A PhD Student Turned the Tables on ME/CFS and Won! | Crystal's Full Recovery Story
Crystal, a PhD student in Scotland, became severely ill almost overnight in December 2020 and spent about a year without answers before receiving an ME/CFS diagnosis, along with separate thyroid and autoimmune findings that made her picture more complicated. She describes how stress, diet, pacing, self-advocacy, and support from her mom figured into her gradual return to health. Today she reports being in the best shape of her life, hiking, running, and completing ultramarathons. Her account is one person's experience and outcomes can vary widely between individuals.