ABOUT THIS EPISODE
What happens when severe inflammatory arthritis takes away the life you love—and you’re afraid to hope that things can get better?
In this powerful patient story, Anna shares her journey from debilitating joint pain and years of uncertainty to a diagnosis of spondyloarthritis, treatment, and finally feeling like herself again.
She went from struggling to hold her son to boxing, dancing, taking long walks, and preparing for a trip to Peru. Most importantly, she says, “My life is back.”
Anna also opens up about why hope became scary, the importance of being truly listened to, and what she would tell someone who feels like they’ve run out of options.
A story about inflammatory arthritis, diagnosis, remission, patient advocacy, and the possibility of reclaiming your life.
What happens when severe inflammatory arthritis takes away the life you love—and you’re afraid to hope that things can get better?
In this powerful patient story, Anna shares her journey from debilitating joint pain and years of uncertainty to a diagnosis of spondyloarthritis, treatment, and finally feeling like herself again.
She went from struggling to hold her son to boxing, dancing, taking long walks, and preparing for a trip to Peru. Most importantly, she says, “My life is back.”
Anna also opens up about why hope became scary, the importance of being truly listened to, and what she would tell someone who feels like they’ve run out of options.
A story about inflammatory arthritis, diagnosis, remission, patient advocacy, and the possibility of reclaiming your life.
