Reclaiming Her Joy – from Mayo Clinic
I never imagined I’d become the poster girl for paraneoplastic syndrome, but since it is such a rare condition, and rarer still to live with it as long as I have, I’ve become somewhat notable in the world of rare conditions. Last October I posted an article from Mayo Clinic on my blog, and now I am the subject of a “patient spotlight” article from Mayo Clinic Laboratories. It’s a wonderful article, informative and interesting. I can’t believe that it’s been 9 years since my diagnosis. I am forever grateful to Mayo for doggedly testing and researching until they identified my issue and for sticking by me to keep me going.
A tenacious fighter, Joy Carol never lost hope that a mysterious condition that had stripped her of her ability to move would be identified. Hope turned into reality when a Mayo Clinic Laboratories test identified the cause of her illness and opened the door to successful treatment.
Read the whole article from Mayo Clinic Laboratories here
WE THANK OUR FATHER IN HEAVEN FOR YOUR PROGRESS.
MAY GOD BLESS YOU AND KEEP WALKING WITH YOU ON YOUR JOURNEY.
WE LOVE YOU.
How amazing are you and the team the Lord provides for your care. Hugs and prayers of thanksgiving, Kathleen
Gee, I sure do remember those frightening and hard times here in NYC, Joy. I am just so happy that you are doing so well and that you still have your amazing spirit and energy! All the best. JCS
I am so grateful to read your incredibly miraculous history, having watched your fast demise with horror and a sense of total helplessness. But then, thanks be to God, you found the right doctor and the right clinic to turn things around. All of that, coupled with your incredible spirit and profound faith, led to healing beyond what anyone could imagine! And I suspect that your case is helping Mayo Clinic and so many others with clues to new healing processes. Thank you for your courage and faith! You are your own carol of joy!!! Sending hugs and continued blessings and prayers, Vicki+
Dear Joy Carol, what an inspiring woman you are. God Bless you.