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Today I took a look at three medical stories that really blew my mind. The first was a man suffering from a hyper rare case of toxic shock syndrome which resulted in him losing a lot of his body. His recovery was truly inspiring. The next was a man who sustained a near-fatal motorcycle accident that caused him to lose his voice. Doctors invented a procedure that allowed him to receive a vocal box transplant. Today he can speak just like you or me. The final story is about a 40 year old man who appears to occupy the body of a small child. The medical investigation into what caused this unusual condition was very interesting to me. Please let me know down below if there are other incredible medical stories worth exploring!
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[@MartinFinnerup]

Screw that. The first case was NOT an accident. That was 100% attempted murder. Whoever did that, did so with malice well knowing what could happen. Amazing transplant surgery though! Congratulations to him regaining his voice.

[@brickbybrickproductions3237]

Me and my friend mountain bike and our worst fear is for someone to do something like that..

[@ngotemna8875]

Truly evil

[@AmirAli-jn7lg]

@@brickbybrickproductions3237 I will do nothing to you🙃

[@Kuromi_82727]

@@AmirAli-jn7lg Just stop.

[@paulmorris2338]

I used to go quading (4 wheeling for southern readers) when I was younger, running up and down the old fire trails. There was a quarry that many riders cut through, pissing the owner off and leading him to string cables across several trails, even on property he didn't own! I remember having a few close calls, but others weren't so lucky. No matter how many times the lines were cut down, he'd put more up, but since there was no hard proof he was the one doing it, he was never held accountable, even after a 10 year old kid was killed after being clipped off the quad with his dad. Some people are the worst.

[@wintergarden7539]

That modest doctor who successfully gave the man his voice back....I wish more people were humble like that.

[@malalagepeiris9718]

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[@Dead25m]

While I agree being humble can be a good quality, you also do need to pat yourself on the back when you succeed in things

[@radmilla]

The “humble” doctor reminds me of the surgeon who operated on my baby who was born with a large sacrococcygeal teratoma (a tumor that extended from his tailbone to his buttocks and also through the pelvis into the abdomen.) one morning on rounds, the surgeon peered at my baby boy, shook his head and said, “sometimes I even amaze myself.” That was over 30 years ago and my “baby” is fine, so I think his pride was well-earned.

[@wintergarden7539]

@@radmilla What a beautiful story! I think people confuse humble with not acknowledging achievements. You can have great self esteem and pride in your gifts, but be quiet and grateful for those gifts. I am happy to hear your "baby" and you had a happy beginning!

[@Lucylucee_96]

👍👍👍😀😀

[@lucialma]

I had a friend in college who had survived Strep A toxic shock. He had lost both hands at the wrist and both legs just below the knee. And he could still type and run faster than me

[@eliasrodriguez1419]

Thats both embarrassing for you and impressive for your friend.

[@g.3521]

@@eliasrodriguez1419 to be fair, have you seen those Paralympic athletes who run with those prosethetics?

[@eliasrodriguez1419]

@@g.3521 Well, now that you mention it, I guess its more impressive for his friend than embarrassing for him.

[@rodleypumpkins4174]

You are awful at typing them my friend lol.

[@lucialma]

It was impressive. I’m a little below average with both typing and running (I have a disability that impacts my motor planning and hand-eye coordination) but this dude could type like 80wpm despite not having fingers. He used the ends of his radius and ulna to tap the keys and rocked his forearms back and forth to move his wrists around the keyboard. It was amazing.

[@relfyem]

That first case was so wholesome. I loved seeing the radiant smile on Tim's face when he used his new voice and the humility of Dr Strome. The last case is just super humbling altogether, what an exceptional guy.

[@KaneSoulbreaker]

That last case was so heartwarming. It goes to show that no matter what happens to someone's physical body, true love sees only the person for who they are on the inside.

[@soumyakantigiri]

Yep, and also seeing a lot of his videos. I see how important it is to have a very loving family. I think in life, all we can wish for is this ultimately.

[@bripez]

He also does lots of charity work to help kids with limb differences/limb loss to get top of the range prosthetics made especially for them. Pretty amazing guy

[@wrestlingwithjay3770]

Agreed

[@thelegioncollective]

I wish my family loved me as much as I love them.

[@gabor6259]

"no matter what happens to someone's physical body, true love sees only the person for who they are on the inside." Unless certain parts of the brain get injured.

[@Beth-pf6oo]

Alex Lewis is my hero. I remember seeing that doc on him years ago and being stunned at how an infection could ravage the human body. But he is unstoppable, he will probably accomplish more this year than I will in my whole life lol He is a motivational speaker, he raises money to get prosthetics to children in the UK, and tons of other stuff. One of the most inspiring people I've ever learned about. I would love to meet him.

[@KingoftheJuice18]

Thanks for sharing that information.

[@Raevynwing]

I agree, he has worked so hard to recover and heal as best he can. He's a huge inspiration! His family is so supportive.

[@chaoticfr.]

@@Mor.hansen don’t worry, it’s very rare to get that kind of bacteria in your body. he must have a low immune system so that may be the answer.

[@KingoftheJuice18]

@@Mor.hansen Don't be scared. It's extremely rare. Just take good care of your health in general, and wash and clean any cuts you may have.

[@muymal6201]

I just wanted to remind you that God is with you always. He cares for you more than you imagine, so you can always turn to Him for His unfailing love and peace. God sent His Son, Jesus to die so that you wouldn't have to suffer for your sins. Because of this sacrifice you can have a relationship with God and eternal life. All you have to do is believe in Jesus and His sacrifice in order to tap into salvation

[@admiral0912]

The guy in the first story hits a bit close to home for me. My father was riding a moped down a street the day after a thunderstorm. He didn't see that a telephone wire was hanging in the middle of the road. It caught him around the neck while he was going around 25-30 miles an hour. Luckily, he somehow was not decapitated, he didn't permanently lose his voice, and he was wearing a helmet, but had just a few things been different, he could have been paralyzed or killed. As an extra twist, my father is legally blind, but at the time had a valid driver's license (with glasses/lens restrictions), and he used something called a "bioptic" which was essentially half of a pair of binoculars attached to a pair of glasses so he could see further down the road. Despite that, he was actually the one who taught me how to drive, and I was one of the better students in my driver's education class because of it.

[@lovisanickelson8163]

Good Thing your dads ok edit:I forget to add good

[@Kjfletcher1985]

A major part of the final story, Alex, is that the NHS paid for all of his care. He didn't have to bankrupt himself and his family to get care. So yeah, he had to finance the specialist bike but otherwise, our health care system looked after him.

[@ryntaylor7129]

This is what all healthcare systems should look like❤

[@mummytrolls]

NHS is such a shame now. They used to be so great. They used to take care of people the way they took care of Alex.

[@patrikvavro1611]

@@ryntaylor7129the NHS is one of the worst healthcare systems in Europe

[@anastrixnoodles]

as how it is the case in many countries all over the world, except US 😊

[@racheljohnson8947]

The first story, so glad my son did not suffer the same thing. Out of all people our development builders did this. My then 10 year old son went off on his bike and hit it. Since he is a child he got hit higher then an adult. He struggled to swallow for weeks. Our neighborhood to this day is petitioning our city to not give this builder any more contracts. I loved watching the transplant though. Great story

[@hannikim]

So glad your son is okay! That builder definitely shouldn’t be allowed to do that, it’s so dangerous. Hope you have a good day/night! 😁💖

[@FunnyAcolyteExplains]

But why would they do that

[@rancholotl3384]

@@FunnyAcolyteExplains Malice.

[@idontwannatypeaname]

@@FunnyAcolyteExplains some people are just menaces

[@SilverSkyCloud]

they shouldve forced the builder to speed through that wire as punishment

[@joshuabaughn3734]

In answer to your question Dr. Mike, usually they're tired of bikers near their property. It's actually illegal to set booby traps on your property with the intention of causing serious harm or mortal injury to anyone or anything.

[@harshbhardwaj9526]

Bro its not

[@ekramer2478]

@@harshbhardwaj9526 In the US it sure is. There are states where robbers can break into your HOUSE and sue you if they manage to get hurt!

[@canadianeh4792]

Or on their property. Sometimes after they have broken through a locked gate. It's not legal, but ffs

[@Kylora2112]

@@ekramer2478 No, they can't. It's illegal to booby trap your property, but if someone doesn't have legal reason for being on your property, they can't sue you if they get injured (because you have no responsibility for their protection, unlike an invited guest or an emergency services provider). Legal Eagle has done quite a few videos on this. Yeah, people have *tried* to sue, but to say "someone can break into your house and sue you if they cut themself on a kitchen knife" is just reactionary propaganda.

[@ekramer2478]

@@Kylora2112 Actually that depends on the state. In New York they CAN and will.

[@ginafromkryta]

I find it hilarious how Doctor Mike always explains everything before the programmes do :D just funny ... but also quite impressive

[@Leanne_w]

Well he is a doctor and he’s already pre watched to the programs to record the video…

[@radix5315]

@@Leanne_w I believe that this is his first time reaction to the videos, but you could be right.

[@Leanne_w]

@@radix5315 no he watches them first, ti make sure it’s good content ect

[@radix5315]

@@Leanne_w You're speaking pretty authoritatively, do you have evidence that he pre-watches? I'm pretty sure I remember him saying all his Q&As are first time reactions, so I assume its the same for video reactions.

[@mx.n.3682]

@@Leanne_w I'm pretty sure it's the guy behind the camera who pre-watches before they film so the doc can give a genuine reaction

[@Nilboggen]

I had a staph infection once it was really hard to get it diagnosed correctly. My first two trips to two separate doctors (I didnt have health insurance at the time so think like urgent/prompt care) and it was diagnosed as a spider bite. And here I am trying to explain to the doctor that I cut my self on aluminum siding in that exact spot and that it seemed highly unlikely that a spider also bit me in the same spot... I also had told both of the first two doctors that I was fairly certain it was a staph infection. The 2nd doctor pointed me to a poster on his wall that said something to the effect of "I didn't get my medical degree from a google search trust your doctor" Thankfully after my third expensive trip to a third doctor and the fact that my veins had started to turn black radiating out from the cut I was proscribed an antibiotic and given an intravenous antibiotic and finally treated for the staph infection. Also I am in USA so you would think a staph infection would be pretty easy to diagnose and treat. It does seem like things work out a lot better when you have a primary care physician who is more familiar with you specifically.

[@silkthecatmoth]

This just proves that America is more messed up than it's given credit for. Sometimes I wish I could leave. 😐

[@Nilboggen]

@@haroldbalczac6431 staphylococcus the bacteria that causes staph infections is commonly found on the skin and in the respiratory tracts of mammals. It actually is helping keep us clean most of the time but can find its way into an open wound and cause an infection. So pretty much anytime you get a cut you are at risk. Just need to properly clean all wounds regardless of size.

[@wyterabitt2149]

Sounds pretty normal. You don't need antibiotics the second you get an infection, your body will fight off - well honestly probably 100% of all of them that 99% will ever get from a cut. Then when it got too bad, you got treated for a severe I infection you couldn't fight off.

[@Nilboggen]

@@wyterabitt2149 You are probably correct. The whole spider bite thing was just frustrating me since I knew it wasn't one. My biggest takeaway is just that having a primary care physician who knows you can save you some hassle. For me personally that happened 12 years ago and was the last time I went to a doctor for anything other than a routine checkup. I'm not a rush to the doctor type of person. It was just so odd that I decided to go in since it was a growing red spot on my arm that was very hot to the touch.

[@wyterabitt2149]

@@Nilboggen Don't get me wrong, in an perfect world where antibiotics are magically going to last forever getting it just in case would be worth it in your situation. But antibiotic resistance is growing, so that's where I think we have to accept that in a case where almost everyone will fight it off we need to only use it once things turn worse.

[@RDRF_SB13]

Alex is a fn champ. What an incredible family too. I work in rehabilitation with people who have amputations, strokes, among plenty of other things. The strength it takes for a person to confront and work through the challanges they face is beyond comprehension. Seeing his determination and progress is just inspirational. It brings tears to my eyes. Respect to physios, occupational therapists, and the assistants!

[@tashacooper3883]

It really does take a lot of work to come back from amputations and seizures

[@ShadoryKaine]

thanks for ur hard work n patience with ur patients no pun intended; keep it up man ure doing good for the world

[@mary-janereallynotsarah684]

He is definitely a champ! But I agree with Mike, these resources are not available to everyone. And that is awful.

[@fanafelgminecraft5789]

after watching what happend to him he deserves every bit of support

[@elizabethfrank-backman6390]

I appreciated you pointing out the team work involved in helping this man have a voice again.

[@tashacooper3883]

All good things usually require teamwork 😊

[@oogaboogaNwordmonkey]

@@tashacooper3883that’s so true! ^^

[@lindsaymonteer3862]

Again?

[@elizabethroberts9638]

As someone who lives with significantly limiting physical disability and crippling pain, I really, really appreciate how Doctor Mike consistently makes a point of emphasizing the value and importance of the support system available to patients going through serious physical or mental medical problems. Yes, it can be encouraging to see stories of patients overcoming huge difficulties to rebuild a life. I'm glad those are shown on this channel in these kinds of videos. But they are almost NEVER doing that by themselves: emotionally, financially, physically, they can improve that much BECAUSE they have strong support systems. And that is just as important, if not more so, than the fact that they are able to make that progress in the first place. Too many people look at stories like this, and then use it as an excuse to judge others: people like me, who have 'invisible illnesses' and look physically 'normal,' or others who on the surface appear to have less 'wrong' with us. Quite aside from how useless appearance alone is to assess the severity of medical problems, you CANNOT KNOW how much help anyone does or does not have (or need). The fact that someone who lost most of several limbs can become independent, with years of EXTENSIVE financial and physical and emotional support, says NOTHING about what anyone else "should" be able to do when they do not have as well-paved a path to recovery. The best way you can help ANYONE, regardless of what we/they may or may not be going through, is to listen to us. We do not assume we know what your life is like. Please do us the courtesy of returning the favor.

[@mercedesplay_more_kof8488]

That last case is super interesting because he has truly made the most of a horrific situation. He has spoken as well that he was an intense alcoholic at the time if I’m remembering correctly and thought that may have been a contributing factor in why he first got the infection and why he initially ignored some early symptoms. There’s lots of places you can see him talk about his medical crisis, recovery, and life after. Very moving.

[@gillneb4879]

That same assault happened to my dad like 40 years ago. The cord/wire caught him right by the neck and threw him and the bike back. He woke up with the bike completely totaled, covered in blood, and completely out of it. Physically, he healed fine, but he did get a nasty concussion.

[@dashiellgillingham4579]

On the eastern front, the Nazis started using bands of wire to decapitate officers in advancing jeeps and other staff cars. You will never see galactic rage on the scale of a vet familiar with it learning that any other human being ever did such a thing.

[@JackieOwl94]

These are why I insists my husband walk all the biking trails before biking them.

[@squidskid4934]

Are you talking about a bicycle or a motorcycle? So confusing when people say bikes meaning motorcycles.

[@nyancat8828]

@@squidskid4934 Well, to be fair, most people don't say they totaled their bicycle lol

[@holdensaia5962]

I am so happy your dad was able ok

[@havanafayre]

My dad died of AIDS when I was 9. But because of the stigma back then, they told me he died of valley fever. Seeing how frail and thin he got from a "supposed" fungal infection, terrified me. I was a massive hypochondriac through my late 20s. I'm 43 now and still have some lingering hypochondria. Usually when I'm really sick, I think the worst. I'm of the opinion that had they been honest with me, and as new information became available about it's transmission, I could have avoided thinking that the most benign things were going to kill me. It's definitely vital to be honest with your children, talk to them in terms they can understand, and check in with them often. And don't invalidate their concerns/fears by telling them that they are overreacting.

[@explodednajma]

My condolences for your dad. 😔💐

[@Mushroom321-]

Sad yet im glad you found out the truth.

[@chrisfolden7626]

That’s a lot of writing, sorry for your loss

[@Th3No0Bless]

I’m a hypochondriac for almost everything and I’m 12

[@ST4R3Y]

i thinnk im a hypochondriac..

[@ChantalOfTheNorth]

Thank you for adding that positivity and drive alone are not sufficient to heal after a major physical trauma. Resources are key. So many do not have them.

[@f.otosbysharon6034]

I remember seeing Alex Lewis's doc a couple years back and was stunned. But I was also in awe of his will to keep living. His family undoubtedly played a huge part. I can't imagine experiencing what he did, it inspires to keep moving forward.

[@carolinebonello195]

As someone with a rare genetic disorder, i highly appreciate Dr Mike highlighting the importance of genetic testing when a diagnosis is needed and a genetic disease is suspected. There needs to be more awareness and acknowledgement, and Dr Mike just did that 👏

[@kaylee1769]

It’s not that easy though 😭I have lots of mystery health problems and rare diseases and it’s hard to find a good genetic doctor and doctors who listen to you want you ask about it. Six years being chronic sick and fighting for a diagnosis and doctors just give up on me. I have diagnosed Gastroparesis and highly suspected EDS, MCAD, POTS but I feel like doctors don’t care anymore about fighting to find a diagnosis and referring me to a genetic doctor

[@Beelzebubby91]

@@kaylee1769I have exactly all the same issues as you do except MCAS. I had to be very assertive for myself from age 12-17 to get a diagnosis and I still am struggling. Do not give up! Be annoying, be assertive, do not go away. Do whatever it takes because this is your life and you matter.

[@bleachchugtidy2178]

It’s a shame that some symptoms are taken more seriously than others, my baby had strep A a few months ago, we went to A&E with breathing and speaking issues, a barking cough and a 39c fever. Most people took us seriously but for the doctor who discharged him the only symptom that mattered was his fever which had calmed down because the room was air conditioned, she gave him some paracetamol and sent us home at 4 am after only being admitted to the children’s ward for half an hour. Within a few hours he was completely unresponsive, we had to call an ambulance and despite trying multiple rounds of steroids they had to put him into a coma. Luckily he fully recovered and only the top layers of skin peeled from his hands and feet. The doctor doesn’t work at the hospital anymore.

[@horselover7398]

Im so happy that your baby is ok but so sad that it had to happen that way

[@holdensaia5962]

I am so glad you baby had no amputations. Losing layers of skin is rough but they grow back. Hope you have a wonderful life

[@Hannah-lp7dc]

That first one fills me with so much rage. When I was 12 (about 10 years ago), a young 15 year old boy I knew rode his dirt bike through the woods and struck a cord like that where the plastic covering had fell off. It crushed his throat and he barely made it home to his parents. He passed in surgery. His was an accident, but whoever did that fully meant to kill that man. Knowing someone did that willingly?? A vile act and a vile human.

[@letsart6434]

The last case brought tears to my eyes. I hope he continues to improve and live a happy fulfilling life

[@Aluvell]

My Father died of Toxic Shock Syndrome so I resonate on a high level with this patient Edit: It was Strep A Toxic Shock

[@janicelaurin7263]

I am sorry for your loss. It sounds like this Strep A spreads very fast. Losing a parent is a hard loss.

[@DrPsyc71]

I had the exact thing happen to me as happened to Alex. Thank GOD I survived and did not lose limbs as he did. However, it was the same strep type 1 and it struck me so quickly. I was in the hospital for many weeks and had wound care for over 3 years. I only had to have one actual surgery. I am SO blessed. Alex is amazing and my hat's off to him.

[@USNBOT]

Massive respect to Dr. Mike for not reacting even in the slightest to the Strep patient at the end. I gasped audibly when he was first shown as an amputee of so much of his body. Somethings you just can't control.

[@MjauDuuude]

Wow the voice one was amazing, his voice sounds so good. I can't imagine the relief and happiness for him

[@g1gachad]

I love the way Doctor mike is educational and entertaining at the same time

[@benjaminkonikoff2026]

I agree Gigachad

[@___1717]

yeah! :D

[@DignityForAllyt]

😊You

[@user-xb2ns3pi2l]

👍🏻👌🏻

[@lasrobbo]

Agreed by a fellow chad

[@NikiValentine]

Not me crying when the 1st patient said, "Hi, Mom." :')

[@Laniloohoo10]

That last case…I can’t imagine just one day seeing your husband or whoever and knowing that something is wrong and then the next thing you know they’re missing all of their limbs and etc. it’s so sad, but I’m so glad he’s recovered.

[@abbied3031]

That last case was so scary. When he started talking about the anxiety it made me think about my own anxiety. I’m so so so scared of being sick and things like that happening.

[@btsauthenticangel2624]

The 40 years old child got me into tears, especially when he wanted to sit on the doc's lap. That was really touching and sweet. 😭😭😭🥺🥺🥺

[@JustAshley9685]

The first story kinda reminds me of my father in law. He served in Vietnam and was hit by a Vietcong grenade. It shattered his larynx and he had his throat reconstructed in 1968. His brother was an oncologist and had connections with a doctor in Boston. They wrote about my father in law in Time Magazine-"A Marine Speaks Again" is the article name. In order to talk to us, he presses the trache tube and a raspy whisper comes out and honestly, I love to talk to him all day long and he loves it too because he nearly lost the ability to speak at all. He's his home town's hero. It's an incredible story. My late mother in law kept every single newspaper clipping and the issue of Time Magazine that my father in law was featured in. They had just gotten married before he was deployed too. Edits are spelling mistakes corrected lol

[@kirstenornelas881]

I had a boyfriend as a teenager and his best friend was beheaded by a guide wire. My dad was a first responder at the scene too and didn’t know until I got home from work.

[@GigglePoot23]

Oh my gosh that’s so sad… I’m sorry to hear that

[@kirstenornelas881]

@@GigglePoot23 thank you. That was the sadly the day my dad decided to go back into falling trees and couldn’t be a first responder anymore. He’d seen so many tragic things over the time he was working that job that affected him deeply. Little children and adults in horrible car accidents, and so many other things he responded to but I really think the fact that he had responded to something that directly affected one of his own children and the reality he faced that at some point it could be responding to one of us kids having an accident that really hit him hard. As tough as my dad was he had a huge heart and it really affected him deeply especially when things happened to us kids.

[@Tacttactification]

The strength of all of the people in this video brought me to tears. Thanks for helping them tell their stories.

[@Meldyy]

That mom said a rash AND crippling headaches AND no urine AND... Its terrible to be dismissed simply because you didnt tell your symptoms in the "right" order.. nobody outside of the medical field, in the stress of an emergency, will think about that. Its not our job, as a patient. It is the medical staff's responsibility to listen to everything we have to say in order to triage accordingly.

[@shenanikenz]

I love that Doctor Mike expressed that some people don’t have the advantages of a good and loving support system and the financial means to facilitate healing and growth. That recognition and the fact that he spoke on it says so much about his character. The world needs more empathy like this.

[@tazzyanderson1192]

9:20 It brought tears to my eyes to see Nicky walking to hug the doctor! That made my day! ❤❤❤

[@MoistCrumpet]

The thought of there being certain horrible things that can happen to our health for no known reason, and we can’t do anything to prevent it, is honestly pretty scary. Explaining that properly to a child would be really hard. But I’m glad that Alex has such a wonderful family who love and support him.

[@Iwillkillyouusingapawnorqueen]

00:35 that couldn't have been accidental. That was surely attempted murder. Happy new year!

[@lucadreissger]

DONT SAY IT LIKE THAT. 😭😭😭

[@ItsJustMe0585]

The toxic shock thing is TERRIFYING. Something happening so fast and seemingly random... :( I am very glad to see the support he got and the strength he has shown. Gives me such faith in people

[@Twinikletoes1234]

It’s always mad to me to see the coverage of Alex, his wife Lucy and their sweet boy. Growing up in the same small village as them and him doing speeches at my school and even serving them whilst waitressing in the local pub. You wouldn’t believe that such a thing happened to him without the visual aids but he is doing great things and he hasn’t let it stop him but in fact it has enhanced his life experiences and goals.

[@GummerHummerQueen]

I love seeing how Dr. Mike is so genuinely interested in the medical issues but mostly how much enjoys other's good outcomes♡

[@CoffeeFruits-World]

I want to find the first gentleman and shake his hand. What an incredible recovery!

[@bethbinns7346]

as a speech and language therapist / pathologist, every case in this video was equal parts fascinating and heartwarming - 2 of the 3 of them regaining their ability to communicate through speech and the other communicating through his body language by sitting on the doctors lap was just amazing and so inspiring 💗

[@DolliBunny]

Seeing the man learning to use his prosthetic arms made me want to cry and I'm not sure why. Maybe it was sadness, or maybe I was happy that he will be able to do things again. Maybe it's both.

[@Stalemarshmallow]

This story stunned and captivated me. I am so glad this man was able to pull through and live his life

[@therisingsun4828]

That last comment you made about the support system and having the funds is why I love and respect you, Doctor. You understand the people.

[@zarina6860]

Yes!

[@Raevynwing]

I've watched Alex and Nicky's documentaries and I have to say those families are so supportive and loving. Absolutely amazing. To me it felt like when Nikki went to sit on the doctor's lap and hug him it was like he was thanking him for releasing his parents from the guilt and pain they felt as if they had caused his condition.

[@ToastyNoneofyourbusiness]

I wouldn't be surprised if he did know that, on some level. People with disabilities or developmental delays often know more than people think they do.

[@xaviersoto3884]

i love that each of the people who live and love the people experiencing these stay with them dispite it not that i expect them not to but its very heart warming that that they love them so much.

[@Tokuijin]

The case of Nicky is something called "Syndrome x", otherwise known as "Neotenic Complex Syndrome". It's extremely rare, so much so that it didn't get a name until recently. This documentary was made before this condition was even named

[@dugr8005]

5:20 bro was born on 29th of february

[@trishtrish41]

The second story..I completely understand how this mother feels in guilt. I was diagnosed with Ankylosing Spondylitis ten years ago along with fibromyalgia. Since, as the disease has progressed it’s begun to bring neurological deficits. But both my 16 yr old daughter and my 18 yr old son also were both found to have the HLA-B27 gene making the autoimmune disease genetic. My daughters is very much active and my sons went into remission once his growth spurts and hormones situated. It’s hell watching your child be in pain. I’ve been in pain for ten years straight with no end. My spines begun fusing now which is causing a new set of problems. I don’t want this for my children. No one deserves to live in pain like this. Yet I just get fed pills and pushed off

[@iChristyD]

I babysat for a girl like Nicky when I lived in Georgia. Her parents were both nurses and hardly ever would leave her to go do something/night on the town. They worked different shifts so someone would always be home to be with her. She was almost 20 and she wasn’t much bigger than my Daughter who was around 8 months old when I first started watching her. She couldn’t walk or really even sit up. She could say a few words, but like her her brain also was far behind as well. She was a sweet girl, I enjoyed watching her even though it was a lot. I think she enjoyed being around my Daughter. She also loved for her nails to be painted, so her Mom would let me do that for her and she would just smile so big. She died about 2 years later, they had been told she would never live past a few days and she ended up dying in her early 20s.

[@meimei]

Watched Alex’s doc a year or so ago, and seeing both him and his family coming through the harder days despite how it happened so suddenly and the loss ❤

[@epilepsi]

Hi Dr. Mike, I would like to comment a bit regarding the 911 call from the patient's wife, maybe to give some perspective from our side, as a layman person. I think as a normal patient or a carer especially a family member, usually we will report the most obvious signs, or the things that we can see at the moment, than we relate all the signs and symptoms that we / the patient has experience before. Maybe because of the panic, and most importantly because we don't know which information is important / useful, so we usually tell it chronologically. I agree with you pointing out the importance of giving the most important simptom 1st, however I would also like you to know, we don't know which is most important. 😅. I hope I get my points across. Sorry for any confusion and thank you again for the video.👍

[@BubblyViolin11]

You’ve hit the nail on the head. This is especially true when you haven’t had a lot of experience with medical issues. It wasn’t until my mom’s second major hospital visit that I was told to lead with the biggest/most serious symptom.

[@rustyhowe3907]

It's interesting how I've come to respond with the more critical issues first due to being an at home carer for a disabled parent. Consistent crisis does things to you for sure.

[@skippiijoy21]

This is so true! I'm lucky to have an EMT/phlebotomist trained mom, so when I have to go to urgent care or the ER, the doctor's/triage and I have a translator for much easier communication. I wish everyone had a person who could help navigate the terminology

[@wyterabitt2149]

It's also not necessarily true, the rash is at least as important and maybe slightly more so. Major rash in this situation is a big sign for many deadly infections and things like sepsis.

[@Amostar2557]

I appreciated how you pointed out that not everyone has access to a good support system or funds. Yes, you can do everything in your control to go out and love your life, but some things just aren’t in your control and aren’t easily changeable. I feel like a lot of people see inspirational stories and then use them to belittle others who “aren’t worse off” than those people, and then they think others should be doing more and have very little empathy when they’re not doing “enough”.

[@jamie8717]

What Dr. Mike says at 10:41 is so true. 5 years ago my mom and her fiancé woke me up in the middle of the night because he was having shortness of breath and his breathing was off. My mom was a PTA with 30 some years under her belt at this point, and right away wanted me to call an ambulance so I did and described his symptoms. 5 EMT’s arrived and after observing him they said it was likely just age related. Maybe he was sick and to just keep an eye on him. My mom started getting desperate at this point- and she noticed his expression getting somewhat droopy and was increasingly worried- saying he should still be taken to the hospital because it looked like it could be the onset of a stroke. They didn’t think it was necessary but after my mom’s nagging they agreed to rush him to the ER. I’m glad my mom knew what she was walking about- because they caught it right before it would’ve caused irreparable damage. He ended up suffering a small stroke by his brain stem I think. If they had waited any longer the doctor said he would’ve been dead. He had to get physical therapy and rehab for a bit. His swallowing, walking on his left side, and speech were off for a bit- but 5 years later and with the help of my mom keeping him on track yo recovering, he fully speaks normal again and has minimal difficulty walking and swallowing. If she didn’t have that expertise that night, he probably would’ve died.

[@louiseb6111]

I remember seeing Alex on This Morning MANY years ago and was just amazed at this man's strength and will. He's something else...🥰👌!!!

[@lindadurrant43]

there has been a number of strep A cases in our kids here in england. there have been atleast 19 deaths in the run up to the holidays and a lot where under 10yrs old

[@sophiekerr8964]

It’s from iGAS, a separate rare condition but is related to Strep A. Also scary how untreated strep can lead to other complications too eg sepsis. People definitely need to get educated on it. I hope they can make something to test for it at home especially for families with young children

[@charlene5017]

@@sophiekerr8964 IGAS just stands 'for invasive group a strep', so saying it's related to Strep A is kind of understating it.

[@alice45-fgd-456drt]

That's insane, I'd expect it in a country where people have no access to healthcare, but England??!

[@lindadurrant43]

@@alice45-fgd-456drt i know its crazy but, we have had a lot of problems lately with healthcare workers going on strike (and, i dont blame them ) and, not being able to get drs appointments

[@AuskaDezjArdamaath]

There’s been a lot of step A cases in North America as well. At least half a dozen deaths over the Holidays in Montreal. It’s not just the UK.

[@Selenba1]

Hearing you talk about multiple endocrine neoplasia has made me feel so blessed, I feel represented and it is so nice to hear someone be aware of this rare genetic disorder ❤

[@meegingernoodles91]

Same here ❤️

[@g.3521]

I'm not kidding you, I read the 'multiple endocrine neoplasia' part of your comment the EXACT moment dr mike said it

[@MissMiseryGloom]

Thank you for covering these cases and so much for ending on the note that the last man had very good support system and apparent funds for medical treatment/recreation. The disability cases that get covered tend to be ones like that and most people don't realize that the majority of disabled people are not in that situation and are struggling immensely.

[@meimei]

Seeing the doc in the first more amazed on his patients recovery than what he managed to do is amazing ❤

[@KittyMax97]

That first one almost happened to my dad and his friend when they were teens, only it was barbed wire. They were on a motor bike or four wheeler (I’m not sure) going down a trail they used all the time. It was right next to a cranky farmer who always claimed they were going through his property. They went down one day and luckily my dad noticed the wire last second. there were no signs or any warning, which is illegal where they lived. My dad turned sharp and his friend put a hand out in front of his neck on instinct to catch the wire. They ended up parallel to it, but the barb wire sliced through my dad’s friend’s hand. If he hadn’t caught it, it would have been his neck. His hand is still covered in scars today.

[@jenreu]

9:26 just love it when you (@drmike ) are emotional and your eyes lit up!! 🥰🥰🥰🥰🥰🥰

[@thestickman595]

This is so inspiring! Alex Lewis story of resilience and courage is truly remarkable. Congratulations to him and the entire team for restoring his voice. Dr. Mike, your videos are always so informative and inspiring. Keep up the great work!

[@notsparks]

As someone who has been through a lot medically and struggle often, I appreciate seeing these amazing successm stories in overcoming adversity. Knowing that it's possible gives me the drive to push forward and try to overcome obstacles life has thrown at me. If someone can get their voice back and learn to function with prosthetics I can function with significant nerve damage. It's functioning differently and it's difficult, and like a lot of things sometimes just takes the right person to show you a different way that works better for you. I was told I wouldn't live a month and I am here 10 years later, was told I wouldn't walk again and walk at least a mile a day (although quiet slowly and sometimes will still fall and am unable to get up), was told coming off of opiates would kill me and haven't had any in 4 years. Small, realistic, measurable goals that can be celebrated give drive to set more attainable goals and that's really the path to succeed.

[@annamix5026]

1:41 as a transplant patient, can confirm. When I got Covid six months after my surgery, I was terrified of another hospital stay. After a transplant, some peoples immune systems are worse than others. I actually didn’t get that sick compared to my mom who had just recovered from Covid and is otherwise completely healthy. I had to get an IV of antibodies that only took 45 minutes and then I was fine.

[@LadyVenus125]

​@Danny miller Please, stop being a creep.

[@BrandonWestfall]

What's insane is the guy from the first story probably wasn't even charged for almost killing him. Who in their right mind runs a cable across a path like that? What a psycho.

[@Ryjxz]

Hey Mike can you look at Damar Hamlins injury, he made a routine tackle in a NFL game but was hit in the chest by a Helmet with force and then collapsed on the field and needed CPR and the Defibrillator

[@HeroLexx]

Im sorry the moment we heard him speak for the first time, outside of the hospital, i was just in awe. Like this man gave this guy a voice again, something he was without for so long.

[@itsdinoplays]

The worried expression on doctor mike’s face shows how much he cares for his patients and humans in general 🥺 Happy new year Dr Mike!.

[@LaineyBug2020]

When Nicky went to sit on the Doctor's lap I just lost it.

[@khushbooprasad6519]

I'm grateful for the fact that Dr. Mike mentions the presence of a good support system and a financial stability enough to allow the guy to get better with his condition and take his time. Yes, not everyone has such support. And I will forever be grateful to people who mention this instead of just naming a thousand expensive proceduresyou can do to get better

[@Ollietheoutstanding]

Not denying a good support system is vital but just worth celebrating the NHS who provide all the procedures medication ect for free.

[@d-rosano9909]

I am proud for the last one. i started to appreciate more about doctors that they help the disabled to live like they ever wanted to be.

[@MrFunkyCabbage]

I'm glad that you broiught up the fact that awareness educated you too, even a doctor. I was diagnosed with ADHD when I was in my early teens, and until I was 42, I never really had any education about it. I was merely treated with medication and sent off back into the wild. Once I was mvoed to a different clinic, I finally found a team that took time to teach me the little bits, ins and outs and all sorts about the condition, how it affects me AND how if affects others. awareness into anything, any condition, any problem, anything, is the first step to resolving the issue. Without awareness, who knows its even there.

[@Ayyooo2202]

Happy new years it’s 2023 let’s see what doc has in stores for us

[@jourdanhamme4065]

These are three videos I've wanted Dr. Mike to watch for years. Yay 😊 Also, to ask the people in the videos today, thank you for sharing your stories and I hope you all are happy and thriving ❤️

[@rodruvalcaba]

I really like the way you make emphasis in the human aspect of everything. Your attitude is amazing, not delusional positivity, a very human and understanding way o seeing things. You are great, doc.

[@outside8312]

The first one is what they used to train scouts to do in case of invasion. They carried on teaching them after the war for a while as fears a third would break out. I wonder if that was one accidentally left up.

[@driesjansen3273]

was prob from a person that lives close-by that is pissed by all the traffic on dirt roads

[@FloodExterminator]

Yup. Wehrmacht did this during WW2 to counter Jeeps of the time. Soldiers ended up welding solid metal pipes vertically to the middle of the front bumper to snap the piano wire that the Wehrmacht used.

[@dietotaku]

that was no accident. that was a booby trap set specifically to stop bikers and other recreational vehicles. i would go so far as to call it attempted murder since they know that set up can take someone's head clean off.

[@KingGoji54]

I dont mountain bike, but imagine having the time of your life, having fun, doing crazy tricks, but then getting your head clean chopped off :(

[@allshookup1640]

Some have been known to set up CHEESE WIRE and the like up which would slice right through your throat if not take your head clean off. Its incredibly cruel and definitely attempted murder. If you want to stop bikers on your property then put up a gate! Something they can see and stop safely!

[@seanrasmussen2877]

Lol just noticed that half the comments are "I love how Doctor Mike is entertaining AND educational!" It's true, but still 🤣🤣

[@hinnah5954]

probably bots tbh

[@sadmermaid]

Bots

[@hungrycolby]

Thanks for adding that last part about having access to resources, support (people), and funds all being tied to rehabilitation. It can be very frustrating for someone dealing with their own medical struggles to hear "inspirational" stories where people say things like that gal did, "attitude of mind" and "if you want your life, you will go out and get it." Yes, a positive attitude may help, and yes you may have the mind to get your life back. But the reality is it's not that simple.

[@hammiescute]

The first one🥹 I can't his smile was way to wholesome

[@CharleyWales1999]

Literally led here with a smile on my face at the beautiful experience that gentleman had with his larynx transplant. I hope he's doing well now!

[@noahgidley631]

Question, how do you deal with the thought that anyone could be the victim to horrible things? (For example things that happen in movies where you have a long painful death, how do you cope) It has to be someone right?

[@genozuzek7401]

Gee, I was never so encouraged to be a nobody. 😁

[@pas_du_tout]

That's why health anxiety exists.

[@chrisjfox8715]

Live every moment of your life to the fullest.

[@paramtageja6891]

Pretty sure this would come under an anxiety disorder probably a phobia. By definition phobia is an irrational fear of something, someone or even a situation. There are various therapies used by psycholgists for these psychological problems. Can be psychodynamic, behavioural maybe RET too

[@noahgidley631]

@@paramtageja6891 how do i find out the cause of my fear

[@Rae349]

Wow that was amazing, Thank you doctors. We need more people like that.

[@caoimhemccartan4917]

When I first heard the first story I thought it was the baby that got sick, but it's worst for the father because it's worse because his son was really young also be lived most of his life being able to walk and to have that being taken away from you is just terrible. But I'm glad he is getting better and his family stayed with him during that tough time. I'm also really glad the son is OK

[@hannahgrace5668]

All the information that you give to others is amazing. I’m glad you’re a doctor and a KZbin ❤️

[@ontherocksjojo]

I've wanted to do genetic testing this past year. They did some genetic testing on my grandma before she passed because she had an aggressive uterine cancer that showed signs of being genetic. She got her results and had three or four genetic markers for cancer. At that point, her children (my aunts, uncle, and dad) were eligible to go get genetic testing for free because of the findings in my grandma, but they had to do it within a specific timeframe. For me to be able to do it, my dad would have had to go get genetic testing and have a positive test, like my grandma. None of them did it. I see a lot of similarities between my grandma's situations and mine, so it would be nice to know if I carried any genetic markers for cancer. It wouldn't bother me if I did know. It bothers me that I don't know. I have a history of finding lumps in my breasts/armpits, and she had a genetic marker for breast cancer, and she also actually had breast cancer when she passed away. At this point in my life I'm probably not having children (I'm turning 34 tomorrow), but if I changed my mind I think it would be nice to know what I could be possibly passing down, cancer wise.

[@mikacakes]

Thank you for pointing out how much of a role Alex Lewis's support network played in his recovery. I'm recovering from a back injury and have no one, no family in my country and no funds to make life easier, no one to take me to appointments, no one to help me cook and clean. When you're on your own you are constantly reinjuring yourself or worsening or prolonging the healing period because its impossible to not. Good outcomes typically come from good support systems.

[@anteshell]

My friend's brother was diagnosed with something similar as the second person here, Nicky Freeman. He wasn't nearly as bad as Nicky and was born healthy but he developed about 2/3 the normal speed. I have no idea about the rest of the story as we lost contact with the friend and could never connect afterwards.

[@JustGerryNow]

Thank you for pointing out Alex's support systems (emotional, physical, and financial) and how that isnt the case for a lot of other people in similar situations

[@Rossyreese]

Happy new year everyone hope all of you start your year with happiness

[@marybell8995]

Dr Mike my pulmonologist and I had been treating a chronic bad cough like it was my asthma and chalked it up to my lungs being damaged from pulmonary embolisms too. I am heterozygous for Factor V Leiden. This went on for over a year. Coughing everyday a couple dozen times. She put me on omeprazole. So much better. Turns out she has that reflux issue too!! Totally why she’s now catching in it in her patients. I hope you hug your patients when they need it. When my dad died my psychiatrist asked it I needed a hug. Hell yeah I did. That morning the barista I made friends with who knew he was in hospice saw my face and told me to come in. The whole crew gave me hugs. Thank goodness it was early on a Sunday so they weren’t busy. Hugs are good medicine.

[@mairinixon1]

What you said from 7:20-7:50 is something so helpful that so many people would benefit from understanding more about. Most professionals provide pretty basic techniques to battle anxiety and depression, but that tool is practical and instantaneously effective. Good work!

[@zahraalhussein1912]

Happy New Year to all! Thank you Doctor Mike and the whole crew for such an amazing year filled with joy and so many educational points taught in a simple, fun manner. Looking forward to another year of awesomeness!

[@orutakawatenga8820]

The person who strung that wire needs to be charged with attempted murder, because that's what s/he wanted to happen & congrats to the patient for being able talk again.

[@Xxnightwolf66xX]

your immediate and accurate diagnosis is exactly why we should always seek professional help first, always shocked by your educated guesses, wish uk doctors had this level of education. thank you for spreading positivity.

[@butterflywood]

In each situation, there were supportive family, friends and care team. I think that was simply lovely and further supports the theory of positive atomsphere = faster healing. I also appericate the advice that Dr. Mike was giving about not just the patient, but about the patients relations. We all need help to know how to react and aid those who are injured and ill.