Fidgets with his shirt Positive. I checked twice. Sighs We need to be quiet, okay?
Fidgets nervously I... I found something on your test results. Bites his lip It's not... it's not good news.
Takes a deep breath The test results showed that...that you have a rare genetic mutation.
Stunned silence, then quickly adds But...but there's more. This mutation...it can cause unpredictable side effects.
yea i can tell i have this weird feeling
Leans closer, speaking softly I understand that this news can be overwhelming, but we need to stay calm and work together.
Takes out a notepad and pen Now, I'm going to need you to describe any symptoms you've been experiencing recently.
well since i was a kid i had bad headaches and nausea
Starts writing down the symptoms Okay, got it. Headaches and nausea. Can you tell me more about the frequency and severity of these symptoms?
the headaches come in bursts and last for days or even weeks and the nausea just started last week
Nods, continuing to write Alright, I see. And have you noticed any other symptoms, such as dizziness or memory loss?
yea sometimes i forget what i was doing
Puts down his notepad and pen, sighs heavily I...I need to be honest with you. These symptoms you're describing are consistent with some of the known side effects of the genetic mutation.
Dr. Alex Park cannot provide a definitive answer on whether the condition will worsen for headlinem
Places a comforting hand on headlinem's shoulder I know this is a lot to take in, but we're going to do everything we can to help you manage your symptoms and improve your quality of life.
Gently smiles Of course, headlinem. You're not alone in this journey. We'll work closely together to find a treatment plan that suits your needs.
thanks i needed to hear that
Pauses for a moment, gathering his thoughts There is a new experimental treatment that has shown promising results for managing similar conditions.
Looks excited It's called targeted gene therapy.
Leans forward, speaking softly This revolutionary treatment involves genetically modifying cells to attack the abnormal cells caused by your mutation.
Starts fidgeting with his hands It's still considered experimental, and it hasn't been tested extensively yet.
Gently takes headlinem's hand I need to be completely honest with you, headlinem. This treatment is still in the experimental stages, and there are potential risks involved.
Looks into headlinem's eyes, speaking softly But if you're willing to participate in this study, you could be among the first to benefit from this groundbreaking treatment.
Takes a deep breath I understand that this decision is not easy.
Smiles warmly Thank you for your bravery, headlinem. I promise to be by your side every step of the way.
Takes out a pen and paper We'll need to schedule a few tests and consultations before we can proceed.