How a clinical trial transformed Mateo's life
A clinical trial did more than just offer treatment options for young Mateo, it also transformed his life for the better.
Mateo was a boy full of energy who enjoyed playing outside with friends. As he got older, his mum, Myra, noticed he stopped running around playing outside, and spent more time indoors playing video games.
鈥淢ateo has a very strong personality. He is quite boisterous and strong in his opinion. However, once he reached eight, nine, ten, I could see that he started to slow down,鈥� Myra said. "He stopped going outside to play with his friends."
Unknown to Myra, this change in Mateo鈥檚 behaviour was a symptom of a serious health condition.
At ten-years-old, Mateo was rushed to hospital after collapsing at a play gym...
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