Afflicted

Season

2018

USA

5.2

TV-MA

Seven people suffering with bizarre chronic illnesses hunt for explanation and cures while simultaneously battling with social skepticism and abandonment.

Episode List

S1 • E1

Chapter 1: Toxic World

Wi-fi and electricity trigger Carmen's strong symptoms. Jamison hasn't left his room in two years. Bekah lives in a van in the desert to avoid mold.

S1 • E2

Chapter 2: Support

Star has been diagnosed with a dozen different conditions. Bekah's brother arrives to take care of her. Jamison's family searches for a specialist.

S1 • E3

Chapter 3: Identity

Jake, a young musician, suffers from symptoms associated with Lyme disease. Star undergoes treatment for dystonia. Carmen tours a cellphone-free town.

S1 • E4

Chapter 4: The Mind

Pilar, an actress with chemical sensitivities, lives apart from her husband. Jake and Bekah encounter skeptical doctors when they seek emergency care.

S1 • E5

Chapter 5: The Cost

Jill, a therapist, takes up to 55 supplements a day. Star's two-week treatment costs $11,000. Pilar's husband gets a second job to cover their expenses.

S1 • E6

Chapter 6: Mind & Body

A healer treats Pilar over the phone. Jake and his girlfriend drive 10 hours to a clinic. A friend worries that doctors are taking advantage of Jill.

S1 • E7

Chapter 7: Well

Jill considers a $30,000 treatment plan. Bekah gets a new custom home. Pilar, Star and Carmen's health improves, and Jamison and Jake reach milestones.

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Cast

Bekah

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Star

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Pilar

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Jake

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Carmen

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Jamison Hill

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Jill

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Pilar Olave

Jamison

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