'People think I'm addict due to my health condition - I get rejected from jobs'

Ben Jeszka's Story

Ben Jeszka, 32, from Leicester, has spoken out about being judged and labelled an addict due to his health condition.

Despite his condition being caused by a rare disease, strangers, potential employers, and even people close to him have made assumptions about his health.

People think I'm an addict due to my health condition - I get rejected from jobs

Ben was diagnosed with primary sclerosing cholangitis (PSC) in January 2022, a rare autoimmune liver disease that causes scarring of the bile ducts.

In April 2024, Ben underwent a life-saving liver transplant.

Author's summary: Ben Jeszka faces judgment due to rare liver disease.

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Leicester Mercury Leicester Mercury — 2025-10-12

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