A personal trainer with Cushing’s. How ironic is that? Everything happens for a reason and I truly hope that my years of knowledge combined with my own personal struggles will keep others from suffering as so many of us have. So, here is my story.… Continue Reading
Category Archives: Patient Stories
Shianne L., Adrenal tumor, Bilateral Adrenalectomy
Date: December 30, 2016 | Tags: 30-39, Adrenalectomy, Bilateral Adrenal Disease, Bilateral Adrenalectomy surgery, female, Maryland
Alex L. and Jennifer M., Transphenoidal Pituitary Surgery
Date: December 30, 2016 | Tags: 10-19, male, New Jersey, Pituitary tumor, Transsphenoidal surgery
Cushing’s… My Strange Flight… Sharing your own story and connecting with others who understand is a huge part of recovering from any trauma. This story is a tribute to patients and families who are suffering… Continue Reading
Mona L., Sleep apnea
Date: August 26, 2016 | Tags: 50-59, female, Sleep apnea, South Carolina
In 2004, I decided it was time to lose weight. I lost 100 pounds in a year on a low-carb diet. I felt fantastic. Then, I started feeling sick. My doctor recommended adding more carbs to my diet. I added mostly vegetables and fruit, but the weight began creeping back up.… Continue Reading
Sabrina W., Transsphenoidal Pituitary Surgery
Date: May 19, 2016 | Tags: 20-29, female, Ilinois, Medical Doctor, Pituitary tumor, Transsphenoidal surgery, USA
Archery, dancing, high-jumping, volleyball… growing up I was always on the move, looking for my next adventure, and without many disappointments. I have a rare perspective: a doctor who is a Cushie.… Continue Reading
Simrita K., Transsphenoidal Pituitary Surgery, Recurrence
Date: May 19, 2016 | Tags: 30-39, female, Pituitary tumor, recurrence, Transsphenoidal surgery, United Arab Emirates
My name is Simrita. I had frequent fractures, suffered severe depression, severe anxiety, and was on antidepressants. I developed amenorrhoea, was on medication for that and I bruised easily. I kept gaining weight and kept trying to lose it. I saw doctors from almost all of the departments in the hospital. Finally, after 2 years, … Continue Reading
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