Natasha and Cheryl discuss her treatment journey, how her social life was affected by JIA, the importance of diet and stress management in her treatment plan, and why Natasha formed the nonprofit Take a Pain Check.

Episode at a glance:

Natasha’s diagnosis story and early experiences with juvenile idiopathic arthritis
Different treatments Natasha has tried, including steroid joint injections, methotrexate, biologic medications, nutrition and dietary changes, Ayurvedic medicine, meditation and other lifestyle changes
How Natasha’s mother helped support and advocate for her when it felt like “nothing was working” in her treatment plan
How Natasha navigates peer pressure to drink
Ways Natasha manages stress while living with juvenile idiopathic arthritis
The importance of cultural representation and what it means for Natasha to see other South Asian people in the chronic illness community
Things that bring Natasha joy, including singing
Natasha’s inspiration for forming the nonprofit Take a Pain Check
The importance of patient involvement in research and advocacy

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