ABOUT ARIANA

From a young age, I was always the “short” kid in class. From the age of 6, I started taking homeopathy medicine to increase my height. After 3 years of taking homeopathy medicine, my height did not increase exponentially, and I got called “Shortie” by some of my classmates. At that young age, it really affected me and I remember asking my parents “Why did I have to be short and why couldn't I be normal?” When I went to my yearly physical, My pediatric doctor advised me to go see an endocrinologist since the medicine I was taking wasn’t working and I was still extremely small. On October 31st 2019, I met with my endocrinologist, and she recommended that I get a blood test done to see all of my levels and to really see what was going on with my body. A month later, my family went to the “Happiest Place on Earth”, Disneyland. While driving 6 hours, my parents received a phone call from my endocrinologist. My doctor explained to my family that I had Turner syndrome, which is a genetic disorder that affects females, and occurs when one X chromosome is abnormal. After that trip, I had another visit with my doctor and she prescribed me with growth hormone. After 1500 shots, my bone age caught up and I could finally stop the growth hormone. . It’s been a journey full of challenges, like dealing with health stuff and learning how to embrace being different, but it’s also made me who I am. I’ve learned to stay positive and push through anything that comes my way.I wanted to create this site because I know how confusing and overwhelming TS can feel at first—for you, your family, and even your friends. But trust me, you’re not alone. I’m here to share what I’ve been through, answer questions, and build a space where everyone can learn and grow together.

Turner syndrome doesn’t define me—hope does. Thanks for visiting my site and helping me make a difference. Together, we can create a brighter future for everyone with TS.