A group of people gathered to participate in a game where they had to match themselves with a specific medication based on their medical conditions, lifestyle, and experiences. The participants shared their personal stories, struggles, and reasons for taking their medications, which included testosterone for hormone replacement therapy, lamotrigine for seizures, and medications for conditions like Crohn's disease, anxiety, and depression. The game aimed to raise awareness about different medical conditions, medications, and the importance of understanding and empathy towards individuals with various health struggles.
Here are the key facts extracted from the text:
1. Caleb Gustin is an ER nurse.
2. Jeff Bazan is an ER nurse.
3. Tatiana is a participant in a game or activity involving matching people with drugs.
4. Prednisone is an inflammation medication.
5. Lamotrigine is a seizure medication.
6. Prion is a medication that can be used to lower blood pressure.
7. Depo-testosterone is a steroid used by some trans people for hormone replacement therapy.
8. Clonazepam is an antidepressant medication.
9. One participant has social anxiety and takes medication for it.
10. Another participant is a construction worker who has back pain and takes medication for it.
11. A participant named Selim has epilepsy caused by a bicycle accident.
12. Selim has memory loss due to the accident and takes medication twice a day to control seizures.
13. A participant is transgender and uses testosterone as hormone replacement therapy.
14. The participant has been taking testosterone for four and a half years.
15. A participant has Crohn's disease and takes medication that can cause calcium deficiency.
16. The participant has to be careful about their diet to avoid high-copper foods like chocolate and seafood.
17. A participant was diagnosed with a disease at age nine after their sister passed away from the same disease.
18. The participant takes a medication that costs $40,000 per month without insurance.
19. A participant takes medication for social anxiety and panic attacks, but only as needed.
20. The participant goes to therapy every week to manage their mental health.