Post Views: 169 Will Tyson: A Heartfelt Advocate Will Tyson lives with a rare genetic heart disease called cardiomyopathy, just like his father, Mark. Their shared diagnosis changed everything, but instead of staying silent, Will chose to speak up. At 19, Will collapsed while playing basketball. That moment led to a life of medical care, […]
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Post Views: 197 Archith Allergies are often brushed off as “just sneezing” or a seasonal nuisance. But as Dr. Dayanashre K reminds us, they deserve a closer look. In India, where our environment and food habits are so diverse, allergies can show up in unexpected ways from everyday triggers like dust and pollen to less
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Post Views: 402 Archith James Smith is the co‑founder of the Foundation for Hao‑Fountain Syndrome, a global initiative born from his family’s own rare disease journey. When his daughter was diagnosed with Hao‑Fountain Syndrome, James transformed years of uncertainty into a mission: to connect families, accelerate research, and advocate for better access to care. Because
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Post Views: 265 Archith At our platform, we believe the most powerful insights come not just from research and statistics, but from lived experience. Today, we are honored to share the story of Michael Turner, a 42‑year‑old father of two from Austin, Texas, who is living with Huntington’s disease. Michael’s journey is one of resilience,
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Post Views: 400 Archith This insightful blog was written exclusively for Ordinarily Rare by Dr. Jyoti Singh, a seasoned nutritionist with deep expertise in renal diet planning. With years of experience guiding patients through the complexities of kidney care, Dr. Singh brings a rare blend of clinical precision and cultural sensitivity to her work. Her
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Post Views: 364 Archith Garry isn’t just a writer, he’s a survivor and a guide. Living with Hashimoto’s Thyroiditis, a chronic autoimmune condition, he knows firsthand the daily challenges of managing health while trying to live fully. Through his blog, Garry shares how adopting a gluten-free lifestyle transformed his journey. What once felt like survival
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Post Views: 805 Archith At Ordinarily Rare, we feature voices that bring clarity and hope to those living with uncommon health journeys. One such voice is Guru Prakash Iyer, an Iyengar Yoga teacher based in Pune, Maharashtra. It is the city where B.K.S. Iyengar built his global legacy. With years of experience in Iyengar Yoga
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Post Views: 370 Archith When we hear the word pancreas, most of us think of diabetes. But… Our pancreas is far more than a sugar regulator. It’s a small, leaf-shaped organ tucked behind the stomach that quietly runs some of the most important processes in our body. It produces enzymes that help digest food and
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Post Views: 843 Q-1) Could you describe your story from getting diagnosed to having been cured? A-1: I started experiencing Morgellons disease symptoms when I was 24. I had all the hallmark symptoms of the disease. Deep, slow-healing lesions, fibers protruding from the unbroken skin, brain fog, and fatigue. I had no idea what Morgellons disease
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Post Views: 739 Archith We are delighted to share an insightful article by Dr. Aravind Subramanian, an Ayurvedic physician from Chennai. With years of experience and a deep respect for India’s healing traditions, Dr. Aravind writes to help us understand Ayurveda in a way that feels practical and approachable. In this piece, he focuses on
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