Linda Ronstadt was originally diagnosed with Parkinson's, but later was told it is PSP, another Parkinsonism. It took away her ability to sing.

It’s hard because we mostly look the same on the outside, so I find that people I know who are aware of my diagnosis will comment that I look good, not sick. I’m glad I don’t look how I feel inside! My laughing comment to them is usually suggesting that they work hard on their upper body strength so they can push me uphill if I’m ever confined to a wheelchair!

I actually think that all premed students need to shadow those Drs who are known to be compassionate and willing to listen. I am fortunate to have an incredible Dr right now who is also teaching. He looks you in the eye instead of typing on his computer and ignores how long he may need to spend with each patient. He has even called me at home after hours to see how I was doing. This is what the medical field needs. My nephew is currently in his first year of pre-med and I have emphasized to him how important true communication really is.
🌈TheaD

Melissa I think it’s that way for most chronic illnesses. When I was in a lupus support group most women had waited years to be diagnosed. I was so fortunate to have a family Dr that was an excellent diagnostician and it only took 3 visits and a simple blood test to confirm. Most Drs think everything is all in a woman’s imagination.They need better training on listening skills and less attitude of knowing it all!
🌈TheaD

I love you TeresaBaker3 🥰
If .,,....WHeN I get the long threatened book written.., your name will be in the thanks to chapter ☺️