Case #28: Ian

About this episode

Ian Stedman and his family search for answers to their long-standing health issues after his daughter is born with similar symptoms.

Ian Stedman suffered 32 years with full body rashes, debilitating headaches, joint pain and hearing loss without a clear diagnosis. His Mother Barb had gone over 60 years with the same symptoms. After hundreds of doctors visits and decades of frustration - they had resigned to believe there were no answers. That is until Ian’s daughter, Lia was born covered in that all-too-recognizable rash. Ian re-ignited his search for answers in an effort to save his family.  We want to hear from you! Share your own medical mystery or tell us about the episode you connected with the most at Symptomatic@iheartmedia.com or drop us a voice note at https://www.speakpipe.com/Symptomatic .    DISCLAIMER: By submitting your voice note using the link provided, you acknowledge that we have permission to potentially include that audio in future content.   *  *  *  *  *  * ****** SPOILER ALERT BELOW ******   You can learn more about the Canadian Autoinflammatory Network at www.autoinflammatory.ca SickKids CA can be found online at www.sickkids.ca See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

People in this episode

Guest: Ian Stedman

Topics covered

• medical mystery
• chronic illness
• family health
• diagnosis journey
• autoimmune disorders

Keywords

• rashes
• headaches
• joint pain
• hearing loss
• diagnosis
• family health
• medical mystery

Mentioned in this episode

Organizations: Canadian Autoinflammatory Network, SickKids CA

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