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Symptomatic: A Medical Mystery Podcast

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Chronic Illness
Mental Health
Psoriatic Arthritis
Hydrogenitis Superativa
Alpha-Gal Syndrome
Breast Cancer
Rare Genetic Diseases
Castleman Disease
Dance
Medical Mystery
Guillain-Barre Syndrome
Psoriasis
Medical Diagnosis
Plaque Psoriasis
Hnrnph2-Related Developmental Disorder
Prostate Cancer
Fitness
Dermatitis
Advocacy
Skin Conditions

How terrifying would it be to fight an unknown enemy? One you don’t recognize and didn’t see coming? What if that enemy was coming from within; a disease that even doctors couldn’t identify? Nearly half of all Americans suffer from some chronic illness and many struggle for an accurate diagnosis.

Every other week on Symptomatic, host Lauren Bright Pacheco unravels the medical mystery of a patient... more

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Len Geiger was a perfectly healthy, athletic young man with no signs of illness…but when Len enters his late twenties he starts falling ill with chronic chest infections. By age thirty - Len begins to experience breathlessness so debilitating he can ... more

Brendon Paradis began to lose his vision out of nowhere. Doctors spend decades trying to stop the unexplained hemorrhaging in his retina with no success. Brendon has attempted to come to terms with his fate but when his son Keegan begins to show a mo... more

All new episodes full of medical mysteries are coming soon. Join host Lauren Bright Pacheco as we explore new stories in which patients become investigators, survivors become advocates, and exceptional doctors become heroes. Tune in for season 5 of S... more

Sarah Marshall knew from only a few months into her fourth daughter Phoebe's life that something was definitely wrong. By the time Phoebe was six, Sarah began to fear for her daughter's life. She underwent countless tests, dozens of surgeries, and wa... more

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Recent Guests

Brendon Paradis
Subject of the story, father who lost his vision to an undiagnosed inflammatory condition
Episode: Case #34: Brendon
Keegan Paradis
Brendon's son, later diagnosed with Rosah syndrome
Chapman University (film writing student)
Episode: Case #34: Brendon
Dr. Christina Kozicki
Physician-scientist leading Rosah/ALPK1 research, affiliated with NIH/Undiagnosed Diseases Network
NIH / Undiagnosed Diseases Network
Episode: Case #34: Brendon
Michelle Shapiro
Integrative and Functional Registered Dietitian
Episode: Case #32: Michelle
Dr. Tania Dempsey
Expert in chronic diseases and autoimmune disorders, specializing in mast cell activation syndrome.
Episode: Case #32: Michelle
Casey McPherson
A father and rockstar whose daughter Rosie is diagnosed with a rare genetic condition.
Flying Colours, AlphaRose Therapeutics
Episode: Case #30: Rose & Casey
Rodney Bowling Jr.
An expert in molecular genetics who helps Casey in the mission to find a treatment for Rosie.
Episode: Case #30: Rose & Casey
Cienna Ditri
31-year-old disabled advocate and social media influencer
Chronically Persevering
Episode: Case #29: Cienna
Dr. Betul Hadipoglu
Endocrinologist at University Hospitals, focused on finding answers for her patients
Episode: Case #29: Cienna

Host

Lauren Bright Pacheco
Host of Symptomatic

Reviews

4.5 out of 5 stars from 884 ratings
  • Can’t stop, Won’t Stop

    I love this show! The way Denver cracks Teresa up: relationship goals. And to the haters leaving 1 star reviews because of the banter? That’s a YOU problem, not a content problem. Are these two experts on everything? Nope. Refreshingly relatable, not know-it-alls.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    silkiestpaper
    United States2 months ago
  • Great podcast!

    Newer listener so I was able to back to the 1st then begin my journey. I absolutely love the education part. I have no medical issue, thank goodness, but this is something that people can listen to and recognize their own issues or know someone going through similar issues. You do have to be your own advocate these days. The podcast helps so much, hearing these crazy journeys that humans have to go through before they find that “right” Doctor! Amazing Doctors out there, unfortunately, you h... more

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Duckpkh2015
    United States7 months ago
  • Favorite

    One of my very favorite podcasts! Please come out with new episodes.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Lm_inthesun
    United States7 months ago
  • Fascinating!

    Not too many can tell lugubrious stories that keep the listener in suspense, and the protagonist’s dignity in place. Well done.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    theschnecki
    United States8 months ago
  • Good

    Podcast Addict
    4
    Oleg
    9 months ago

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Listeners praise the show for education and relatability, noting emotional yet informative storytelling.
Many applaud its helpful medical insights and advocacy focus, appreciating accessible explanations of complex conditions.
Some critique the balance of emotion vs. medical detail and have called out background music/sound effects.

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Case #32: Michelle
Q: What are you most excited about and hopeful for in terms of future treatment and research with MCAS?
Research on the connections between MCAS, POTS, and hypermobility is growing, and it's an exciting time for advancements in treatment.
Case #32: Michelle
Q: Did you seek medical treatment at the time? And what were you told by doctors?
Treatment was inadequate, only offering medication for anxiety, without understanding the underlying issues.
Case #32: Michelle
Q: Can you explain that to somebody who hasn't had a panic attack?
A panic attack feels like your entire body is signaling that you're going to die with no way out.
Case #28: Ian
Q: What is Muckle Wells Syndrome?
Muckle Wells Syndrome is a genetic condition that causes a severe inflammatory response, leading to symptoms like rashes, chronic arthritis, and headaches.
Case #27: Hailey
Q: What advice were you given after passing out from pain?
Hailey recounts being told to wait until her next duty station for further medical advice and treatment.

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Audience is drawn to intimate, patient-centered medical journeys that illuminate how rare and chronic illnesses unfold, from initial symptoms through advocacy and final diagnosis. Episodes frequently center on personal perseverance, medical misdiagnoses, and the challenges of navigating a complex healthcare system, with guests ranging from patients and families to clinicians and researchers. The show tends to blend emotional storytelling with medically informed context, offering actionable takeaways for listeners seeking diagnosis guidance, advocacy strategies, or a better understanding of obscure conditions. A distinctive strength is its focus on empowerment through knowledge, community, and patient-led advocacy, which can be especially co... more

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1. Brendon Paradis
2. Keegan Paradis
3. Dr. Christina Kozicki
4. Michelle Shapiro
5. Dr. Tania Dempsey
6. Casey McPherson
7. Rodney Bowling Jr.
8. Cienna Ditri

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