Natalie Adler, 21, of Australia, has a bizarre and mysterious medical condition that cause her eyes to swell shut for several days each week. Physicians at the Royal Victoria Eye and Ear Hospital have no idea what's causing the condition that has affected Adler since she was 17. The doctors had temporary success treating her with Botox. Their next step is to try electrical stimulation. From ABC News:
"She's a one-off and we don't have a diagnosis," said Professor Justin O'Day of the hospital's neuro-ophthalmology department…
Ms Adler plans her life around her condition, but still misses some important dates."On my 18th birthday, my eyes were closed, but on my 21st they were open, so I had a party," she said.
"Not being able to go to the football or seeing my friends as much is what I miss the most."
"Woman unable to open eyes 3 days a week" (via Fortean Times)
