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Erica lives in Ottawa, Ontario and describes herself as a nurse, a doula, a student, a mother, a public speaker, and a disability advocate. Erica has a disability known as Myasthenia Gravis. If you have not heard of this rare neurological disease, you are likely not alone. You will need to listen to Erica describe her diagnosis, as it is as unique in all individuals as snowflakes are unique. Some of the symptoms of her condition are chronic fatigue and sensitivity to the cold. Her condition can also react differently depending on the weather. She has spent many occasions where she became bedridden. Erica has also started a podcast with her friend Susie Schwartz called: 'I See You, the Podcast'. Wonder if you are the only one crawling through the cracks of this ableist world? Well, you aren't. If you spend more time with the medical system than your friends (or love someone who does) this podcast is for you.

Myasthenia gravis - Symptoms and causes - Mayo Clinic

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We are honored to have a very special guest with us today. Dr. Joel Gagnon has taken time out of his busy schedule to talk about his work as a Vascular Surgeon. You expect to have a unique relationship with your surgeon, sometimes you may only have one or two visits or encounters with them, but Steve has had multiple procedures done by Dr. Gagnon. He is very challenged by his field of surgery and is always researching new 'tricks & tips' to learn to make improvements in his procedures. Dr. Gagnon started out in General Surgery, but he liked the complexity and sense of urgency of vascular surgery. This is a very interesting conversation; Dr. Gagnon shares a lot of fascinating information. And who knew that Steve and Dr. Gagnon (and Albert Einstein) would have something else in common, in their shared interest and curiosity in history! Thank you, Dr. Gagnon.

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In this episode, the patient is someone who was referred to by a Doctor as a 'Ticking Time Bomb'. In other words, you may have another medical emergency, without warning, but it has been suggested that you just get on with your life and good luck. When you have had a previous medical emergency, it's probably a good idea to have screening and appointments done on a predetermined basis to make sure your health is still in check and not deteriorating. The patient usually knows their own body and state of health, and to be aware of signs that medical attention may be necessary. Sometimes it may also be a good idea to get a second or third opinion; especially if you question the medical advice that you have been given. This episode is a personal journey of one person and is not meant to give advice or to use someone else's medical opinion for your own situation.