A story of courage
A small Gunner with a giant heart.
Meet a brave 4-year-old who survived Rasmussen's encephalitis and a hemispherectomy — and who still dreams of walking out onto the pitch as an Arsenal mascot. This is his journey, and it's only beginning.
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The condition
For months, no one knew what was wrong.
Doctors first suggested epilepsy. Neighbors whispered about curses. Some said it was PKND. Others insisted on traditional healers. By the time the right diagnosis came — Rasmussen's encephalitis — precious time had been lost.
We're telling his story so the next family doesn't have to wait.
Learn about Rasmussen's"When I'm big, I want to hold the player's hand and walk out at the Emirates. I want everyone to cheer."
— Our little Gunner
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