SINGAPORE - About two years ago when she was 14 years old, Jerlyn Loh suffered from migraines, which were often triggered by sharp or loud sounds and bright lights.Her family learnt that the Greenridge Secondary student, who collected her N-level results on Thursday , has Melas. The genetic disorder can affect the brain and muscles.
It was only in 2017, after her younger son Javier had to undergo a kidney transplant, that doctors ran a series of genetic tests and discovered Jerlyn's condition.She is now on medication - more than 20 pills per day - to stabilise the condition and prevent any strokes. She also goes for check-ups to keep the disorder in check.
Ms Yap, 42, who works as a senior technical support officer in the marine industry, said both children's medical fees are partly covered by financial assistance. Their father does not live with them. When she missed out on lessons due to her illness, she would ask her teachers and friends for help so that she could catch up in her studies.
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