One can only imagine how terrifying it is to be diagnosed with a life threatening illness at such a young age. What was your initial reaction? How are you and your family and friends currently coping? What are your doctors telling you? What does your treatment entail, both current and future? What's the biggest challenge in this fight for your life? How has your life changed since you were diagnosed?

HOW TO APPLY: If you are interested in having MTV document your courageous battle to recovery, please email Seriousillness@mtvn.com to talk to a casting director. Please include your name, location and phone number as well as pertinent information about your illness (what your disease is, when you were diagnosed, how you're currently coping, a timeline of any major procedures/surgeries coming up in the next 7-8 months, etc.). Please send a photo as well!

Thanks in advance for sharing your very personal story with us...

Please note: You should live in the continental U.S. and appear to be between the ages of 18-25. Please understand that this is a documentary series; therefore, MTV would merely be following your story and would not provide medical services or financial support.