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Division of Pulmonary and Sleep Medicine Patient Stories

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A Breath of Fresh Air: Ada’s Story

Ada, 6, was healthy when she was born. She hit her early milestones with ease. As soon as Ada turned one, however, her health suddenly took a turn for the worse.

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Neuroendocrine Tumor: Peyton’s Story

After being diagnosed with a rare type of tumor in her airway, Peyton came to CHOP for surgery that successfully saved part of her right lung.

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Bronchus Tumor: Bennett’s Story

Bennett’s breathing easy after the tumor blocking his lung was removed not with surgery, but with cutting-edge techniques, treatments and trial medication.

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Chronic Lung Disease: Leila’s Story

Born at 26 weeks, Leila’s lungs failed to develop. Specialty care during her CHOP stay and after helped her breathe on her own and her family cope.

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Interstitial Lung Disease: Jacob’s Story

CHOP’s diagnosis and treatment of a rare lung disease solved a medical mystery for Jacob. Shared care with his Virginia pulmonologist is keeping him healthy.

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Chronic Lung Disease: Ethan’s Story

While doctors at CHOP helped Ethan’s premature lungs develop, other staff helped his family manage the stress of having a sick newborn.

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