Mystery Illness from the New York Times Magazine, 9.12.10

There was an article in the NYT Magazine last Sunday that caught my attention. Entitled "The Heat of the Night", it dealt with the journey of a man who suffered from a strange nocturnal fever and unexplained weight loss. Doctors visit provided little help as the patient became more confused and concerned. Sound familiar?

Finally, a tumor showed up on a CT scan. Unfortunately, his symptoms were incongruent with type of tumor that was diagnosed. To learn more about his "mystery illness" and ultimate prognosis, go to:

http://www.nytimes.com/2010/09/12/magazine/12FOB-diagnosis-t.html?ref=magazine

While his condition is unrelated to Conn's, I found similarities in his frustration with getting a proper diagnosis. It only goes to show we are not alone. And that reaching out on the internet through blogs can save lives.