TED: What happens when you have a disease doctors can't diagnose | Jennifer Brea

Jennifer Brea shares her journey from being a healthy PhD student to living with myalgic encephalomyelitis (ME), commonly known as chronic fatigue syndrome. She discusses the challenges of being misdiagnosed, the historical context of hysteria, and the gender biases in medicine. Despite the lack of research and support, she finds hope in emerging scientific discoveries and the resilience of the patient community. Brea emphasizes the need for change in medical research and the importance of listening to patient stories.

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