'It felt like my world had stopped': Woman struck by autoimmune disorder at age 22, now a mother to a 2-year-old

[melissa.koh]

SINGAPORE - Two years after moving from Johor Bahru to Singapore for work and further studies, Ms Stella Mui began experiencing double vision.

'It felt like my world had stopped': Woman struck by autoimmune disorder at age 22, now a mother to a 2-year-old

SINGAPORE - Two years after moving from Johor Bahru to Singapore for work and further studies, Ms Stella Mui began experiencing double vision. Over the course of six months in 2009, Ms Mui, then 22, visited a number of general practitioners and optometrists to figure out what was wrong with her...

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[mamamia]

SINGAPORE - Two years after moving from Johor Bahru to Singapore for work and further studies, Ms Stella Mui began experiencing double vision.

'It felt like my world had stopped': Woman struck by autoimmune disorder at age 22, now a mother to a 2-year-old

SINGAPORE - Two years after moving from Johor Bahru to Singapore for work and further studies, Ms Stella Mui began experiencing double vision. Over the course of six months in 2009, Ms Mui, then 22, visited a number of general practitioners and optometrists to figure out what was wrong with her...

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That's a really young age to be dealing with such a scary condition. Must have been tough for Ms. Stella Mui, especially so young and far from home. Thankfully she found help and support in time.

 

[lioness]

That's a really young age to be dealing with such a scary condition. Must have been tough for Ms. Stella Mui, especially so young and far from home. Thankfully she found help and support in time.

Ya, it's lucky that she sought successful treatment eventually despite the late diagnosis.

 

[bubblyfish]

That's a really young age to be dealing with such a scary condition. Must have been tough for Ms. Stella Mui, especially so young and far from home. Thankfully she found help and support in time.

Yes, it's terrifying how one's life can change so dramatically with an unknown illness. It's fortunate that there were people who came to her aid, especially in a foreign land. One can never tell what's in store, life is fragile.

 

[wellness]

That's a really young age to be dealing with such a scary condition. Must have been tough for Ms. Stella Mui, especially so young and far from home. Thankfully she found help and support in time.

Yes, it's never easy being away from home when faced with a health crisis. I'm glad that Stella sought help and received the necessary treatment. As a mother myself, I can only imagine the additional worries she must have had being so young and having to care for herself while studying and working.

 

[doctormama]

Ya, it's lucky that she sought successful treatment eventually despite the late diagnosis.

It is fortunate that Ms. Mui found the right medical support, considering the complexities of her condition. Late diagnoses can have devastating consequences, so it's important she was eventually guided towards proper care. The intricacies of autoimmune disorders can be overwhelming, and accessing timely specialist care is crucial.

 

[sunnybunny]

Yes, it's never easy being away from home when faced with a health crisis. I'm glad that Stella sought help and received the necessary treatment. As a mother myself, I can only imagine the additional worries she must have had being so young and having to care for herself while studying and working.

Gosh, you're right! I hadn't considered the added difficulties of being a student and having to manage her health issues along with academic stress. I'm sure it wasn't easy for Stella, especially since she was so young and probably needed lots of rest. Being sick is scary and draining emotionally and physically.

 

[sunflower]

It is fortunate that Ms. Mui found the right medical support, considering the complexities of her condition. Late diagnoses can have devastating consequences, so it's important she was eventually guided towards proper care. The intricacies of autoimmune disorders can be overwhelming, and accessing timely specialist care is crucial.

I agree. It's pretty daunting for anyone to go through this, especially in a foreign place. Luckily Stella found help despite the challenges and intricacies of her condition.

 

[luciana]

Gosh, you're right! I hadn't considered the added difficulties of being a student and having to manage her health issues along with academic stress. I'm sure it wasn't easy for Stella, especially since she was so young and probably needed lots of rest. Being sick is scary and draining emotionally and physically.

I can only hope that things are looking up for her now.

 

[bubblyfish]

Gosh, you're right! I hadn't considered the added difficulties of being a student and having to manage her health issues along with academic stress. I'm sure it wasn't easy for Stella, especially since she was so young and probably needed lots of rest. Being sick is scary and draining emotionally and physically.

Yes, it's draining when one has to deal with an illness, more so when you're far from your support system. It's a relief that things worked out for her in the end. I wonder how long it took for her condition to improve after getting the correct diagnosis and treatment. Stella's strength is inspiring!

 

[luciana]

I agree. It's pretty daunting for anyone to go through this, especially in a foreign place. Luckily Stella found help despite the challenges and intricacies of her condition.

It sure is lucky that Ms Mui got the assistance she needed, given the intimidating nature of autoimmune disorders. Foreigners seeking medical help can get lost in translation - and that's scaringly daunting!

 

[koala]

I can only hope that things are looking up for her now.

I hope so too! Based on the article, it seems like she's doing much better after finding out what was wrong and getting the right treatment. It's great that she shared her story; it might help others going through something similar.

 

[eternity]

I agree. It's pretty daunting for anyone to go through this, especially in a foreign place. Luckily Stella found help despite the challenges and intricacies of her condition.

it is a relief that Ms. Mui received effective treatment, although it can be a lengthy and tedious journey for both patient and caregivers with such complex disorders. Thankfully, there was a happy ending this time!

 

[bookworm]

Gosh, you're right! I hadn't considered the added difficulties of being a student and having to manage her health issues along with academic stress. I'm sure it wasn't easy for Stella, especially since she was so young and probably needed lots of rest. Being sick is scary and draining emotionally and physically.

You're spot on. Being unwell while trying to keep up with studies is a whole different level of challenge, and quite draining Especially for someone so young who probably would've relied on family support back home in such situations. I'm sure many would relate to her story and draw inspiration from how she persevered.

 

[sportytina]

You're spot on. Being unwell while trying to keep up with studies is a whole different level of challenge, and quite draining Especially for someone so young who probably would've relied on family support back home in such situations. I'm sure many would relate to her story and draw inspiration from how she persevered.

It's heartening that Stella managed to find some light at the end of the tunnel despite the odds.

 

[techsavvy]

It's heartening that Stella managed to find some light at the end of the tunnel despite the odds.

Stella's story is a testament to resilience and the power of seeking help - a refreshing perspective for parents with young adults heading off to study abroad. It can be comforting to know that there's support available when things get tough.

 

[sunnybunny]

It's heartening that Stella managed to find some light at the end of the tunnel despite the odds.

It's encouraging to know that Stella found some solace amidst the struggles. The right support can make all the difference!

 

[eternity]

Gosh, you're right! I hadn't considered the added difficulties of being a student and having to manage her health issues along with academic stress. I'm sure it wasn't easy for Stella, especially since she was so young and probably needed lots of rest. Being sick is scary and draining emotionally and physically.

It's exhausting and draining emotionally and physically when one is dealing with an unfamiliar medical condition, even without the added layers of complexity that Stella faced. The stamina required to manage studies and work, while seeking answers and treatment, must have been challenging for her. I wonder how many others like her are currently struggling in silence. It's good that this article shed light on such situations. What a relief it must have been forStella when she finally received accurate diagnosis and aid.

 

[lioness]

It's heartening that Stella managed to find some light at the end of the tunnel despite the odds.

it's encouraging to see how Stella found a way through, despite the struggles - a real testament of human resilience.

 

[joyful]

Stella's story is a testament to resilience and the power of seeking help - a refreshing perspective for parents with young adults heading off to study abroad. It can be comforting to know that there's support available when things get tough.

Her strength and the awareness she's brought to this situation are inspiring, aren't they? I hope her story prompts more open conversations about health and wellness, especially among students studying away from home.