I just started binging this podcast after sending in a sample for DNA test for vEDS. I’ve suspected a connective tissue disorder ever since for ever but especially after researching the cause of a bilateral vertebral artery dissection after… existing? No bungee cord jumping, no football, no car accident, just minding my own business.
Doctors said no, you don’t have Marfan’s. Yup, this is true. I finally found doctors who agreed with me and noted there are EDS subtypes and I have many of the signs and symptoms of EDS.
Listening to the stories that are so similar to my own is so validating. Katie is so good at interviewing! She is kind, gentle, and empathetic. She asks just the right questions too.
Even if my DNA results are negative for vEDS (OMG, if not vEDS, then what!?) I think I will still listen to this podcast, it is very educational and interesting. I think it’s helpful for anyone with any chronic health conditions.
Keep up the great work Katie! Or, don’t if you don’t want to, or can’t. That’s okay too, just keep being you though okay? Just know that what you are doing here is meaningful.
