Division of Neurology Patient Stories
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Thymectomy for Myasthenia Gravis: Michaela’s Story
Diagnosed with myasthenia gravis, which causes eye drooping and double vision, Michaela is grateful for the team at CHOP for helping her see the world with both eyes wide open.
Genetic Testing for Epilepsy Helped Ryan Be the Rambunctious Kid He Is Today
After years of uncertainty, genetic testing for epilepsy helped identify the cause of Ryan’s seizures. With this breakthrough, he’s now nearly seizure free.
Autoimmune Encephalitis: Kayla’s Long Journey to Diagnosis and Recovery
Bewildering symptoms, both physical and behavioral, brought Kayla to CHOP and led to a diagnosis of autoimmune encephalitis, a rare disease when a person’s immune system attacks their brain.
Responsive Neurostimulation for Epilepsy: AJ’s Story
AJ’s life was relatively uncomplicated until age 14, when he began to experience unpredictable seizures and received a life-changing diagnosis of epilepsy. Thanks to the combination of a small, battery-powered device surgically implanted into his brain and an oral medication, he is now seizure-free.
Brain Surgery for Epilepsy: Emily's Story
State-of-the-art brain surgery at CHOP reduced Emily’s seizures from 90 per day to zero — it's been life changing for her and her family.
Diagnosed with Multiple Sclerosis as a Teen: Hannah's Story
Faced with an MS diagnosis at 16, Hannah works with her team of neurologists at Children’s Hospital of Philadelphia to manage her disease and stay physically active.
Prenatal Diagnosis and Monitoring of Arteriovenous Malformation: Idris' Story
When doctors found bleeding on her unborn son’s brain, Sandrine turned to pediatric neurologists and fetal medicine experts at Children’s Hospital of Philadelphia.
Ketogenic Diet to Control Seizures: Kayla’s Story
With support from CHOP’s Dietary Treatment Program, Kayla is following a modified ketogenic diet and living her busy teenage life seizure-free.
Seizures, Cerebral Palsy & Congenital Hydrocephalus: Evan's Story
This holiday season is extra special to Evan's mom: her 7-year-old survived a life-threatening medical emergency and is now home with his family.
Scarlett’s Story: Acute Flaccid Myelitis
A rare condition left 2-year-old Scarlett unable to move her right arm. Treatment from experts at CHOP has helped her regain function and hope for the future.