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At 19 years old, Zoey is pursuing her dream of becoming a hairstylist while managing a complex medical condition. For the past seven years, she has dealt with frequent bathroom trips, urinary retention, and persistent pelvic pain—challenges that have impacted her daily life. But through it all, she has found expert care and unwavering support at Nemours Children’s Health. Zoey’s symptoms began when she was just 13. She noticed she was using the restroom 15-30 times a day, with nights just as difficult. Despite constantly feeling like she needed to use the restroom, she was often unable to release urine. The discomfort affected her ability to focus in school, spend time with friends, and simply go about her day. “This condition has taken over the way I live,” Zoey shared. Zoey’s search for answers led her to Nemours Children’s Hospital, Florida, where she was connected with Dr. Hagerty, a urologist […]

Joshua’s story begins with his 20-week anatomy scan, which revealed signs of a lower urinary tract obstruction. Born with underdeveloped and cystic kidneys, he was diagnosed with chronic kidney disease. Holly, Joshua’s mother, recalls, “We were told before his birth that if he survived, he would need dialysis to bridge him to a kidney transplant.” “Joshua’s condition has been difficult since birth,” shares Holly. “He had frequent labs, appointments, hospitalizations, and dialysis. His treatments have always been a bridge to transplant. He was medically fragile which impacted the entire family. We have spent much of his life isolating and with limited activity. Despite all this, we know that God is good and we have relied on our faith to help us through the difficult years.” A pivotal moment in Joshua’s journey came when Nemours Children’s Health entered their lives. Recommended by their local medical team, Joshua’s family transitioned to care […]

Kevin’s healthcare journey began at just three months old when he was diagnosed with Neuronal Migration, Microcephaly, and Differentiation Muscular Hypertonicity. This diagnosis marked the beginning of a new chapter for Kevin and his family, as they worked through the complexities of his condition. Prior to finding care at Nemours, Kevin’s diagnosis affected every aspect of daily life. His mother describes a relentless cycle of hospital visits and treatments. “He missed lots of school, and family trips,” says Kevin’s mom. “We would wake up 7-10 times a night, he would never sleep because of pain and so much more.” However, hope and new experiences emerged when Kevin’s family discovered Nemours in November of 2023. After months of research, they made the life-changing decision to seek care at Nemours, leaving behind their home in Michigan in pursuit of care for Kevin. From the moment they stepped through the doors of Nemours, […]

Meghan’s journey with Bladder Neck Dysfunction unfolded over the course of several years, involving many visits to urologists. It was only when she sought the expertise of Dr. Hagerty, making the journey all the way from Rhode Island to Nemours Children’s Hospital, Delaware, that a diagnosis was finally made. Before treatment at Nemours Children’s, bladder issues had caused many complications throughout Meghan’s life. Pain, discomfort, urinary retention, and bladder spasms were constant obstacles, making it difficult for her to attend school and participate in social activities. Her condition had become a barrier to living her teenage life. However, Nemours proved to be a place of hope for Meghan and her family. The kindness and compassion given by every staff member, from the front desk to the medical professionals, left a lasting impression. So much so that Meghan even suggested relocating to Delaware upon leaving the hospital – a testament to […]