Also known as: Chiari malformation
Elana Stone, a pregnant woman, presents with severe chronic pain, migraines, and sensitivity to touch. Initially suspected to be fibromyalgia, Amelia diagnoses a Chiari malformation (brain too large for skull causing herniation and pressure). Elana undergoes posterior fossa decompression surgery while pregnant to relieve the pain, which is successful.
Also known as: Fibro-COVID
Initially considered as the diagnosis for Elana's chronic pain symptoms before being ruled out in favor of Chiari malformation through MRI findings.
Also known as: Suicide attempt
Kenny, a 14-year-old boy being bullied at school, attempts suicide by stabbing himself in the stomach. This occurs after he brings a knife to school for protection and receives counseling about standing up to bullies.