@chronicallysic

I started showing symptoms at 5 years old. At 23 I have 6 diagnosed conditions. #DisabilityHasNoAgeRequirement

@JezkaSeesink

I now get Remicade infusions every 6 weeks to help keep my UC in remission and manage my chronic pain. Some infusions take better than others. I still have pain but it is slightly more manageable. My UC is controlled with many medications.

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@JezkaSeesink

Had digestive issues my whole life growing up. They really came to a head when my gallbladder was removed; that's when UC became prominent. With UC came chronic pain; it affected every one of my joints and I was only 22.

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@JezkaSeesink

My Ulcerative Colitis caused the inflammation in my body to skyrocket; my body literally attacks itself in an effort to try and heal it. Normal C-Reactive protein counts are less than 10mg; mine was almost 20mg on a good day

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@JezkaSeesink

I have to use a cane at times because it was so hard for me to walk or stand without assistance. On transit people look at me accusingly like I'm faking the need for a cane or won't let me have a seat to help me.

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@analgesicsleep

I’m 34 and (pre-pandemic)I’ve been riding paratransit for 10 yrs, and like clockwork, at least once a day,I hear from drivers and other passengers that I’m “too young” to need this service/my wheelchair&Rollator/be disabled. #DisabilityHasNoAgeRequirement

@wanderinggstars

Wasn't diagnosed with ADHD until i was in my junior year of college and 20 years old. I spent my entire high school years thinking I was depressed. Knowing how my brain works helps me create achievable goals and change the standards I give myself. #DisabilityHasNoAgeRequirement

@PeachyLeasi

I'm only 24 and have had these symptoms since I was 12 please someone help me i want to help myself before it's too late and have a chance to start living one day #DisabilityHasNoAgeRequirement