How Susannah Cahalan's Battle Against Autoimmune Encephalitis Changed Medical History
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In 2009, Susannah Cahalan was only the 217th person diagnosed with autoimmune encephalitis. Susannah went through an long month of numbness, seizures, headaches and into the depth of madness. Through her story, she highlights the wisdom and focus of Dr. Souhel Najjar, who identified the condition she had.
Susannah was able to overcome her rare condition and write the book, Brain on Fire: My Month of Madness. Her story is an inspiration to all who face difficult challenges in their lives.
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