What is FDMAS? FDMAS stands for Fibrous Dysplasia / McCune–Albright Syndrome. It’s a spectrum of a rare genetic condition caused by a post-zygotic (mosaic or in-utero) mutation in the GNAS gene. What it is Fibrous Dysplasia (FD): Normal bone is replaced by fibrous (scar-like) tissue, making bones weaker, prone to deformity, pain, or fracture. It […]
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Expert-Backed Resources For Spoonies to Share with Your Doctors, Friends, and Family Who Think You’re Overly Cautious Talking with other Spoonies, like my friend in Australia who is struggling with particularly vicious Long Covid, I realized that it’s past time for me to post some helpful resources for spoonies. With COVID-19 long off most healthy
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In the past few days I’ve tried my best to avoid politics, news, and anything else that provokes panic. Instead of doomscrolling, I’ve watched hours of Terry Pratchett’s Discworld series (delightful and available free on Prime right now), calmly researched my newest diagnosis from the cardiologist, and focused on living in the moment, not thinking
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Vintage fashion continues to captivate style enthusiasts like me, blending nostalgia with timeless elegance. Among vintage accessories, hats are particularly iconic, reflecting the essence of different eras while adding a unique touch to any outfit…and it’s much more likely that a vintage hat will fit you than a vintage dress or shirt (as I’ve found
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How Did an Oklahoman’s Retro Fedora End Up in a Nicaraguan volcano in the first place? My husband Don and I attended a meteorologist friend’s wedding that took place on top of Masaya Volcano National Park in Nicaragua–in fact, the bride’s father had the entire park shut down for the ceremony, angering several tourists who
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https://youtu.be/ZoMMu1_i9Gw Today was the first day I put on a little makeup (some powder foundation) and some mascara since before surgery. Also, I won an Apple Watch from Oklahoma Chronic Magazine by posting some of my purchased medicine to Instagram and tagging the relevant dispensary for each photo (where I got the medicine)…next month’s promotion
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https://youtu.be/kaMS_hTKblg Yep, I’m scared to get my head wet after a recent craniotomy to remove an egg-sized fibrous dysplasia near my ear and jaw (benign, so NO cancer detected!). I’m really afraid of fainting and potentially hitting my head so soon after surgery (just under 2 weeks since I was under the knife for about
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https://youtu.be/Zpe3XUG6fHY For the newest update video, please click on the video above. Video Transcript: “Hi everyone! It’s only a few more days until Neo levels up and leaves the matrix for good. I’ve been cleared for surgery after last week’s and yesterday’s pre-op tests so finishing some light cleaning around the house and trying to
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https://youtu.be/5IQDzgEQ9O8 See the above video for the latest news about scheduling the craniotomy. Video Transcript: Hi everyone. This morning was rough–got up really early, took Don to go get his surgery so his kneecap is back in place. Everything’s good, he’s recovering well after surgery and he’s gonna be up and walking before you know
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See the video above for the latest news. Video transcript According to Ashley–Dr. Dunn’s nurse–the final paperwork to approve my replacement skull flap is on Dr. Dunn’s desk, ready for signing. She is also coordinating with the three surgeons to find a date that works for all three. Once the surgeons agree on a date
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