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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
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Skin Conditions
Fitness
Music Therapy

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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Grace Sullivan was only 17 when she was hit by unexplained bouts of uncontrollable vomiting that would last for days, even weeks. Countless trips to the ER, tests with no conclusive results, and no clear indicator for the root cause. After 19 hospita... more

Travis Bolt was a charismatic kid with an old soul…and a natural talent for music. When Travis turns eight years old, he begins to experience uncontrollable muscle movements that continue to escalate in intensity. He starts getting in trouble in scho... more

Let's revisit one of our favorite episodes from Season 1. Zach was your average 11-year-old who loved pizza, sports, and going fishing with his Dad until an incident at a baseball game changed his life forever. As an illness quickly takes hold and wr... more

This is part two of Len Geiger’s story. The last we heard from Len, he was flying over the handlebars of his mountain bike only three months after receiving a miraculous lung transplant that had saved his life.

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Recent Guests

Travis Bolt
East Texas musician and Tourette syndrome advocate
Episode: Case #36: Travis
Christopher Manbeck
Pediatric neurologist at Arkansas Children's Hospital and Tourette syndrome expert
Arkansas Children's Hospital
Episode: Case #36: Travis
Zach Dobeck
Survivor of a life-threatening sepsis case as a child
Independent individual
Episode: Case #03: Zach - Revisited
Len Geiger
Recipient of Corinne Schreuer's lungs, Alpha-1 Antitrypsin Deficiency patient
Lung transplant recipient
Episode: Case #35: Len (Pt. 2)
Kevin Schreuer
Corinne Schreuer's father, donor family member who collaborated on advocacy and running events
Donor family member
Episode: Case #35: Len (Pt. 2)
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

Host

Lauren Bright Pacheco
Host of Symptomatic

Reviews

4.5 out of 5 stars from 925 ratings
  • TEN STARS!!

    This is an amazing podcast. The combination of interviews, narration and just enough science keep me glued! I am a nurse and normally I would not want to listen to “medical” podcasts on my time off. This is different. These are stories about real people. I am feeling every emotion from confusion when they don’t understand what is happening with their bodies, fear, and relief when finally being diagnosed. It is a wild tide and I am here for it!

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    12282021
    United States15 days ago
  • Captivating

    I love the mix of science and humanity. Beautiful storytelling, interviews and editing. This podcast is a true delight!

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Texas House Call Veterinarian
    United Statesa month ago
  • 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 States3 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 States8 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 #36: Travis
Q: Can you clarify for us the misconceptions surrounding the correlation between Tourette's and intelligence?
There is no correlation between Tourette syndrome and intelligence. Tics can interfere with learning, but people with the condition have a full range of intellectual ability.
Case #36: Travis
Q: What are some of the triggers for tics?
Stress, excitement, tests, and anxiety about other people noticing the tics can make them worse.
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.

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What is Symptomatic: A Medical Mystery Podcast about and what kind of topics does it cover?

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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Recent guests on Symptomatic: A Medical Mystery Podcast include:

1. Travis Bolt
2. Christopher Manbeck
3. Zach Dobeck
4. Len Geiger
5. Kevin Schreuer
6. Brendon Paradis
7. Keegan Paradis
8. Dr. Christina Kozicki

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