Mum paralysed after 3-year wait for rare disease diagnosis
Victoria Johnston's life was upended when she collapsed at work. After a near three-year diagnostic delay for rare CIDP, she's campaigning for faster UK treatment. Read her story.
Category : Search result: rare neurological condition
Climate Change Driving Rise in Severe Migraines
Experts warn climate change is worsening migraine attacks for millions. Discover the environmental triggers and new treatments for this debilitating neurological condition.
The woman who tastes words like chocolate and pears
Monique Todorovski has lexical-gustatory synaesthesia, a rare condition where words trigger taste sensations. Discover how it shapes her world, from naming her children to everyday conversations.
Woman wakes up with a Geordie accent after nap
Verity Went, 28, woke from a nap with a thick Geordie accent due to rare Foreign Accent Syndrome. She now says her new voice is the 'real' her. Read her incredible story.
Woman wakes from nap with permanent Geordie accent
Verity Went, 28, woke from a nap slurring her words and speaking with a thick Geordie accent. Diagnosed with rare Foreign Accent Syndrome, she now says the new voice is the 'real' her. Read her incredible story.
Rob Mallard's life off screen: romance and diagnosis
Coronation Street star Rob Mallard opens up about his private life, past co-star romance, and his battle with a progressive neurological condition. Discover his story and coping strategies.
Dyspraxia causes 9x higher fall risk, study reveals
New research shows adults with dyspraxia are nine times more likely to fall frequently, yet the condition is ignored in UK fall prevention guidelines. Experts demand urgent action.
14-year fight for Chiari malformation diagnosis
A teacher endured 14 years of dismissed symptoms before learning a Chiari malformation was causing her brain to herniate. Read her story of resilience and advocacy.
Brain condition often dismissed as stress or fatigue
Autoimmune encephalitis, where the immune system attacks the brain, is more common than thought. Learn the signs, from memory lapses to personality changes, and why early diagnosis is crucial.
Celine Dion's Thanksgiving health update
Celine Dion delivers a positive health update on Instagram, sharing a heartfelt Thanksgiving message with fans while battling Stiff Person Syndrome. Discover her inspiring journey.
Tourette's Driving Video Sparks UK Road Safety Debate
An American influencer with Tourette's Syndrome has ignited a fierce debate after sharing a video of her driving with tics. Discover the UK's DVLA rules and the public's divided reaction.
Samia Longchambon's 20-year Raynaud's disease secret
Coronation Street actress Samia Longchambon opens up about living with Raynaud's disease for two decades. Discover her coping tips and how she manages the circulation condition.
Woman lives normally despite missing brain part
Shocking medical case reveals woman living full life despite missing cerebellum - the brain region controlling motor skills, balance and coordination.
Woman born without cerebellum lives normal life
Doctors are stunned by a British woman born without her cerebellum who defied medical expectations to live a fully independent life, walking and talking normally.
Mum with rare dementia forgets children's names
The devastating story of Sarah, a mother with rare dementia who can no longer recognise her own children, as her family fights for access to revolutionary treatment that could save her.
Boy, 11, wakes up unable to walk or speak
A mother's terrifying ordeal as her healthy son suddenly develops rare neurological condition ADEM, sparking urgent NHS investigation into childhood illness.
World's shortest man dies aged 27 after inspiring life
Afshin Ghaderian, recognised as the world's shortest man at just 65cm tall, has passed away at age 27 after refusing to let his rare condition define his life's ambitions and dreams.
Child's battle with rare disease stealing her ability to walk
The heartbreaking story of Isabelle Tate, a young girl from England fighting Charcot-Marie-Tooth disease, a rare genetic condition threatening her ability to walk and enjoy a normal childhood.
Daughter, 21, dies after battle with rare neurological disorder
Isabelle Adora Tate's courageous battle against a devastating neurological condition ends at just 21, as her grieving mother pays emotional tribute to her 'beautiful warrior' daughter.
Hollyoaks star's real health scare mirrors soap storyline
Hollyoaks actress Jessica Fox reveals her terrifying real-life health battle with Functional Neurological Disorder, drawing parallels to her character Nancy Osborne's recent storyline.
Teen may never walk after NHS misdiagnosis
A teenage girl's life has been shattered after NHS doctors repeatedly dismissed her symptoms as growing pains, only to discover she had a rare spinal condition that may leave her permanently unable to walk.
Kelly Osbourne breaks down revealing health diagnosis
TV personality Kelly Osbourne breaks down while revealing her recent diagnosis with a rare neurological condition, sharing her fears and determination to raise awareness.
Woman speaks with Thai accent after stroke
A Hampshire woman developed Foreign Accent Syndrome after suffering a stroke, causing her to speak with a Thai accent despite never visiting Thailand. Medical experts explain this rare neurological condition.
20-year rash misdiagnosis leads to radical surgery
After two decades of being dismissed by doctors, a woman's persistent rash turned out to be a rare pre-cancerous condition requiring life-changing surgery.
Brit wakes with Thai accent after stroke on holiday
A British woman's dream holiday in Thailand turned into a medical mystery when she awoke speaking with a permanent Thai accent after suffering a stroke, in a rare condition known as Foreign Accent Syndrome.
Woman's 2-inch 'mini-me' growth reveals rare condition
A British woman shares her extraordinary medical journey after discovering a mysterious 2-inch growth on her body that doctors identified as a rare condition. Her story highlights the importance of trusting your instincts when something doesn't feel right
Mother's instinct saves toddler from rare heart condition
A mother's quick thinking led to the diagnosis of a life-threatening double aortic arch in her toddler after noticing unusual breathing patterns and a distinctive cough sound.
Mum's heartbreak as son battles rare chromosome disorder
Exclusive: Mother's emotional journey as her son battles rare chromosome disorder and the family's desperate search for answers in the UK healthcare system.
Michael J. Fox: 'I won't reach 80' due to Parkinson's
Back to the Future star Michael J. Fox opens up about his challenging journey with Parkinson's disease and shares heartbreaking prognosis about his future.
Midwife's instinct saves baby from rare condition
A quick-thinking midwife's extraordinary observation during a routine appointment led to the discovery of a rare and life-threatening condition, saving an unborn baby from certain tragedy.
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