Mom gets answers after fighting for diagnosis: "Something's wrong"

Michelle Williams' years of unexplained high blood pressure and swelling finally led to a rare diagnosis of a kidney condition called IgM monoclonal gammopathy-related nephropathy. After a long struggle to get the right answers, she received life-changing treatment at the Cleveland Clinic. This case highlights the importance of persistence in medical diagnoses, especially for conditions that are uncommon. Her journey underscores the need for healthcare systems to improve diagnostic accuracy and the urgency for patients to advocate for themselves when symptoms persist.