Rebecca’s Personal Story
Rebecca’s Personal Story: “If it is not my right to get the medicine I need, I must change citizenship to a free country” My story
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Rebecca’s Personal Story: “If it is not my right to get the medicine I need, I must change citizenship to a free country” My story
Julene’s Personal Story- Gastroparesis and a GJ tube! I was officially diagnosed with Gastroparesis in March of 2014. However, my doctors feel that I have
Brenda’s Personal Story- Gastroparesis and Emetophobia I thought my life couldn’t possibly get any worse. Yes, I have an amazing husband and three awesome kids
Meg’s Personal Story- Incontinence from Childbirth- “At least you’re not dying” they tell me In 2010 I gave birth to my first son and suffered
Betty’s Personal Story- “Know that you are not alone” Hello; I am a 69 year old woman who when I was just 18 years old
Anonymous Personal Story: Diarrhea from stressful events I have had IBS symptoms since a child, or young teenager. I first noticed symptoms (immediate diarrhea) on
Kayla’s Personal Story- “I have found a way to manage my GERD“ Before I tell my whole backstory, I want you to know, I have
Sheila’s Personal Story: “My life is governed by my colon” I’ve had IBS with diarrhea for years..no constipation. My stomach pain occurs after a bowel
Anonymous Personal Story: 16 Years of a Cough HI, I have been wondering for some time why I had a chronic cough for 16 years!
Lindsay’s Personal Story- An Advocate’s Story DHA advocate Lindsay has made great strides to raise awareness and funds for gastroparesis. The first annual Go With
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