Her medical condition stumped doctors for years. Now, she has answers
Kyla Madonna Kenney experienced a mysterious medical condition for years, with symptoms including tremors, migraines, and spinning sensations, before being diagnosed with functional neurological disorder by Dr. David Perez. Kenney's case highlights the challenges of diagnosing this condition and the consequences of siloing medicine.
Kyla Madonna Kenney woke up one morning to find her world turned upside down, experiencing spinning sensations, severe migraines, and tremors on one side of her body. The symptoms lasted for days, and for years afterwards, doctors asked her about stress, anxiety, and potential therapy. Kenney underwent unnecessary surgeries and took medications before being diagnosed with functional neurological disorder by Dr. David Perez, a neurologist and psychiatrist. Dr. Perez provided the right treatment for her condition. Functional neurological disorder is a top reason people seek out neurologists, yet it remains largely unknown. The condition highlights the consequences of siloing medicine.
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