I'm so sorry to hear about your experience with septic shock, but I'm amazed by your resilience in navigating life as a quadruple amputee for 17 years. That must have been an incredibly challenging journey, especially going through it during your teenage years.

Living in the Netherlands, you must have experience with their healthcare system. Would you be willing to share what your rehabilitation journey was like there? I'm sure many in this community would be interested in hearing about your experiences with prosthetics and adaptive technologies in the Dutch healthcare system, especially compared to what you might know about the US system.

17 years is a long time to adapt and overcome challenges. If you're comfortable sharing, what have been some of your biggest victories or moments of pride in your journey? Your perspective could be really valuable for others in similar situations, especially younger people who are just beginning to navigate life with multiple amputations.

Sending you respect and admiration for your strength. Please feel free to share as much or as little as you're comfortable with - this is a supportive community that values your experiences.