My name is Brianna

I am a 17-year-old young lady with hopes and dreams for a successful future.

I have an amazing mom, dad, younger brother Jr and an our pup Rocky, and amazing supportive family and friends.

For the past several months, I have not been feeling well, after countless doctor and ER visits we finally received a diagnosis on January 12,2024..

I have a been diagnosed with Autoimmune Encephalitis Rare Anti-GAD65. I want to bring Awareness, so much more research needs to be done to identify this sooner and treat properly!!

I have been hospitalized since January 5, in ICU since January 12th and am enduring ongoing treatments.

My family is asking for prayers in our time of need, especially for the doctors and nurses to guide and give them the knowledge to not only help me but anyone else that has been diagnosed or will be diagnosed.

My parents are starting this GoFundMe, because they believe in my strength and our faith we will overcome this illness and my fierce comeback will be an incredible testimony.

A special thank you to the outstanding neurology team and the ICU nurses of Morristown pediatric hospital!

If you know of this illness and can share knowledge please do.

I cannot wait to tell you my story, love ❤️ Brianna!

Brianna’s fight with Autoimmune Ecephilitis

"Brain on fire "