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Hello,
I have been diagnosed with Charcot Marie Tooth disease, which is a hereditary peripheral neuropathy. I was diagnosed when I was a sophomore in high school and now I am a freshman in college. This disease runs pretty strongly in my family (my brother has it, my mother has it, my aunt has it, etc. etc.). My only symptoms at this time are tight Achilles tendon, high arches, weak ankles, tight hamstrings, and hammertoes. My dream for a while now has been to become a physical therapist, but I'm wondering if my disease will affect my performance in this field, since this is a very progressive disease. My hands are not affected at all, but they could be in the future. I thought maybe the knowledge of the human body would help me better take care of myself and my loved ones. I would love to still go in to the medical field somehow. Is there a better alternative for me? Or should I stick with it? I've also considered occupational therapy. I am getting very good grades right now, so that shouldn't be a problem. Thoughts? Thank you!
I have been diagnosed with Charcot Marie Tooth disease, which is a hereditary peripheral neuropathy. I was diagnosed when I was a sophomore in high school and now I am a freshman in college. This disease runs pretty strongly in my family (my brother has it, my mother has it, my aunt has it, etc. etc.). My only symptoms at this time are tight Achilles tendon, high arches, weak ankles, tight hamstrings, and hammertoes. My dream for a while now has been to become a physical therapist, but I'm wondering if my disease will affect my performance in this field, since this is a very progressive disease. My hands are not affected at all, but they could be in the future. I thought maybe the knowledge of the human body would help me better take care of myself and my loved ones. I would love to still go in to the medical field somehow. Is there a better alternative for me? Or should I stick with it? I've also considered occupational therapy. I am getting very good grades right now, so that shouldn't be a problem. Thoughts? Thank you!