The Sunflower Conversations
The Sunflower Conversations
Hidden Disabilities Sunflower
Palindromic Rheumatism, Comorbidities and Neurodivergence with Danielle Cudjoe Michalksi
42 minutes Posted Feb 1, 2026 at 1:00 am.
Meet Danielle And Today’s Focus
Visual Descriptions And Inclusion
Danielle’s Diagnoses And Comorbidities
Path To Diagnosis And Early Flares
Fertility Journey And Severe Complications
Hidden Disabilities And Misperception
What Fascia Is And Why It Matters
Therapies, Tension, And Daily Management
Palindromic Rheumatism Explained
Mental Health, Energy, And Work Impact
Fatigue, Swelling, And Practical Aids
Community Power Of The Sunflower
NFC Extra Card And Access Needs
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Danielle is neurodivergent and lives with palindromic rheumatism, undifferentiated connective tissue disorder, endometriosis, and adenomyosis. We hear how her conditions intersect and why comorbidities complicate care. Danielle explains fascia and its effects on her body and organs. She also clarifies what palindromic rheumatism is: during flare-ups, pain moves around the body in episodes lasting hours or months, and a defining feature is the absence of joint damage, which often delays diagno...