{"version":"1.0","type":"rich","provider_name":"Acast","provider_url":"https://acast.com","height":250,"width":700,"html":"<iframe src=\"https://embed.acast.com/$/66e2f9d0547e9546dfa1c38f/69f3dcf28dd960ac61c0ccfb?\" frameBorder=\"0\" width=\"700\" height=\"250\"></iframe>","title":"Hope and Healing","thumbnail_width":200,"thumbnail_height":200,"thumbnail_url":"https://open-images.acast.com/shows/66e2f9d0547e9546dfa1c38f/1777590015144-072cde32-a375-4407-87fa-96e8ecb8010f.jpeg?height=200","description":"<p>In this inspiring episode of Made to Be Whole, we sit down with Megan Krych to discuss her courageous battle with autoimmune encephalitis—a condition often misdiagnosed and misunderstood, especially in adults. Megan shares how her years-long search for answers, persistent symptoms, and an eventually validating diagnosis led her to IVIG therapy and a path of real healing. Listen as we explore key lessons about autoimmune encephalitis, the importance of persistence and support, and the hope that comes from being made whole.</p><h2><br></h2><h2>Topics discussed in this episode:</h2><ul><li>Recognizing Adult Autoimmune Encephalitis: Symptoms, Diagnosis, and Common Misconceptions</li><li>The Emotional Impact of Invisible Illness and the Validation of a Name</li><li>Navigating IVIG Therapy: From Side Effects to Lasting Relief</li><li>Building a Support System: Family, Friends, and Medical Teams</li><li>Strategies for Coping, Healing, and Looking Forward with Hope</li></ul><h2><br></h2><h2>Resources mentioned in this episode:</h2><ul><li>All resources mentioned on the show:<a href=\"https://ahpintegrativehealth.com/\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\" target=\"_blank\"> https://ahpintegrativehealth.com/</a></li><li>Book: <a href=\"https://bookshop.org/a/90423/9781451621389\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\" target=\"_blank\">\"Brain on Fire\"</a> by Susannah Cahalan</li><li>More about IVIG Therapy:<a href=\"https://ahpintegrativehealth.com/\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\" target=\"_blank\"> AHP Integrative Health’s IVIG resource</a></li></ul><p><br></p><p>Feeling alone in your journey? Reach out for support—healing starts with connection!</p><p><br></p><p>Have unexplained symptoms? Ask your provider about autoimmune brain panel testing and keep searching for answers.</p><p><br></p><p>Know someone struggling with chronic anxiety or autoimmune issues? Share this episode to spread hope and awareness!</p><p><br></p><p>Stay tuned, and remember: You were made to be whole.</p><p><br></p><p>All resources mentioned on the show can be found at:<a href=\"https://ahpintegrativehealth.com/\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\" target=\"_blank\"> https://ahpintegrativehealth.com/</a></p><p>Any references to any particular people, including family, have been shared with prior consent.</p><p>Transcripts and notes generated with Descript and Castmagic and then edited by human eyes and hands. Lightly edited and produced by BiCurean Consulting, BiCurean.com.</p><p><br></p><p><br></p>","author_name":"Krista Michener"}