She thought it was just a cyst. 14 surgeries later, she was fighting to stay alive!
In this gut-wrenching episode, Aproko Doctor sits with Omoshalewa — a woman whose life spiraled into pain, misdiagnosis, and medical trauma… all because of a doctor’s negligence.
It started in 2014 with a misdiagnosis of ovarian cysts. But instead of healing, she was pumped with steroids for six straight years — without clear answers. Her body began to swell uncontrollably. Her blood pressure skyrocketed. Her mental health crumbled. And by the time someone realized it was Cushing Syndrome, the damage was already deep.
She’s undergone 14 surgeries, lived through near-death scares, and faced brutal fat-shaming from the same system that failed her. One doctor mocked her: “You’re becoming too fat o!” Another shunned her : “You complain too much, leave my office!”
This is not just her story. It’s a warning to every Nigerian patient.
Because if it can happen to Omoshalewa, it can happen to anyone.
Learn how to spot the signs of misdiagnosis.
Understand what Cushing Syndrome really is.
Know your rights as a patient before it’s too late.
If you would like to support Omoshalewa, kindly donate here: https://gofund.me/dcab0f68
⚠️ Trigger warning: This story contains references to suicidal thoughts. Viewer discretion advised.
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- Published3 July 2025 at 23:00 UTC
