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UK Health Radio Podcast
31: The Hirschsprung’s Hour with Tom Richard - Episode 31
31: The Hirschsprung’s Hour with Tom Richard - Episode 31
31: The Hirschsprung’s Hour with Tom Richard - Episode 31
Tuesday 15th April 2025
Join Tom Richard as he talks to Tash Jacobs about raising two sons with Hirschsprung’s disease, sharing their unique journeys and medical challenges.
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Episode Overview
- Hirschsprung’s disease affects the large bowel where ganglion cells do not form properly.
- Tash Jacobs shares her journey with two sons diagnosed with Hirschsprung’s disease.
- The episode highlights the differences in medical experiences despite the same diagnosis.
- Trusting parental instincts can be crucial when dealing with rare conditions.
- Support and resilience are key in navigating life with chronic illnesses.
I just knew it was just I just knew it's just that he was so sleepy and it was just like I was back in time two years before I just I just knew he did.
Tom Richard welcomes Tash Jacobs to the Hirschsprung’s Hour on UK Health Radio. In this heartwarming episode, Tash shares her journey with her two sons, Tyler and Casey, both diagnosed with Hirschsprung’s disease. The conversation dives into the challenges and triumphs of raising children with this condition, highlighting the stark differences in their experiences despite having the same diagnosis. Tash recounts the early days of diagnosis, the surgeries, and the emotional rollercoaster that followed.
She also discusses the importance of trusting her instincts as a mother, especially when medical professionals were sceptical about her second son's condition. The episode touches on the genetic aspects of Hirschsprung’s disease and the uncertainties that come with it. Tash's story is one of resilience, determination, and unwavering love for her children. By sharing her family's experiences, she hopes to offer support and encouragement to other parents facing similar challenges.
Don't miss this episode if you're looking for a blend of medical insights and heartfelt personal stories.