Teen receives life-saving surgery after rare condition causes leg to weigh over 170 pounds

ST. PETERSBURG, Fla. (WWSB/Gray News) – A Florida teen’s medical journey has marked a major milestone with a life-saving surgery.

Jasmine Ramirez, 14, got a chance to ring the bell at Johns Hopkins All Children’s Hospital in St. Petersburg last month, signifying the completion of treatment and the beginning of a new chapter.

Doctors, nurses and staff gathered to celebrate Jasmine as she rang the bell…

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