07/09/2026
Let’s Talk About My Noonan’s Syndrome 💙
I was born with Noonan’s Syndrome, and one of the things I have lived with since birth is a pigeon chest, where the chest is noticeably sunken in. For years, I wanted to have this corrected, and eventually I had surgery, becoming one of the first to undergo this particular type of procedure.
I honestly believed that things were finally going to get better.
Unfortunately, my journey took a very different direction. I went on to experience internal bladder failure for more than 10 years.
Eventually, on 12 September 2025, I underwent major surgery to have my bladder completely removed and a stoma created.
Once again, I thought this would be the beginning of a better chapter.
But things haven't gone the way I hoped.
This afternoon, I received a phone call regarding my Noonan’s Syndrome, and I was told there are now concerns involving several areas of my health, including my kidneys, liver, heart, lower abdomen and bone structure.
Hearing all of this has been a huge shock, and honestly, I'm still trying to process everything I've been told.
At this stage, I know that I need to have regular check-ups and ongoing monitoring, but I don't yet know what the future holds or what the next steps will be.
I'm feeling a mixture of emotions right now fear, confusion, sadness, frustration and uncertainty but I'm also trying to stay strong and take everything one step at a time.
I've spent years raising awareness about Noonan’s Syndrome and sharing my own journey to help others feel less alone. This is another chapter of that journey, and while it's not one I expected, I'm going to continue speaking openly about what I'm going through.
I don't have all the answers right now. I'm simply taking it one day at a time. 💙
Thank you to everyone who continues to stand beside me, support me and follow my journey. It means more than you know.
The Bladder Warrior Jeremy Keen 💙