What are pre-existing conditions?

A pre-existing condition is like a special toy you already have before starting a new game.

Imagine you're playing with your favorite building blocks. You’ve been stacking them for years, and you know exactly how they fit together. But then, your teacher says, “Today we’re going to play a new game, everyone gets the same set of blocks.” That’s like not having pre-existing conditions, you start from scratch.

But if you do have pre-existing conditions, it's like getting a special bag with extra blocks that help you build faster or taller. You already know how they work, so you can make cool towers quicker than others.

Sometimes, when starting a new game, like going to a new school or trying a new sport, having those extra blocks (or pre-existing conditions) helps you feel more confident and ready to play. It’s not unfair; it's just something you already had that makes the new game easier for you.

If you didn’t have those special blocks, it might take longer to learn how to build, but that doesn't mean you can't do it, you just need a little extra time or help.