<p><strong>About this Episode</strong></p><br><p>Liam Virgo discusses his nine-year battle with Functional Neurological Disorder (FND), which began at age 12 and worsened at 13, leading to severe symptoms like incontinence and loss of mobility. Despite extensive testing and misdiagnoses, he was finally diagnosed at 13. Liam recounts his struggles, including being bedridden for three years and facing misunderstandings and stigma. He highlights his recovery, including learning to walk again and visiting London, a dream he achieved. Liam emphasizes the need for awareness and understanding of FND, sharing his journey to inspire others and raise awareness.</p><br><p><strong>About our Guest</strong></p><br><p>Liam Virgo LIVES Nottinghamshire, UK, who has Functional Neurological Disorder (FND<strong>)</strong>. He is an awareness advocate who has shared his personal story in various news outlets to highlight the challenges of living with FND and the need for greater understanding of the condition. Liam has gained some public recognition, with his story featured on BBC News and in a video message from the cast of the ITV show <em>Loose Women</em>, who became part of his rehabilitation journey. He shares updates on his progress, often visiting his favourite place, London, as part of his recovery</p><br><p><a href=" https://www.instagram.com/liamloveslondon " rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">Follow Liam on Instagram </a></p><p> </p><p><strong>About the Show & How to Support</strong></p><p> </p><p><strong>Support this Podcast</strong></p><p> </p><p><a href="https://open.acast.com/networks/63b03c504722fa0011e22710/shows/63b03c504722fa0011e2270b/episodes/www%20Facebook.com/labledpod" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">Like LABLEd Podcast on Facebook</a></p><p> </p><p><a href="https://open.acast.com/networks/63b03c504722fa0011e22710/shows/63b03c504722fa0011e2270b/episodes/www.twitter.com/labledpod" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">Tweet lABLEd Podcast</a></p><p> </p><p><a href="https://open.acast.com/networks/63b03c504722fa0011e22710/shows/63b03c504722fa0011e2270b/episodes/www.instagram.com/labledpod" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">Follow LABLEd Podcast on Instagram</a></p><p> </p><p>Got a comment or Question? Email us!</p><p> </p><p>lABLEd Podcast is currently self-funded. <a href="https://www.gofundme.com/f/help-amplify-disabled-voices-keep-labled-podcast-thriving?attribution_id=sl:b20020b0-7b2e-4d67-800c-8036e874ce1c&lang=en_GB&ts=1753350330&utm_campaign=man_sharesheet_tip&utm_content=amp13_c&utm_medium=customer&utm_source=copy_link" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">Please consider donating to our GoFundMe</a></p><p> </p><p><strong>Production Team</strong></p><p> </p><p>Hosts: Alice Evans, Daisy Holder, and Lucy Wood</p><p> </p><p>Editor: Adam Hull</p><p> </p><p>Music: Maisy Crunden</p><hr><p style='color:grey; font-size:0.75em;'> Hosted on Acast. See <a style='color:grey;' target='_blank' rel='noopener noreferrer' href='https://acast.com/privacy'>acast.com/privacy</a> for more information.</p>
