonary Fibrosis: Patient Community Impact
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Join Rare Diseases South Africa supported by Boehringer Ingelheim as we host a webinar with Pulmonologist, Dr Viviers and Biokineticist, Stephanie Groenewald as they share expertise on Interstitial Pulmonary Fibrosis patient community impact.
Myelofibrosis Unmasked
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Myelofibrosis Unmasked
ITP: Can You Hear Us?
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ITP: Can You Hear Us?
Harnessing Social Media for Better Advocacy
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Harnessing Social Media for Better Advocacy
Importance of Newborn Screening for Inborn Errors of Metabolism
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Importance of Newborn Screening for Inborn Errors of Metabolism
What is Interstitial Pulmonary Fibrosis?
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What is Interstitial Pulmonary Fibrosis?
RareActivists Ride4Rare 2022
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RareActivists Ride4Rare 2022
Rare Diseases South Africa: What We Do
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Rare Diseases South Africa: What We Do
Introducing the Rare Registry
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Introducing the Rare Registry
Make your voice heard: Take the global Rare Barometer survey and share your diagnosis experience!
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Make your voice heard: Take the global Rare Barometer survey and share your diagnosis experience!
Let's Talk Genetic Counselling
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Let's Talk Genetic Counselling
Celebrating Rare Disease Day
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Celebrating Rare Disease Day
#RareAware 2022 Kelly Du Plessis School Video
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#RareAware 2022 Kelly Du Plessis School Video
#RareAware 2022 - Megan Hunter
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#RareAware 2022 - Megan Hunter
#RareAware 2022 - Sharon Pruss
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#RareAware 2022 - Sharon Pruss
#RareAware 2022 - Kelly du Plessis
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#RareAware 2022 - Kelly du Plessis

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  • @williamhall6358
    @williamhall6358 День тому

    😔

  • @jmc2204
    @jmc2204 24 дні тому

    You are speaking apartheid language that majority of S. African don't understand!! How selfish. Take your disease to your grave you junglelister

  • @user-eb4pz1yz3y
    @user-eb4pz1yz3y 5 місяців тому

    48 years old here had since birth. Meds hasn't helped me. Was told i wouldn't live past 5. Water intake and knowing the warning signs of my body got me this far. Now im stage 4 ckd as well. My Lord Jesus is my great physician.

  • @ashtondeanna2065
    @ashtondeanna2065 5 місяців тому

    'promo sm'

  • @karenteasdale7341
    @karenteasdale7341 7 місяців тому

    I go to bed at 7pm every night. Work full time in a chaotic job. Dont socialise. Thats how i keep it stable. Meds exact timing.

  • @maritzavermeulen5647
    @maritzavermeulen5647 Рік тому

    We have a whatsapp group with a few ladies with the same disease. You should join our group

  • @mibsu8914
    @mibsu8914 Рік тому

    I believe I got it too. Few years Ago I got brain injury by getting hit by sharp knifelike piece of metal, not actual knife though. It was nothing and I could continue my daily life. Few years later I realised I was suffering about incontinence, though I thougth I can do some workouts to keep my pelvic floor in good contition, but everytime I did manage to get it to control it came back each time harder. First it was just few little drops. I think I realised this few month ago that something is not rigth , I had to go to pee and drink all the time my bladder is exploding after drinking. I am pretty sure it is Diabetes Insipidus and I really want to see doctor who diagnoses it. I really hope medicine will help for this cause

  • @cinal2266
    @cinal2266 Рік тому

    also Chinese medicine doctor put me on rehmania, for kidneys, this helped me improve. rehmania herb has been researched clinically in sugar diebetes to help prevent kidney failure.

  • @cinal2266
    @cinal2266 Рік тому

    you can't regulate your body temperature when dehydrated. having a fever can be a sign your dehydration has reached life-threatening levels and should be in an ambulance. i have DI and been waiting for water deprivation test to find out what type of diebetes insiphidus i have. some things that have helped my dehydration levels: mineral water (make sure its low sodium one), coconut water (don't drink if your sodium bloods are high) replenishes elelctroytes and dandelion root and leaf tea boil for 15 mins in a pot, drink 3 cups a day.

  • @thandekanzimande5797
    @thandekanzimande5797 Рік тому

    My daughter was diagnosed with Moyamoya in 2020 and had a cranial burr hole surgery in 2021, she’s currently in a remedial school yet still struggling academically, I’d like to hear from parents of kids who have been diagnosed with Moyamoya, how to navigate this journey post diagnosis.

  • @sandracicek
    @sandracicek Рік тому

    It's by chance i found Kirsti's video. I'm about to be placed on the street. A woman who was one of the top 10% earners in this country. I've been diagnosed with cushings by Prof Wing and Prof Paget and my story goes a bit further. I have through research found that the abuse I have experienced since being a baby has left me with diagnosed CPTSD as well. At Kirsti got the chance to have her tumour removed. I still have mine. No medical aid, no one listens, so now I live with migraines and the excessive tiredness.

    • @miss_8thwonder
      @miss_8thwonder Рік тому

      But why nobody is listening to you, what does the endocrinologist says

  • @kennethgreen9490
    @kennethgreen9490 Рік тому

    💯 ᵖʳᵒᵐᵒˢᵐ

  • @viniciuscruz7557
    @viniciuscruz7557 Рік тому

    I smoked from 14 to 35 years old, in the last years I smoked an average of 30 cigarettes a day (1 pack and a half). I gave my life to Jesus, and I felt the need not to smoke or consume alcohol anymore, with the alcoholic drink it was overnight, I threw away what I had of beer and cachaça at home... ! I agreed with my wife to try to smoke the least amount of cigarettes I could in one day so with a lot of effort on my part I smoked 12 cigarettes, for one week she gave me 12 cigarettes every day for me to consume, the other week it was 11 cigarettes a day day, the other 10... and each week it decreased by 1 per day. everything was going well, until it reached 4 cigarettes... I started stealing cigarettes from her, and ended up smoking 7, 8 cigarettes a day. until one day that during a prayer I was sincere to God, and said that I couldn't stop smoking and that I didn't really have the strength and that I really wanted to and asked God to help me and take the pleasure of smoking from me... One day inside the church during a preaching that a pastor was doing, I heard a voice speaking in my ear clearly; - "So far I've let you try, to show that you're not capable. From today you don't smoke because I don't want to! I was so scared that when my wife told me what I had heard, she saw in me a frightened and admired person, who started to cry because she saw that I was not delirious. Upon leaving the church my car had been broken into and my documents and my wife's documents had been stolen, along with the vehicle's sound. But I knew that if I got over that nervousness and anger I felt at seeing my car like that I wouldn't smoke anymore (it was like a test to confirm my convictions in the voice I heard). I called my wife and we went home , I took everything I had connected to tobacco ( tobacco , paper , lighter , matches , cigarette pack ....) I put it on a piece of paper and rolled it up we went to the street, and on a sidewalk I threw alcohol and I prayed to God; - Lord, trusting the voice I heard today I know that I will no longer feel like smoking, in Jesus name I set fire to all these elements linked to cigarettes! And by the honor and glory of God I was freed, in the name of Jesus! Vinicius Cruz. ua-cam.com/video/xrQA5Jx9R3Y/v-deo.html&ab_channel=Vin%C3%ADciusCruz

  • @matthewolson175
    @matthewolson175 Рік тому

    I was diagnosed with NDI as a baby. I'm 46 now with 2 kids. Besides a low sodium diet and drinking lots of water, I had a normal childhood.

  • @Sarah-pe1ou
    @Sarah-pe1ou Рік тому

    do you have a weight change between highs and lows

  • @lutherwes422
    @lutherwes422 2 роки тому

    I Known myself to be a fighter ever since I got diagnosed with Myasthenia gravis, having symptoms reoccurrence of muscle or arms and legs weakness, impaired voice, double vision, difficulty swallowing, fatigue, shortness of breath and drooping of upper eyelid. I was pain everyday, My greatest Joy is that today I don't experience any of this symptoms anymore and I am completely cured of Myasthenia gravis after using a herbal medicine from Dr Madida on UA-cam

  • @big-fan-of-fminusmic5511
    @big-fan-of-fminusmic5511 2 роки тому

    I can tell you how to cure yourself like I have with mg I'm completely holistic now. I cured myself with a specific diet.

  • @wndfort1
    @wndfort1 2 роки тому

    My son has this he is 43 now He was diagnosed at 7 months

  • @davidchase9424
    @davidchase9424 2 роки тому

    Peter Cushing syndrome can cause you to blow up Alderan and boss around Darth Vader

  • @odetemartins1103
    @odetemartins1103 2 роки тому

    Lupus and fibromyalgia about 30 years now it’s kidneys I also don’t have a colon 🧎‍♀️🇿🇦Our God is in control Amen 🙏🤲🇿🇦🌺

  • @odetemartins1103
    @odetemartins1103 2 роки тому

    I live in Gauteng

  • @kevintubb2086
    @kevintubb2086 2 роки тому

    Hi me and my brother where born with it. Only 2 in England. Ot 2 drink 30 to 40 pints of water aday. Can't sleep more then 3,4 hours at a time. Still on the same meds since birth. My brother became slightly brain damage as hospital could help. Starve his brain with oxygen. Due 2 not drinking enough. Got know help here. Been told we would grow. Now my brother is 42 and 5ft 10inches. I'm 38 5ft 11inches. Salt not yeah.

  • @christabelfigha4656
    @christabelfigha4656 2 роки тому

    When grace is at work. So many things give way. What so many people have use to mock me. God have turn it to a testimony in my life.Thank God Almighty who use Herb doctor itepu on UA-cam to cure me from HERPES virus with his herbs medication indeed very effective

  • @cesar8943
    @cesar8943 2 роки тому

    Ya operaron a mi esposa glándula suprerenal derecha.... ojalá no sea maligno

    • @speaktruth9313
      @speaktruth9313 Рік тому

      Do you mean adrenal gland?… is she being tested for hyperaldosterism, primary aldosteronism?

    • @cesar8943
      @cesar8943 Рік тому

      @@speaktruth9313 creo que sí.... salió benigno.gracis a Dios

  • @seamusphelan9617
    @seamusphelan9617 2 роки тому

    Sincere condolences from an ex colleague at Murray Medical

  • @tobyatherton1274
    @tobyatherton1274 2 роки тому

    Very inspirational! Keep pushing hard! You rock!

  • @elenaandrew8414
    @elenaandrew8414 2 роки тому

    Thanks

  • @joydebnath2728
    @joydebnath2728 2 роки тому

    Good

  • @cleftfriends
    @cleftfriends 2 роки тому

    Very informative. Thank You!

  • @DUNEYREAGENT
    @DUNEYREAGENT 3 роки тому

    I had pituitary surgery in 2018 . I got 40% better but still having symptoms. Soon I will be starting the istruisa drug. Hopefully it finally cures me.

    • @Gabilai92
      @Gabilai92 2 роки тому

      How are you now?

    • @DUNEYREAGENT
      @DUNEYREAGENT 2 роки тому

      @@Gabilai92 istruisa wasn't doing much at 1st but by month 2 it started to really kick in. So far I lost 8lbs out of 50lbs that I gained and symptoms are going away . I also was placed on metformin and that seems to work great with the medication. Thank you for asking! How are you?

    • @Gabilai92
      @Gabilai92 2 роки тому

      @@DUNEYREAGENT Went to the ER today because of my migraines…that was n to fun… whenever i get the severe attacks i always think “ Well its been nice” -that’s part of the doom and gloom feeling of migraines.. But i did get a lot of testing done from the docs, so lets see what they say. I am glad the meds are working for you, and they always do. I don’t understand at times, Why he have to suffer. Can’t we just enjoy life?!?!

    • @DUNEYREAGENT
      @DUNEYREAGENT 2 роки тому

      @@Gabilai92 I'm sorry to hear about the ER. I'm sure better days are coming for all of us! In the near future I would not be surprised if they finally have technology that will cure us completely. Hang in there 🙏

    • @Gabilai92
      @Gabilai92 2 роки тому

      @@DUNEYREAGENT THANK YOU!!! I do believe in the science and technology. Be well my friend!

  • @shelbylewis3236
    @shelbylewis3236 3 роки тому

    I had adrenal cushing's when I was 6 until I was 18. Then I had surgery to remove it but they left part of my gland and now I'm having symptoms and signs all over again with some liver fibrosis. It's hard when not many people understand or can relate.

    • @speaktruth9313
      @speaktruth9313 Рік тому

      Are they checking you for primary aldosteronism ?

    • @miss_8thwonder
      @miss_8thwonder Рік тому

      Why did they left part of your gland,dear

  • @robertsonvalleytradingcomp520
    @robertsonvalleytradingcomp520 3 роки тому

    Wonderful lady! you go for it! xx Vee

  • @megancunningham4521
    @megancunningham4521 3 роки тому

    "I literally wanted something to be wrong with me. Because you don't understand why you gain all of this weight, you just want an answer." I feel this. I have these same thoughts and feel like a hypochondriac. I have been gaining a lot of weight with no explained reason. I have been pleading to my doctors for the last few years that I felt something was off. My last doctor just kept reiterating that I need to just eat right and exercise like I haven't been doing that already. It sucks to feel like you're crazy. Sorry to hear you have migraines post-op. Hopefully it continues to get better! It's people like you that share your story that keep me fighting for an answer.

    • @wolfierawrs97
      @wolfierawrs97 3 роки тому

      Best to see an endocrinologist and ask them to test!!!

    • @speaktruth9313
      @speaktruth9313 Рік тому

      You need a very good endocrinologist, one that perhaps writes articles … write to the NIH and ask about an approved endo doc.You need to have a series of tests done… some simple some more involved. People with difficult diseases have to keep looking for docs that are serious scientist types. Look up Primary Aldosteronism … read, read, read, search and search . Many people wind up diagnosing themselves and become an advocate for themselves till they are taken seriously.

    • @tabathaogost4982
      @tabathaogost4982 Рік тому

      How are you doing now?

  • @drkatehealthcoaching
    @drkatehealthcoaching 3 роки тому

    You are an incredible team and are doing such an amazing job! Well done. Your patients are lucky to have you fighting for them, loving them, supporting them and doing all you do in order to provide the best lives possible. Well done team Rare!

  • @williamdava9290
    @williamdava9290 3 роки тому

    Doctor said the Herpes virus does not have medical cure because the virus is capable of hiding within the human cells, it remains protected from your immune system. Herpes isn't a special virus - your immune system has the tools to fight it back. But because it is able to lay dormant in protected cells, your immune system is unable to remove it from your body, But with strong reactive herbal medication is capable of getting rid of the virus gradually and totally from your body without damaging any of your cells , natural herbs kills the virus totally not just reducing the out break. Get natural herbs cure from dr akhigbe reach him through WhatsApp +2349046230269

  • @williamdava9290
    @williamdava9290 3 роки тому

    Doctor said the Herpes virus does not have medical cure because the virus is capable of hiding within the human cells, it remains protected from your immune system. Herpes isn't a special virus - your immune system has the tools to fight it back. But because it is able to lay dormant in protected cells, your immune system is unable to remove it from your body, But with strong reactive herbal medication is capable of getting rid of the virus gradually and totally from your body without damaging any of your cells , natural herbs kills the virus totally not just reducing the out break. Get natural herbs cure from dr akhigbe reach him through WhatsApp +2349046230269

  • @Hd-xc6zy
    @Hd-xc6zy 3 роки тому

    Bonjour adem seyedrom sotots SOS

  • @virquelineapril9727
    @virquelineapril9727 3 роки тому

    Hey Iman how can i get hold of you guys,

  • @cashking2994
    @cashking2994 3 роки тому

    Thanks for the video, gives us hope

  • @tombillford9939
    @tombillford9939 3 роки тому

    lets go!!!

  • @safiamansoor9787
    @safiamansoor9787 3 роки тому

    Very informative, excellent!

  • @Ambrosiana1908
    @Ambrosiana1908 3 роки тому

    I know how you feel and It’s going to be okay. I’m sending you my best wishes.

  • @luismatter6097
    @luismatter6097 3 роки тому

    Thanks to Dr ukabuo UA-cam who help me to cure my HPV virus with his Herb's

  • @kindredmarvis6366
    @kindredmarvis6366 3 роки тому

    3 weeks I was under Madidaherbalcenter.weebly.com herbal treatment for herpes virus and after the treatment I did a test that confirmed me negative though I have being prognosis before but Dr Madida cured me.

  • @ghazalasiddiqui3838
    @ghazalasiddiqui3838 3 роки тому

    Brave girl ❤️

    • @kristikirstein9040
      @kristikirstein9040 3 роки тому

      Thank you so much!

    • @Zippytez
      @Zippytez 3 роки тому

      @@kristikirstein9040 My doc thinks that I have Cushing disease. I have a few questions that you may be able to answer. 1)Did yuo also have streia and a buffalo hump? 2) Did you have any memory issues before or after op. 3) How long did it take you before you could resume normal life post-op?

    • @miss_8thwonder
      @miss_8thwonder Рік тому

      @@kristikirstein9040 Dear it literally made me cry, most have it on their adrenal gland, but you had a tumour, but it is heartbreaking to see, that you are still going through it and it never goes away, how is it possible to have a life? Like this

  • @missakialexandria
    @missakialexandria 3 роки тому

    My brother has this- hereditary. Diagnosed as an infant. He's 30 yo now- successful software engineer with 2 kids of his own.

    • @avikkkesh8346
      @avikkkesh8346 2 роки тому

      mam I need to talk to you....

    • @holdencawffle626
      @holdencawffle626 2 роки тому

      why did he have kids? shameful

    • @tgtina.g2613
      @tgtina.g2613 Рік тому

      @@avikkkesh8346 my 2 sons have it.. diagnosed at 2 years and the other 8 months.. they take medication that helps their body stay hydrated , they are 25 and 26 years old now doing great..

  • @braynhilton5300
    @braynhilton5300 3 роки тому

    I almost lost my son to SC anemia if not for Dr Solution who helped me in curing my son's sickle cell anemia. I was made to believe there was no cure by medical doctors but now I believe otherwise because my son was cured from SC late 2018. I came across reviews about how someone cured his sickle cell anemia with help from Dr Solution, at first I didn't believe because I was not so sure but I still went ahead to give it a try. I contacted the Dr and told him everything and he told me that he will prepare a herbal medicine for me which I will give to my son, and few days after we had this conversation, he prepared the medication and sent it to me. After the 2 weeks of using the herbals as instructed by the doctor, I took my son for checkup with no assurance but faith, and behold the results came and showed that he was totally free from sickle cell anemia. You can also reach out to this exceptional Doctor on Email: solutionhealinghome@gmail. com Call or WhatsApp + 234 8077683109

  • @deborahjohn7188
    @deborahjohn7188 3 роки тому

    Truthfully, I never thought I will be cure from HIV after taking Dr.Abumere HIV/Aids herbal medicine. Dr Abumere cured my 7 Years HIV virus, I was told by my doctor that there’s no possible cure for HIV. I started taking my ARV’s, My CD4 was 77 and viral load was 112,450. I saw testimony in Facebook and UA-cam on how people got cured from HIV and other diseases after taking Dr. Abumere herb medicine, and I contacted him, He sent me the medication which I took for fourteen days before I went for check-up and I became Negative. Indeed he is really God sent to all, he also have herb cure for ALS, HEPATITIS, DIABETES, BAD BREATH, STD, CANCER, HERPES, FIBROID, IRRITABLE BOWEL SYNDROME (IBS), WART, LIVER DISEASE, KIDNEY DISEASE, BODY ITCHING, PREGNANCY HERBAL MeEDICINE, PSORIASIS and many more, you can as contact him if you have any problem on doctorabumrer6@gnail.com or whatsapp +2349021975055

  • @datacoherence9559
    @datacoherence9559 4 роки тому

    Thank you to Rare Diseases SA to take time to put together videos and zoom info session on MG. The worst part of this rare disease is being so terribly alone.

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    I've put together a few notes on MG (randomly from google answers). The best source though is the rare diseases MG website - which Rare Diseases links to from their website. Myasthenia gravis is caused by an error in the transmission of nerve impulses to muscles. ... This is most often caused by antibodies to the acetylcholine receptor itself, but antibodies to other proteins, such as MuSK (Muscle-Specific Kinase) protein, also can impair transmission at the neuromuscular junction Myasthenia gravis (MG) is a chronic autoimmune disorder in which antibodies destroy the communication between nerves and muscle, resulting in weakness of the skeletal muscles. Myasthenia gravis affects the voluntary muscles of the body, especially those that control the eyes, mouth, throat and limbs. Symptoms. Muscle weakness caused by myasthenia gravis worsens as the affected muscle is used. Because symptoms usually improve with rest, muscle weakness can come and go. However, the symptoms tend to progress over time, usually reaching their worst within a few years after the onset of the disease. The most serious complications of myasthenia gravis is a myasthenia crisis. This is a condition of extreme muscle weakness, particularly of the diaphragm and chest muscles that support breathing. Breathing may become shallow or ineffective. Bulbar weakness tends to give speech a slurred, nasal quality. What is refractory myasthenia gravis? Myasthenia gravis (MG) is an autoantibody-mediated disease that compromises the acetylcholine receptors or associated structures of the postsynaptic membrane of the neuromuscular junction. ... Such patients are regarded as having MG that is 'refractory' to treatment and may represent a distinct clinical subgroup. Associations between myasthenia gravis (MG) and CNS functions have been made for over 80 years. ... Significant excessive daytime sleepiness resulting from sleep disturbances can also impair memory and the performance of MG patients on neuropsychological tests, as can the presence of mental depression. Multiple sclerosis (MS) and myasthenia gravis (MG) are autoimmune diseases affecting the central nervous system (CNS) and the neuromuscular junction (NMJ), respectively. ... Although MS and MG are distinct autoimmune diseases, some studies suggest a co-morbidity [18]. The main symptom of myasthenia gravis is a muscle weakness which gets worse over the course of the day. ... Sometimes the muscles of the limbs or the neck can be affected. This may cause problems with walking, posture and balance. The most common psychiatric comorbidities found in MG include depressive and anxiety disorders. What can make myasthenia gravis worse? Commonly-used medications like ciprofloxacin or certain other antibiotics, beta-blockers like propranolol, calcium channel blockers, Botox, muscle relaxants, lithium, magnesium, verapamil and more, can worsen the symptoms of myasthenia gravis. Why does myasthenia gravis typically cause double vision? The brain finely controls the eye muscles in order to keep the eyes aligned properly. Weakness of the eye muscles leads to misalignment of the eyes, which causes the eyes to perceive the same object in two different locations. Left untreated, the disease can affect the muscles the person uses to breath, resulting in acute respiratory failure. Muscles that control the person's limb movements may also be affected Foods rich in potassium include orange juice, bananas, potatoes, avocados and apricots. What is a common side effect of pyridostigmine mestinon for myasthenia gravis? SIDE EFFECTS: Nausea, vomiting, diarrhea, abdominal cramps, increased saliva/mucus, decreased pupil size, increased urination, or increased sweating may occur. How is myasthenia gravis crisis treated? Treatment of Myasthenic Crisis. The 2 primary pharmacologic therapies available for myasthenic crisis are intravenous immunoglobulin (IVIg) and plasma exchange (PE) (Table 3). A typical course of IVIg is 400 mg/kg daily for 5 days. Patients should be screened for IgA deficiency to avoid anaphylaxis from IVIg. How often is soliris given? It is given as an intravenous (IV) infusion once a week for one month, followed by a fifth dose one week later and then ongoing infusions once every two weeks. Soliris is also FDA-approved for the treatment of paroxysmal nocturnal hemoglobinuria and atypical hemolytic uremic syndrome. Soliris (eculizumab) is a monoclonal antibody. Eculizumab binds to proteins in the blood that can destroy red blood cells in people with genetic conditions that affect the natural defenses of red blood cells. At a cost of more than $500,000 per year, Soliris is one of the most expensive drugs in the world. Can myasthenia cause brain fog? Myasthenia Gravis Unmasked. Contrary to what most doctors still believe, MG can cause short term memory loss, cognitive fog, linguistic and comprehension changes etc... This can alarm many patients who aren't sure if it's the MG or dementia etc. ... I usually encourage patients to look at the constellation of symptoms. Amyotrophic lateral sclerosis and myasthenia gravis are distinct disorders. ALS affects nerve cells that control muscle movement, while MG controls communication between neurons and muscles, which occurs at what are known as neuromuscular junctions. ... Two cases involved patients having ALS and MG at the same time. Does Vitamin D Help myasthenia gravis? A recent pilot study has suggested a role for vitamin D deficiency in myasthenia gravis (MG), an autoimmune neuromuscular disease. In 33 patients with MG, serum vitamin D levels were significantly lower than in 50 controls.Jul 10, 2012 Can myasthenia gravis cause shortness of breath? Myasthenia gravis crisis Symptoms include shortness of breath and breathing problems. This is a medical emergency that needs hospitalisation and prompt medical treatment, including the use of a ventilator to assist breathing. Some of the triggers of myasthenic crisis include physical stress, pregnancy or infection How does myasthenia gravis affect swallowing? Severe jaw weakness may cause the jaw to hang open (the patient may sit with a hand on the chin for support). Swallowing may become difficult, and aspiration may occur with fluids, giving rise to coughing or choking while drinking. Liquids are more difficult to swallow than solid food. How common is ocular myasthenia gravis? Among patients with myasthenia gravis (MG), 75% initially complain of ocular disturbance, mainly ptosis and diplopia. Eventually, 90% of patients with MG develop ocular symptoms. About 50% of patients present solely with ocular symptoms, and about 50%-60% of these patients will progress to develop generalized disease. Does myasthenia gravis affect sleep? [Conclusion] Some studies of patients with MG show that patients with MG are associated with poor sleep quality, excessive daytime sleepiness, presence of restless syndrome, and a higher incidence of SDB, while other studies do not report such associations. What does prednisone do for myasthenia gravis? As an immunosuppressant, prednisone works by “damping down” the activity of the immune system, reducing the production of antibodies and helping the transmission of messages from nerves to muscles. This is thought to improve muscle strength, weakness, and fatigue.