I have hydrocephalus
Diagnosed In-utero
Abbi
Abbi shares her journey with hydrocephalus, from early shunt surgeries and school challenges to college, gaming, and finding strength in her support system.
Diagnosed at 9 Months
Dernel
Dernel shares her journey with hydrocephalus, from childhood shunt surgery to finding community, pursuing her passions, and persevering through challenges.
Diagnosed At Birth
Amanda
Amanda reflects on growing up with hydrocephalus, overcoming painful challenges, and finding confidence, purpose, and her voice.
Diagnosed at Birth
Angel
Angel shares how living with hydrocephalus has shaped his resilience, communication, independence, and connection to his community.
Diagnosed at 9 months
Joseph
Joseph was diagnosed with hydrocephalus in infancy and continues to pursue his goals in education, work, and family life while navigating its challenges.
Diagnosed In-utero
Nancy
Nancy was born with hydrocephalus and spina bifida and continues to use her story to challenge stereotypes, raise awareness, and inspire others.
Diagnosed In-utero
Zoe
Zoe was diagnosed with congenital hydrocephalus in utero and uses her art, writing, and filmmaking to raise awareness and inspire others.
Diagnosed at 4 Months
Hilda-Ann
Hilda-Ann was diagnosed with hydrocephalus in infancy and has turned a life of challenges into a journey of resilience, advocacy, and purpose.
Diagnosed at 6 Weeks
Laura
Laura was diagnosed with hydrocephalus caused by Dandy-Walker syndrome and has turned lifelong challenges into resilience, advocacy, and hope.
Diagnosed In-utero
Syreniti
Syreniti was born with hydrocephalus and defied expectations, using her journey to fuel her passion for helping others.
Diagnosed at 13
Angel
Angel was diagnosed with hydrocephalus after years without answers and has spent decades living fully, finding joy in family and grandchildren
Diagnosed at 6
Kyle
Kyle navigated hydrocephalus and constant surgeries while in medical school, transforming patient experience into a career in academic medicine.
Diagnosed At Birth
Sophia
Sophia was born with hydrocephalus and faced lifelong health challenges. Now a fitness coach and author, she inspires others to overcome and thrive.
Diagnosed In-utero
Gaelle
Born with hydrocephalus, Gaelle has faced countless surgeries and setbacks, yet continues to inspire others through her strength and optimism.
Diagnosed at 53
Scott
Scott’s journey with hydrocephalus is one of strength and perseverance—overcoming paralysis and finding purpose in helping others heal.
Diagnosed In-utero
Lindsay
Lindsay was diagnosed with hydrocephalus before birth. After multiple surgeries and vision loss, she found purpose teaching students with visual impairments.
Diagnosed at 3 Months
Lilien
Lilien was diagnosed with hydrocephalus at 3 months old and has undergone 11 surgeries. Now 21, she’s thriving in her third year of medical school in Austria.
Diagnosed at 10
Callie
Callie refuses to let hydrocephalus or seizures stop her. This fall, she begins her journey toward a Theater Arts degree and her dream career.
Diagnosed at 16
Wesley
Wesley’s hydrocephalus was discovered after football in high school. Now he’s living with hydrocephalus, teaching, and inspiring others with his story.
Diagnosed At Birth
Anna
Anna, diagnosed with hydrocephalus at birth, endured 18 brain surgeries and challenges, yet thrives in her career, theater, and community leadership.



















