Podcasts about Medical Mysteries

This story is a fan favorite from MrBallen's Medical Mysteries.In September 2007, a meteor strike leaves a massive crater in the high Peruvian desert, drawing curiosity seekers from miles around. Shortly after, people from the nearby town of Carancas start becoming violently ill. Some residents fear a curse has befallen them, but the truth might be much more frightening.Listen Now: Wondery.fm/MBMMFor 100s more stories like this one, check out my YouTube channel just called "MrBallen" -- https://www.youtube.com/c/MrBallenIf you want to reach out to me, contact me on Instagram, Twitter or any other major social media platform, my username on all of them is @MrBallenSee Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

If you've been struggling with health issues, mystery symptoms, or feeling like something's off—but no one can give you answers—this episode is for you. I'm sharing how Spirit helped me uncover a lifelong health issue I didn't even know I had, and how those intuitive nudges led to real-world clarity and peace. You'll hear how spiritual guidance, signs, and inner knowing can sometimes reveal what labs and doctors miss. If you're searching for answers, feeling dismissed, or wondering how your intuition fits into your healing journey, this episode will help you feel seen—and maybe even spark the breakthrough you've been waiting for. Link to narcolepsy/seizure closure: https://heather-danielle.mykajabi.com/podcasts/the-spiritual-af-life/episodes/2147780430 Work with me for 3 months & get 3 readings:https://heather-danielle.mykajabi.com/QQreadings GRAB YOUR FREE SPIRITUAL AF PROMPTS HERE: Spiritual AF ChatGPT Prompts – Grab your discounted Past Life Reading here: https://bookwithheather.as.me/?appointmentType=66067262 Episode Takeaways: The FREE Spiritual AF Library is here:The Spiritual AF Library (therealheatherdanielle.com) New link to my book, Anxiety to Angel here: https://amzn.to/4aNVL39 Be sure to SUBSCRIBE to this podcast so you don't miss out! Join us for Coffee & Cards for free mini readings every Sunday at 9AM EST. All readings and discussions presented in this podcast are for entertainment purposes only. The content shared does not serve as professional advice, and any predictions or insights provided should not be interpreted as factual, legal, or medical guidance. The opinions expressed are those of the host and guests and are not intended to diagnose, treat, or advise on any personal matters. By listening to this podcast, you agree to hold Heather Danielle and any associated parties harmless from any potential consequences related to the information shared. Please visit therealheatherdanielle.com for full disclaimers and further terms of use. Keep in touch! Connect With Heather Danielle Psychic Medium Website: https://therealheatherdanielle.com Facebook Page: https://www.facebook.com/riseintoyourpower Facebook Group: https://www.facebook.com/groups/riseintoyourpower Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/spiritual_af_heatherdanielle/ Email: info@therealheatherdanielle.com

From hearing your own blood and battling endless earworms to noseless societies, double-faced men, and the deadly myths of virgin cures, tonight we dive deep into the eerie, bizarre, and tragic extremes of the human body.Download The FREE PDF For This Episode's WORD SEARCH Puzzle:https://weirddarkness.com/AnatomicalAnomaliesGet the Darkness Syndicate version of #WeirdDarkness: https://weirddarkness.com/syndicateDISCLAIMER: Ads heard during the podcast that are not in my voice are placed by third party agencies outside of my control and should not imply an endorsement by Weird Darkness or myself. *** Stories and content in Weird Darkness can be disturbing for some listeners and intended for mature audiences only. Parental discretion is strongly advised.IN THIS EPISODE: A woman in Scotland has never heard silence. Not because of the noise around her – but because of the noise in her! (Never a Moment of Silence) *** We've all had a song stuck in our heads – but one woman has had the same song playing on a loop in her brain for the past four years, non-stop. (The Ear Worm) *** From too much noise – to none at all. We'll meet Ezekiel Eads, a man who had no ears and learned to hear the outside world through his mouth! (The Man With No Ears) *** Syphilis is a nasty disease, especially when it eats your nose. But that doesn't mean you can't have a social life, as many noseless have learned from personal experience. (The No Noses Club) *** Is it possible that it's better to have no nose at all than to have an extremely long one? We'll look at a real-life Pinocchio named Thomas Wedders with a giant proboscis! (A Short Story About a Long Nose) *** Imagine living through life with two and a half faces. No, not like a politician – that's simply two-faced. I mean living with two noses and three eyes. You're either an extraterrestrial, or you are William Durks. (Two-And-A-Half Faces) *** What exactly is so alluring about those who cherish virginity? Is it about virtue or is it about something else? (Virginity Tests and Cures)CHAPTERS & TIME STAMPS (All Times Approximate and Only Accurate For the Commercial Version)…00:00:00.000 = Show Open00:02:27.670 = Never a Moment of Silence00:07:01.991 = The Ear Worm00:11:51.821 = The Man Without Ears00:14:08.540 = The No Nose Club00:18:05.818 = A Short Story About a Long Nose00:22:09.493 = Two And a Half Faces00:27:34.061 = Virginity Tests and Cures00:41:49.276 = Show Close00:43:17.359 = BloopersSOURCES AND RESOURCES FROM THE EPISODE…BOOK: “American Sideshow: An Encyclopedia of History's Most Wondrous and Curiously Strange Performers” by Marc Harzman: https://amzn.to/3QGMCC5BOOK: “The Butchering Art: Joseph Lister's Quest to Transform the Grisly World of Victorian Medicine” by Lindsey Fitzharris: https://amzn.to/441Devz“Never a Moment of Silence” by Marco Margaritoff for All That's Interesting: https://tinyurl.com/y4khaqea“The Ear Worm” by Facts Verse: http://www.factsverse.com“The Man With No Ears” by Marc Hartzman for Weird Historian: https://tinyurl.com/ssoc693“The No Noses Club” by Marc Hartzman for Weird Historian: https://tinyurl.com/u24bd5d“A Short Story About a Long Nose” by Marc Hartzman for Weird Historian: https://tinyurl.com/wkqnc3q“Two and a Half Faces” by Marc Hartzman for Weird Historian: https://tinyurl.com/sflhcqn,https://tinyurl.com/umb3fo5“Virginity Tests and Cures” by B.B. Wagner for Ancient Origins: https://tinyurl.com/y6rwcy6h=====(Over time links seen above may become invalid, disappear, or have different content. I always make sure to give authors credit for the material I use whenever possible. If I somehow overlooked doing so for a story, or if a credit is incorrect, please let me know and I will rectify it in these show notes immediately. Some links included above may benefit me financially through qualifying purchases.)= = = = ="I have come into the world as a light, so that no one who believes in me should stay in darkness." — John 12:46= = = = =WeirdDarkness® is a registered trademark. Copyright ©2025, Weird Darkness.=====Originally aired: August 2020EPISODE PAGE at WeirdDarkness.com (includes list of sources): https://weirddarkness.com/AnatomicalAnomaliesTAGS: rare medical conditions, ear disorders, tinnitus stories, musical hallucinations, body oddities, strange medical cases, human anomalies, sideshow history, Ripley's Believe It or Not, freakshow performers, medical mysteries, Edward Mordrake, virginity myths, virginity tests, virgin cure myth, historical medical practices, strange true stories, creepy human body stories, weird history, bizarre true tales, Weird Darkness podcast, Darren Marlar, eerie podcast episodes

Send us a textIn this episode of “The UMB Pulse,” we hear from Deborah Shlian, MD '72, MBA, an accomplished alumna of the University of Maryland School of Medicine.   Shlian shares her career journey from being a medical doctor to becoming a successful writer in the medical thriller genre. She discusses her early inspirations, partnership with her husband, Joel, and their collaborative ventures in both medicine and writing.   The conversation explores her transition to running a medical management consulting firm, establishing a niche in physician executive searches, and ultimately retiring to focus on her passion for writing. The episode also highlights her contributions to nonfiction literature, especially in spotlighting women leaders in STEM fields.00:00 Introduction to Dr. Deborah Shlian02:25 Early Life and Medical Education03:35 Career in Medical Management10:11 Transition to Writing11:40 Writing Medical Thrillers20:23 Women in STEM and Leadership26:44 Challenges and Future Projects32:19 Advice for Aspiring Physicians and Writers35:22 Conclusion and Final ThoughtsListen to The UMB Pulse on Apple, Spotify, Amazon Music, and wherever you like to listen. The UMB Pulse is also now on YouTube.Visit our website at umaryland.edu/pulse or email us at umbpulse@umaryland.edu.

Just a reminder the legendary Chuck Norris is a whopping 84 years old and yet has MORE energy than most of us — he discovered he could create dramatic changes to his health simply focusing on 3 things that sabotage our body as we age. Watch his method by clicking the link in the description box here: http://ChuckDefense.com/Fly Just a reminder the legendary Chuck Norris is a whopping 84 years old and yet has MORE energy than most of us — he discovered he could create dramatic changes to his health simply focusing on 3 things that sabotage our body as we age. Watch his method by clicking the link in the description box here: http://ChuckDefense.com/Flyhttp://ChuckDefense.com/Fly Today at 11:11 am CST, on the Flyover Conservatives show we are tackling the most important things going on RIGHT NOW from a Conservative Christian perspective!  Today at 11:11 am CST, on the Flyover Conservatives show we are tackling the most important things going on RIGHT NOW from a Conservative Christian perspective!  TO WATCH ALL FLYOVER CONSERVATIVES SHOWS - https://flyover.live/show/flyoverTO WATCH ALL FLYOVER CONSERVATIVES SHOWS - https://flyover.live/show/flyoverTO WATCH ALL FLYOVER CONTENT: www.flyover.liveTO WATCH ALL FLYOVER CONTENT: www.flyover.liveTo Schedule A Time To Talk To Dr. Dr. Kirk Elliott Go To To Schedule A Time To Talk To Dr. Dr. Kirk Elliott Go To ▶ https://flyovergold.com▶ https://flyovergold.comOr Call 720-605-3900 Or Call 720-605-3900 ► Receive your FREE 52 Date Night Ideas Playbook to make date night more exciting, go to www.prosperousmarriage.com► Receive your FREE 52 Date Night Ideas Playbook to make date night more exciting, go to www.prosperousmarriage.comwww.prosperousmarriage.comJonathan OttoSend us a message... we can't reply, but we read them all!Support the show► ReAwaken America- text the word FLYOVER to 918-851-0102 (Message and data rates may apply. Terms/privacy: 40509-info.com) ► Kirk Elliott PHD - http://FlyoverGold.com ► My Pillow - https://MyPillow.com/Flyover ► ALL LINKS: https://sociatap.com/FlyoverConservatives

Andre Bennett, 59-year-old photographer recently returned from Africa, shows up to his doctor with a rash, fatigue, sore throat, and headache. The location of the rash makes this case seem cut and dry... but is it? Halfway through, his doctor starts to change course. Would you?This Medical Mystery Case is accredited for 0.5 hours of FREE continuing education credit for physicians, nurses, and laboratory professionals. By the time participants have completed listening to the podcast and viewing the accompanying materials at OnMedicalGrounds.com, they will be able to address the following Learning Objectives:Learning ObjectivesAssess real-life challenges with HSV/VZV diagnosis.Integrate information on lesion analysis and improved diagnostic techniques.Identify and describe benefits of multiplex testing to improve outcomes.To receive credit for this program, please visit the link below, review the slides and links, and click CME/CE to fill out an evaluation and get your certificate.The Over ExposureThis continuing medical education program was supported by QuidelOrtho.This podcast was planned and developed by Medavera for release on the On Medical Grounds podcast. Voice actorsNarrator: Jane Caldwell, PhDPlane Captain: Jack MurphyAndre Bennett:  Kyle StewartNurse Sam:  Jesse AdamDr. Chandra Johnson: Indasa ButlerNo voice actors, planners, or developers have disclosures to declare or mitigate for this educational program.Visit us at OnMedicalGrounds.com for more podcasts or download our app! You can subscribe through your podcast platform, our website, or follow us on social media for podcast updates and medical news. Some of our podcasts offer FREE CME/CE credits.LinkTreeBlueSkyLinkedInInstagram

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SHOW #1482 Katherine's Healing Powers, Glenda's Medical Mystery, Rehearsal, EPSTEIN LIST, Church Fundraiser, and More

Dr. Alec Yu is a PGY-4 resident doing his Rheumatology subspecialty training at the University of British Columbia in Vancouver. He has a particular interest in inner city health.

This story is a fan favorite from MrBallen's Medical Mysteries.One night in 1944, over 300 patients at a mental hospital in Oregon become violently sick after eating dinner. Many of them die. An investigation is quickly launched to determine the source of this deadly illness. Was there something wrong with the food itself? Or could it have been the work of a deranged killer?Listen Now: Wondery.fm/MBMMFor 100s more stories like this one, check out my YouTube channel just called "MrBallen" -- https://www.youtube.com/c/MrBallenIf you want to reach out to me, contact me on Instagram, Twitter or any other major social media platform, my username on all of them is @MrBallenSee Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

Join us as we delve into the medical mystery at Riverside General Hospital and Gloria Ramirez's Story. We'll discuss Gloria and her death as well as the mysterious injuries sustained by emergency room staff. Join our Reddit community: https://www.reddit.com/r/truecreepspodcast/s/JVToI0ykGEJoin our Facebook group here: https://www.facebook.com/groups/449439969638764A special thank you to our jam thief, Mary Quiton!https://www.patreon.com/truecreepshttps://www.truecreeps.com/shopwww.truecreeps.comHave an episode idea or a question about a case? Submit them here: https://www.truecreeps.com/ideasandquestionsTwitter @truecreepsInstagram @truecreepspodFacebook.com/truecreepspodEmail us at truecreepspod@gmail.comGloria Ramirez And The Mysterious Death Of The 'Toxic Lady'CASE OF 'TOXIC' WOMAN CLOSED WITH MYSTERY STILL UNSOLVEDAnalysis of a Toxic Death | Discover MagazineShocking story of 'Toxic Lady' who made doctors seriously ill by just visiting the room she was in - Health - LADbibleWoman at Core of Mystery Buried : Medicine: Gloria Ramirez is laid to rest two months after her death at a Riverside hospital, where fumes felled personnel. Her clergyman scolds the county for its handling of the case.LA Times ArticleA possible chemical explanation for the events associated with the death of Gloria Ramirez at Riverside General Hospital - PubMedCASE OF 'TOXIC' WOMAN CLOSED WITH MYSTERY STILL UNSOLVED - The Washington PostAnalysis of a Toxic Death | Discover MagazineDoctor Faults State Report On Faintings - The New York TimesWoman Buried, Mystery Lingers In Emergency Room Fumes Case - The New York TimesAfter Airtight Autopsy, Mystery Lingers in Case of Hospital Fumes - The New York TimesHospital Fumes That Hurt 6 Are Tied to Nerve Gas - The New York Times

One mothers shares her daughter's rare medical condition, along with her daughter's fighting spirit, and she navigates parenting a child with disabilities. Guest: Adriana Stallard

During the COVID pandemic, a boy starts experiencing sudden, inexplicable bursts of pain. At first, his symptoms seem psychological – but then doctors say he may need brain surgery to fix the problem. That's when the boy's mother turns to a cutting edge technology to help her figure out what's wrong with her son.Follow MrBallen's Medical Mysteries on Amazon Music or wherever you get your podcasts. New episodes publish for free every Tuesday. Prime members can binge episodes 65-72 early and ad-free on Amazon Music. Wondery+ subscribers can listen ad-free--join Wondery+ in the Wondery App or on Apple Podcasts. See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

Welcome back to another episode of The Jersey PodCats! In this installment, your hosts, Danielle Woolley and Elizabeth Gearhart, dive into the fascinating and sometimes challenging world of cat care. If you've ever faced fur-related mysteries, health concerns, or quirky cat behavior, this episode is for you. From Elizabeth's recent visit to the vet with Maxicat, who's dealing with persistent ear infections, to Danielle's adventures in fostering stray cats and managing a multi-cat household, they're serving up real-life anecdotes and advice that any cat lover can relate to. Join us as we explore medical mishaps, share tales from the rescue circuit, and celebrate the joys and trials that come with our feline companions. Whether you're a seasoned cat owner or an enthusiastic newbie in the cat world, grab a cozy spot with your purring pal, and let's get into all things cat!Of course we want to hear from you, we love chatting with pet parents, the more cat stories the better!  We dare you to top Danielle and Elizabeth with stories about weird and funny cat behavior!  We think we've seen it all, but maybe not...Find us online:  Visit http://thejerseypodcats.com, download and review the podcast episodes in your favorite podcast player or from http://thejerseypodcats.buzzsprout.com, and join our FaceBook group The Jersey PodCats Community here: https://www.facebook.com/groups/thejerseypodcats/The rescue organization that Danielle is involved with is www.tommyscatsnj.orgAnd the Passage to Profit website is https://passagetoprofitshow.com/#cats #catstories #cathealth #catfacts #catpodcast #daniellewoolley #elizabethgearhart #catrescue #catbehaviour #tommyscatsrescue #passagetoprofitshow #funnycats #catvideosSupport the showThe Jersey PodCatshttp://thejerseypodcats.comhttps://youtube.com/@thejerseypodcatshttps://instagram.com/thejerseypodcatshttps://m.facebook.com/groups/thejerseypodcatsDanielle Woolley danielle@thejerseypodcats.comElizabeth Gearhart elizabeth@thejerseypodcats.comTommy's Catshttp://tommyscatsnj.orgPassage to Profithttp://passagetoprofitshow.com

“A Clean Break” When a night out in Nepal leaves a tourist weak and hungover, he figures he'll feel better after some rest and rehydration. But his stomach pain becomes unbearable, and he heads to the hospital. That's when a doctor discovers a secret that the man didn't even know he had.“Look, Don't Touch”When dozens of children contract salmonella after visiting the Denver Zoo, doctors assume something there caused the outbreak. But when they investigate further, the answer turns out to be something that was supposed to be impossible.Follow MrBallen's Medical Mysteries on Amazon Music or wherever you get your podcasts. New episodes publish for free every Tuesday. Prime members can binge episodes 65-72 early and ad-free on Amazon Music. Wondery+ subscribers can listen ad-free--join Wondery+ in the Wondery App or on Apple Podcasts. See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

This story is a fan favorite from MrBallen's Medical Mysteries.In 2020, a career-driven young woman in Ohio begins to hallucinate strange sounds and feels phantom sensations in her body. She believes she's going insane. But the real reason is far more disturbing. Listen Now: Wondery.fm/MBMMFor 100s more stories like this one, check out my YouTube channel just called "MrBallen" -- https://www.youtube.com/c/MrBallenIf you want to reach out to me, contact me on Instagram, Twitter or any other major social media platform, my username on all of them is @MrBallenSee Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

SHOW #1452 Glenda's Medical Mystery, Pernid's Conspiracies, Katherine's Ego, and More

For his entire adult life, a successful businessman deals with a bizarre problem: whenever he bends over, he throws up. On top of that, he struggles with asthma-like symptoms. But no matter what techniques he tries or medicine he takes, the man can't shake his symptoms, sometimes with embarrassing results.Follow MrBallen's Medical Mysteries on Amazon Music or wherever you get your podcasts. New episodes publish for free every Tuesday. Prime members can binge episodes 65-72 early and ad-free on Amazon Music. Wondery+ subscribers can listen ad-free--join Wondery+ in the Wondery App or on Apple Podcasts. See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

When a recovering alcoholic nearly dies after falling down his basement stairs, it seems like the tragic result of alcohol withdrawal symptoms. But when he starts seeing people who are not there at his bedside, doctors realize the man has even bigger problems.Follow MrBallen's Medical Mysteries on Amazon Music or wherever you get your podcasts. New episodes publish for free every Tuesday. Prime members can binge episodes 65-72 early and ad-free on Amazon Music. Wondery+ subscribers can listen ad-free--join Wondery+ in the Wondery App or on Apple Podcasts. See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

“Just Like the Movies”A popcorn factory worker comes down with a painful, frightening rash on his arms – and then, he struggles to breathe. He and his wife are convinced something at his job is triggering these seemingly unconnected symptoms. But nobody believes them… until other workers start getting sick, too.“Headache from Hell”When a man in Orlando, Florida begins experiencing severe headaches, he figures it's the same chronic migraines he's dealt with for years. But this time, the pain won't go away, and it turns out he's dealing with something much more serious – and more revolting – than a headache. Follow MrBallen's Medical Mysteries on Amazon Music or wherever you get your podcasts. New episodes publish for free every Tuesday. Prime members can binge episodes 65-72 early and ad-free on Amazon Music. Wondery+ subscribers can listen ad-free--join Wondery+ in the Wondery App or on Apple Podcasts. See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

The parents and grandmother of an infant boy are beside themselves when the baby starts crying, and won't stop for hours on end. They know something has to be wrong, and they're skeptical when the doctor says it's just gas. As the boy weakens by the day, doctors realize that something is putting the baby's life in danger, but what?Follow MrBallen's Medical Mysteries on Amazon Music or wherever you get your podcasts. New episodes publish for free every Tuesday. Prime members can binge episodes 65-72 early and ad-free on Amazon Music. Wondery+ subscribers can listen ad-free--join Wondery+ in the Wondery App or on Apple Podcasts. See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

In the sweltering summer of 1518, Strasbourg fell victim to a madness that would haunt Europe's memory.

Following the birth of her second child, a woman comes down with what appears to be a serious case of the flu. Though she gets better, the illness comes back every six months or so, like clockwork. The symptoms get worse over the years, but her doctors are no help, pushing the woman to the limits of her endurance. Follow MrBallen's Medical Mysteries on Amazon Music or wherever you get your podcasts. New episodes publish for free every Tuesday. Prime members can binge episodes 65-72 early and ad-free on Amazon Music. Wondery+ subscribers can listen ad-free--join Wondery+ in the Wondery App or on Apple Podcasts. See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

A heroin user wakes up one morning, feeling strangely stiff. At first, his symptoms are mistaken for drug intoxication. But within days, the man is completely unable to move – and completely terrified. His doctors realize they're dealing with something much more serious than a bad trip, but they have no idea what.Follow MrBallen's Medical Mysteries on Amazon Music or wherever you get your podcasts. New episodes publish for free every Tuesday. Prime members can binge episodes 65-72 early and ad-free on Amazon Music. Wondery+ subscribers can listen ad-free--join Wondery+ in the Wondery App or on Apple Podcasts. See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

Introducing Case #25: Trent (Pt. 1) from Symptomatic: A Medical Mystery Podcast.Follow the show: Symptomatic: A Medical Mystery PodcastTrent was a vibrant and successful insurance assessor when his life took an unexpected turn. While working under a car, he sensed something was off. It wasn’t until later that day -- when his legs stopped responding while driving -- that the severity of the situation hit him. What followed was a baffling health crisis that turned his world upside down. With two newborn twins at home, Trent's sudden immobility brought his worst fears to life.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.DISCLAIMER: Please note, this is an independent podcast episode not affiliated with, endorsed by, or produced in conjunction with the host podcast feed or any of its media entities. The views and opinions expressed in this episode are solely those of the creators and guests. For any concerns, please reach out to team@podroll.fm.

The Undiagnosed Diseases Network (UDN) is a research study funded by the National Institutes of Health. Its purpose is to bring together clinical and research experts from across the United States to solve the most challenging medical mysteries using advanced technologies. Through this study, we hope to both help individual patients and families living with the burden of undiagnosed diseases and contribute to the understanding of how the human body works. Requirements for Online Application If you decide to apply for this study, you will need to answer a series of brief questions through our application portal, the UDN Gateway (link below), related to the following: Contact information Demographic information Healthcare provider information (name, address, phone, fax, email) Brief medical history questions Previous evaluations Travel limitations A study recommendation letter from a health care provider (for example, a specialist, primary care physician, nurse practitioner, or genetic counselor) is also necessary to submit the online application to the UDN. The letter must be written in English, signed, and on letterhead. A relative cannot write a letter. The study recommendation letter must include: A summary of the applicant's medical problems Date when symptoms were first noticed For pediatric patients: prenatal and birth history Previous diagnoses History of evaluations and testing History of treatments and medications Current medications Family history Healthcare provider's diagnostic impressions We have prepared a sheet of information for you to share with your provider, as well as a set of example study recommendation letters. Please provide us with a 1-page patient narrative telling us your story from your perspective. We will have received the letter from your referring provider, but the narrative may help the UDN understand your medical history directly from you. Sometimes photos help the UDN team better understand the symptoms the applicant is experiencing. If you would like to provide a narrative and/or photo, please upload it to the application. Help Desk Phone: 1-844-746-4836 email: UDNConnect.org For additional resources and more information about Visible you can find us here: Web: ⁠⁠⁠https://visiblenationaltrust.com/⁠⁠⁠ Podcast (ABC's of Disability Planning) - ⁠⁠⁠https://anchor.fm/abcs-disability-planning⁠⁠⁠ Waypoints - ⁠⁠⁠https://waypoints.substack.com/ --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/abcs-disability-planning/support

This story is a fan favorite from MrBallen's Medical Mysteries.On a hot September day in 1986, a family in Goiania, Brazil, suddenly begin feeling sick after a celebration. The symptoms are horrific: vomiting, diarrhea, and bleeding. But one family member suspects something far worse. Her hunch soon leads to a devastating discovery.Listen Now: Wondery.fm/MBMMFor 100s more stories like this one, check out my YouTube channel just called "MrBallen" -- https://www.youtube.com/c/MrBallenIf you want to reach out to me, contact me on Instagram, Twitter or any other major social media platform, my username on all of them is @MrBallenSee Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

No Reservations:A Spanish marathon runner develops a mysterious obsession with gourmet food. But what seems like an innocent new passion may be more dangerous than he thinks.The Game:After going through her normal morning routine, an otherwise healthy woman finds herself at death's door. In a mad rush to save the woman's life, her doctors try to understand why her body is suddenly shutting down with no explanation.Follow MrBallen's Medical Mysteries on Amazon Music or wherever you get your podcasts. New episodes publish for free every Tuesday. Prime members can binge episodes 57-64 early and ad-free on Amazon Music. Wondery+ subscribers can listen ad-free--join Wondery+ in the Wondery App or on Apple Podcasts.See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

A couple's young sons both experience sudden reversals in their physical development, leaving doctors scratching their heads. Nobody understands what's wrong, because on the surface, the boys seem perfectly fine. But to find the answer, they have to look much deeper.Follow MrBallen's Medical Mysteries on Amazon Music or wherever you get your podcasts. New episodes publish for free every Tuesday. Prime members can binge episodes 57-64 early and ad-free on Amazon Music. Wondery+ subscribers can listen ad-free--join Wondery+ in the Wondery App or on Apple Podcasts.See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

A mother is terrified when her five-year-old daughter suddenly develops obsessive compulsive disorder, that leaves her completely unable to eat. Desperate to save her child, the mother embarks on a heart-pounding quest to find an answer before it's too late.Follow MrBallen's Medical Mysteries on Amazon Music or wherever you get your podcasts. New episodes publish for free every Tuesday. Prime members can binge episodes 57-64 early and ad-free on Amazon Music. Wondery+ subscribers can listen ad-free--join Wondery+ in the Wondery App or on Apple Podcasts.See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

In the late 1700s, a doctor in the English countryside battles to save his village from the devastation of smallpox. Then, almost by accident, he stumbles upon a perplexing mystery that helps him revolutionize medicine forever.Follow MrBallen's Medical Mysteries on Amazon Music or wherever you get your podcasts. New episodes publish for free every Tuesday. Prime members can binge episodes 57-64 early and ad-free on Amazon Music. Wondery+ subscribers can listen ad-free--join Wondery+ in the Wondery App or on Apple Podcasts.See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

Godmother Knows Best: A 15-year-old girl develops mouth sores that are so painful, she can barely eat. Her mother takes her to every doctor imaginable, but nobody knows what's wrong. Ultimately, the answer doesn't come from an exam room, but from those who love her the most.The Game:A man in Australia has no idea what to do when his young son becomes violent and aggressive. It turns out the boy's blood is dangerously poisoned… and the cause is something nobody expected.Follow MrBallen's Medical Mysteries on Amazon Music or wherever you get your podcasts. New episodes publish for free every Tuesday. Prime members can binge episodes 57-64 early and ad-free on Amazon Music. Wondery+ subscribers can listen ad-free--join Wondery+ in the Wondery App or on Apple Podcasts.See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

After a young man suffers devastating injuries from a tornado, doctors race against the clock to save his life. But the real danger isn't from his wounds… it's what's inside them.Follow MrBallen's Medical Mysteries on Amazon Music or wherever you get your podcasts. New episodes publish for free every Tuesday. Prime members can binge episodes 57-64 early and ad-free on Amazon Music. Wondery+ subscribers can listen ad-free--join Wondery+ in the Wondery App or on Apple Podcasts.See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

A couple years ago, Abigail Keel started having debilitating attacks of vertigo. Once she got a diagnosis, the treatment seemed simple enough: reduce your salt intake to 1500 milligrams per day. But that change upended Abigail's life in ways she never expected, altering her relationship with food, and leading her to question the way we think about medical diets in the first place. After all that, would the treatment at least help her vertigo?The Sporkful production team includes Dan Pashman, Emma Morgenstern, Nora Ritchie, Jared O'Connell, and Giulia Leo, with production this week by Abigail Keel. Publishing by Shantel Holder and transcription by Emily Nguyen.Transcript available at www.sporkful.com.Right now, Sporkful listeners can get three months free of the SiriusXM app by going to siriusxm.com/sporkful. Get all your favorite podcasts, more than 200 ad-free music channels curated by genre and era, and live sports coverage with the SiriusXM app.

In her mid-20s and thriving in a fast-paced communications job, Mila Clarke began experiencing symptoms reminiscent of those her mom had managed with diabetes for years. However, as time went on, it became clear that this was different. Little did she know, her life was about to take a significant turn, leading her on an unexpected journey with a chronic illness she never saw coming.Support the show: https://www.steveharveyfm.com/See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

An ambitious college student has to put her life on hold when she starts experiencing debilitating stomach pain that leaves her dangerously unhealthy. Forced to feed herself through a tube, the young woman wonders if she'll ever be able to accomplish her dreams, or if she'll be stuck with this pain forever.Follow MrBallen's Medical Mysteries on Amazon Music or wherever you get your podcasts. New episodes publish for free every Tuesday. Prime members can binge episodes 57-64 early and ad-free on Amazon Music. Wondery+ subscribers can listen ad-free--join Wondery+ in the Wondery App or on Apple Podcasts.See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

“Faces Everywhere”A woman wakes up one morning to find terrifying faces floating above her. No matter how hard she tries to escape them, the faces follow her everywhere. But does the woman need a doctor – or an exorcism?“The Perfect Condition”When an elderly man with emphysema starts to have trouble breathing, it seems like his life is coming to an end. But his wife refuses to give up on him – and what the doctors find inside the man's chest is something straight out of an urban legend.Follow MrBallen's Medical Mysteries on Amazon Music or wherever you get your podcasts. New episodes publish for free every Tuesday. Prime members can binge episodes 57-64 early and ad-free on Amazon Music. Wondery+ subscribers can listen ad-free--join Wondery+ in the Wondery App or on Apple Podcasts.See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

In the late 1800s, a young man in rural New England comes down with a deadly illness known as “the White Death.” When his doctor can't help, the man's neighbors propose a bizarre treatment… that involves the supernatural.Follow MrBallen's Medical Mysteries on Amazon Music or wherever you get your podcasts. New episodes publish for free every Tuesday. Prime members can binge episodes 49-56 early and ad-free on Amazon Music.Wondery+ subscribers can listen ad-free--join Wondery+ in the Wondery App or on Apple Podcasts.See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

The human body is a miracle. But when it's not working, it can be the stuff of nightmares. On this new series from master storyteller MrBallen, we're sharing medical horror stories and diagnostic mysteries that are surgically calibrated to make your blood run cold.From bizarre, unheard-of diseases and miraculous recoveries to strange medical mishaps and unexplainable deaths — you'll never hear the phrase “heart-stopping” in the same way again. MrBallen's Medical Mysteries is a first-of-its-kind collaboration between MrBallen and Wondery, the award-winning company behind Dr. Death. Listen to MrBallen's Medical Mysteries wherever you get your podcasts: Wondery.fm/MrBallenMedicalMysteriesSee Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

This story is a fan favorite from MrBallen's Medical Mysteries.A boy in Minnesota is rushed to the emergency room with one of the worst food poisoning cases the doctors have ever seen. A short while later, a little girl shows up with the same illness. Soon, cases are popping up throughout the state, leaving some on the brink of death as doctors scramble to figure out why.Listen Now: Wondery.fm/MBMMFor 100s more stories like this one, check out my YouTube channel just called "MrBallen" -- https://www.youtube.com/c/MrBallenIf you want to reach out to me, contact me on Instagram, Twitter or any other major social media platform, my username on all of them is @MrBallenSee Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

The human body is a miracle. But when it's not working, it can be the stuff of nightmares. On this new series from master storyteller MrBallen, we're sharing medical horror stories and diagnostic mysteries that are surgically calibrated to make your blood run cold.From bizarre, unheard-of diseases and miraculous recoveries to strange medical mishaps and unexplainable deaths — you'll never hear the phrase “heart-stopping” in the same way again. MrBallen's Medical Mysteries is a first-of-its-kind collaboration between MrBallen and Wondery, the award-winning company behind Dr. Death. Listen to MrBallen's Medical Mysteries wherever you get your podcasts: Wondery.fm/MrBallenMedicalMysteriesSee Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

The human body is a miracle. But when it's not working, it can be the stuff of nightmares. On this new series from master storyteller MrBallen, we're sharing medical horror stories and diagnostic mysteries that are surgically calibrated to make your blood run cold.From bizarre, unheard-of diseases and miraculous recoveries to strange medical mishaps and unexplainable deaths — you'll never hear the phrase “heart-stopping” in the same way again. MrBallen's Medical Mysteries is a first-of-its-kind collaboration between MrBallen and Wondery, the award-winning company behind Dr. Death. Listen to MrBallen's Medical Mysteries wherever you get your podcasts: Wondery.fm/MrBallenMedicalMysteriesSee Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

The human body is a miracle. But when it's not working, it can be the stuff of nightmares. On this new series from master storyteller MrBallen, we're sharing medical horror stories and diagnostic mysteries that are surgically calibrated to make your blood run cold.From bizarre, unheard-of diseases and miraculous recoveries to strange medical mishaps and unexplainable deaths — you'll never hear the phrase “heart-stopping” in the same way again. MrBallen's Medical Mysteries is a first-of-its-kind collaboration between MrBallen and Wondery, the award-winning company behind Dr. Death. Listen to MrBallen's Medical Mysteries wherever you get your podcasts: Wondery.fm/MrBallenMedicalMysteriesSee Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

The human body is a miracle. But when it's not working, it can be the stuff of nightmares. On this new series from master storyteller MrBallen, we're sharing medical horror stories and diagnostic mysteries that are surgically calibrated to make your blood run cold.From bizarre, unheard-of diseases and miraculous recoveries to strange medical mishaps and unexplainable deaths — you'll never hear the phrase “heart-stopping” in the same way again. MrBallen's Medical Mysteries is a first-of-its-kind collaboration between MrBallen and Wondery, the award-winning company behind Dr. Death. Listen to MrBallen's Medical Mysteries wherever you get your podcasts: Wondery.fm/MrBallenMedicalMysteriesSee Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

The human body is a miracle. But when it's not working, it can be the stuff of nightmares. On this new series from master storyteller MrBallen, we're sharing medical horror stories and diagnostic mysteries that are surgically calibrated to make your blood run cold.From bizarre, unheard-of diseases and miraculous recoveries to strange medical mishaps and unexplainable deaths — you'll never hear the phrase “heart-stopping” in the same way again. MrBallen's Medical Mysteries is a first-of-its-kind collaboration between MrBallen and Wondery, the award-winning company behind Dr. Death. Listen to MrBallen's Medical Mysteries wherever you get your podcasts: Wondery.fm/MrBallenMedicalMysteriesSee Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

The human body is a miracle. But when it's not working, it can be the stuff of nightmares. On this new series from master storyteller MrBallen, we're sharing medical horror stories and diagnostic mysteries that are surgically calibrated to make your blood run cold.From bizarre, unheard-of diseases and miraculous recoveries to strange medical mishaps and unexplainable deaths — you'll never hear the phrase “heart-stopping” in the same way again. MrBallen's Medical Mysteries is a first-of-its-kind collaboration between MrBallen and Wondery, the award-winning company behind Dr. Death. Listen to MrBallen's Medical Mysteries wherever you get your podcasts: Wondery.fm/MrBallenMedicalMysteriesSee Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

The human body is a miracle. But when it's not working, it can be the stuff of nightmares. On this new series from master storyteller MrBallen, we're sharing medical horror stories and diagnostic mysteries that are surgically calibrated to make your blood run cold.From bizarre, unheard-of diseases and miraculous recoveries to strange medical mishaps and unexplainable deaths — you'll never hear the phrase “heart-stopping” in the same way again. MrBallen's Medical Mysteries is a first-of-its-kind collaboration between MrBallen and Wondery, the award-winning company behind Dr. Death. Listen to MrBallen's Medical Mysteries wherever you get your podcasts: Wondery.fm/MrBallenMedicalMysteriesSee Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

The human body is a miracle. But when it's not working, it can be the stuff of nightmares. On this new series from master storyteller MrBallen, they're sharing medical horror stories and diagnostic mysteries that are surgically calibrated to make your blood run cold. From bizarre, unheard-of diseases and miraculous recoveries to strange medical mishaps and unexplainable deaths — you'll never hear the phrase “heart-stopping” in the same way again. MrBallen's Medical Mysteries is a first-of-its-kind collaboration between MrBallen and Wondery, the award- winning company behind Dr. Death. Listen to MrBallen's Medical Mysteries wherever you get your podcasts: Wondery.fm/MBMM_AH_ Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

The human body is a miracle. But when it's not working, it can be the stuff of nightmares. On this new series from master storyteller MrBallen, we're sharing medical horror stories and diagnostic mysteries that are surgically calibrated to make your blood run cold. From bizarre, unheard-of diseases and miraculous recoveries to strange medical mishaps and unexplainable deaths — you'll never hear the phrase “heart-stopping” in the same way again. MrBallen's Medical Mysteries is a first-of-its-kind collaboration between MrBallen and Wondery, the award-winning company behind Dr. Death. Listen to MrBallen's Medical Mysteries wherever you get your podcasts: Wondery.fm/MBMM_AG

This story is a fan favorite from MrBallen's Medical Mysteries.In 1983, an Italian man finds himself completely unable to sleep, and when he looks in the mirror, his own eyes frighten him. A sense of doom washes over the man. He knows that within a year, he'll be dead – because he's just fallen prey to a centuries-old family curse.Listen Now: Wondery.fm/MBMMFor 100s more stories like this one, check out my YouTube channel just called "MrBallen" -- https://www.youtube.com/c/MrBallenIf you want to reach out to me, contact me on Instagram, Twitter or any other major social media platform, my username on all of them is @MrBallenSee Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.