I can only offer what’s been helpful to me on my Chimera journey, but that doesn’t mean the information I suggest will be the right path for you. With that said, if you or someone you know might be a Chimera… The first thing I suggest to do is RESEARCH to find yourself a GENETICIST you can go to who has PRIOR knowledge and experience SPECIFICALLY with Chimerism. Outside of a GENETICIST I’ve heard an experienced DERMATOLOGIST or RHEUMATOLOGIST “might” be familiar with Chimerism depending on their past medical training as well.
Once you’ve found your doctor, make an appointment and at your consultation explain to them why you feel you’re a Chimera. Make sure to list all your prior/current medical issues and let them examine your outward physical traits (if any). Then let the doctor decipher from there what they’d like to test you for or do after evaluating you. You’re welcome to mention to your doctor SOME of the testing I’ve done has been GENOMIC testing, IMMUNE, ALLERGY, and FOOD testing. There isn’t just ONE specific test that’s done to trace or diagnose Chimerism. The diagnosis process can consist of many different factors and avenues depending on your individual case.
As far as answering anyones’ question about their own diagnosis, unfortunately I’ll never be the right person to determine any physical trait or health issue. Not through photos, emails, or in person. Even though I’m spreading Chimera Awareness, I’m not a geneticist, a doctor, or medical professional. As desperately as I want to help everyone who reaches out to me, I’m not qualified in any way to decide what your physical traits or medical problems are due to, nor the medical help you need to seek. I really do appreciate anyone who’s been brave enough to share their own stories and symptoms with me, thank you for that.
I have only good intentions in spreading Chimera Awareness which is to inform others that this condition is real and does exist. Also, being an advocate for Chimera Awareness, it’s link to autoimmune and body positivity. I wish I could offer more assistance at this time, but I myself am still learning about Chimerism. Due to it being rare, this will be a long process in gaining new information on this condition and with time anything I can share with you publicly I will. Thank you for being a part of my journey and for all of your messages and comments. I’m extremely appreciative for each and everyone of you, your kindness, love and support!