The Fight of Mares, the Only Patient in the World with a Rare Disease
Mares Alena Rincón, a little girl only 21 months old, faces a moving battle. She is the only patient in the world diagnosed with a complex genetic disease that causes repeated seizures and requires more energy than normal for her body.
TL;DR
- Mares Alena Rincón, 21 months old, is the only known patient globally with a rare genetic disease.
- The condition causes repeated seizures and requires excessive energy from her body.
- Her parents began an experimental treatment in Costa Rica but have run out of funds.
- Initially, Mares experienced 15-20 seizures daily; medication has helped control them.
- The family is seeking financial assistance and shares their Instagram account @mihijasellamamares for support.