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Medical mystery: For decades, she was told she was ‘just anxious.’ A midair incident uncovered the truth.

She was diagnosed with panic disorder, but nearly two years ago an incident on an airplane flight upended her life. After more than 50 years, she finally learned the cause.

Lorri Devlin, 60, spent 55 years being told what she was facing revolved around her nerves or other factors. When she discovered what the problem really was, she was shocked — and she became angry.
Lorri Devlin, 60, spent 55 years being told what she was facing revolved around her nerves or other factors. When she discovered what the problem really was, she was shocked — and she became angry.Read moreFamily Photo (custom credit)
    by Sandra G. Boodman, Washington Post
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