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202043 minPGdocumentary

Why Is Emily Screaming?

202043 minPGdocumentary

Parents seek answers for their baby's unexplained crying while individuals share experiences of misdiagnosed medical conditions and their paths to proper diagnoses.

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Channel: Banijay Documentaries

Why Is Emily Screaming?

2020• 43 minPG

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Parents seek answers for their baby's unexplained crying while individuals share experiences of misdiagnosed medical conditions and their paths to proper diagnoses.

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Parents in the United States seek answers for their infant daughter Emily, who is crying and holding her cheek, prompting concerns about her health. Meanwhile, a woman experiences rapid weight gain of 100 pounds in three months, accompanied by severe acne, skin tags, and the cessation of menstruation. These personal accounts highlight the struggles of individuals facing un or misdiagnosed medical conditions, emphasizing the challenges in obtaining accurate diagnoses and effective treatment.

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