In this episode of the Desperate for a Diagnosis podcast, host Laura Nozicka welcomes Nika Beamon, an accomplished writer and producer in New York City. Nika shares her inspirational story of navigating nearly three decades of misdiagnosed symptoms and her relentless pursuit of a diagnosis. From experiencing spontaneous fevers and joint pain in her college years to being diagnosed with a rare autoimmune disease, IgG4-related disease, Nika discusses her journey, the impact on her life, and how she turned her struggles into a message of advocacy. The conversation also delves into her advocacy work, her achievements in journalism, and the importance of being your own health advocate. With a mix of humor and resilience, Nika's story is a testament to living life fully despite chronic illness.
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