My pets are vital to helping me manage my disease, mental health
I’m in bed, and it’s hours after I am supposed to have gotten up. The blanket feels heavier than usual and the burden of the day is overwhelming. I have things to do and…
Noura Costany (they/them) is a writer from Queens, New York. They were originally diagnosed with cyclical Cushing’s disease in 2020, and their pituitary adenoma recurrence was confirmed in 2022. Noura is hoping the column “Chronically Yours” will help spread the word about cyclical Cushing’s disease, create an online community for those struggling with chronic illnesses, and bring light to inequality that is often overlooked in healthcare systems. You can catch Noura on TikTok and Youtube @chronicallyyours_.
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