Addison’s Disease is a rare autoimmune condition which attacks the adrenal glands and causes insufficient production of aldosterone and the
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Graves’ disease is an autoimmune disorder where the immune system attacks the thyroid, the gland responsible for producing hormones that
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Good news! You can now receive a copy of Ben’s Friends’ quarterly e-newsletter. By subscribing to our newsletter, you will:
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The immune system is supposed to protect us by attacking bacteria and viruses. For people who have autoimmune diseases, however,
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You just found out that your friend has Crohn’s disease, an autoimmune illness that causes inflammation in the digestive tract.
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Fibromyalgia is a chronic illness that involves widespread pain or pain that can be felt all over the body. It
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Nephrotic syndrome is a condition where proteins, which the body needs, leak into the urine from the blood because of
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Attention-Deficit/Hyperactivity or ADHD is characterized by difficulty paying attention, forgetfulness, impulsivity, and hyperactivity, and is usually thought of as a
Read MoreYou might have never heard of it, much less know anyone who suffers from it because it’s a rare disease.
Read More“I can’t imagine finding proper support anywhere else than here.” “…since that first day, the community has been open, friendly,
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Imagine suddenly having difficulty swallowing every time you eat. You feel that there’s something stuck in your throat and you
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Read MoreBen’s Friends to launch Self-Advocacy Project for members Having a rare and chronic illness is definitely not easy. From searching
Read MoreBen’s Friends communities were created so that people affected by a rare or chronic illness can have a place to
Read MoreBen’s Friends aims to provide patients and caregivers a place where they can connect with others like them. That they
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When we talk about arthritis, we always associate it with getting old. We think of it as something our grandparents
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Sjogren’s syndrome is a condition that affects the moisture-producing glands. People living with this syndrome usually suffer from dry eyes
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Having a rare or chronic illness can be a source of stress. The different symptoms alone, even the mild pain
Read MoreMembers find our communities for many reasons. They may be suspecting that they have a condition and are researching what
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After so many doctors appointments, you finally have a diagnosis. And as part of the treatment plan, you have to
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Daughter: Your sudden struggle with trigeminal neuralgia was a turning point in my life. When we finally knew what it
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Getting the most out of your consultation with a doctor for a rare disease is already challenging. Now that we
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