Chronic Inflammatory Demyelinating Polyneuropathy (CIDP) attacks the nervous system and can cause painful, stinging, needle-like sensations along with numbness and weakness. The cause is unknown, but this type of neuropathy can be associated with HIV and Lupus. Ellen Schecter, an award-winning writer takes us through a time when she felt her life was shattered by this painful, potentially fatal disease, and how she was able to forge a new life filled with personal discovery and success. Joining us will be neurologist and Johns Hopkins expert Dr. David Cornblath who will shed light on this mysterious disorder and highlight the most beneficial treatments.