A type of infection common in immune-compromised patients who are unable to fight off microbes that do not normally cause disease in humans.
« Back to Glossary IndexNews
Related News
It took me weeks to come to terms with the fact that there were no easy answers. I couldn't change the past or the diagnosis, so I focused on educating myself and becoming Tinslee's biggest advocate. We underwent all the necessary tests, scans, and procedures, and spent a year going in for lab work and check-ups.
People with rare diseases like FA often rely on a combination of healthcare programs and insurance coverage. Any change that reduces access to care or increases out-of-pocket costs can have real-world consequences for our community.
If you asked me for a defining memory of our journey, it might surprise you. Some of my most cherished moments were the long hospital stays — the time I got to spend one-on-one with Hunsley, free from the distractions of the world.