Diagnosed and Overwhelmed

Diagnosed and Overwhelmed: LaShawnda's Story

Months of fatigue, joint pain, and hair loss, and no answers. LaShawnda, a mother of four and a dental assistant, had always been the one who never got sick, so when her body changed, she knew something was wrong.

In this episode, Fatimah talks with LaShawnda about what it takes to be heard when doctors can't find the cause. She shares how she researched her own symptoms, brought her findings to her care team, and kept pushing until she got a diagnosis. She talks about the mix of relief and "why now?" that came with it, and what it's like to take medication every day when you never had to before.

If you're in the stretch before a diagnosis, or just after one, this conversation is for you.

You can find LaShawnda Bowman on Instagram and Facebook as LaShawnda Bowman.