Diagnosed With STAGE 4 Cancer While Pregnant! - Caitlyn | Stage 4 Melanoma | The Patient Story

Caitlyn Mahan’s life took a dramatic turn when she was diagnosed with Stage 4 melanoma while 25 weeks pregnant. In this emotional cancer journey, Caitlyn opens up about her initial symptoms, including severe side pain that led to her being metaflighted to UCSF. After a series of tests, she discovered the devastating spread of tumors throughout her body, including her liver, spine, and brain.

In this cancer vlog, Caitlyn shares her battle with multiple surgeries, chemotherapy, dialysis, and the ongoing fight to heal her fractured spine. She emphasizes the importance of self-advocacy, maintaining a positive mindset, and raising awareness for melanoma. Caitlyn’s resilience shines as she talks about her journey, from relearning how to walk to running a small business to support melanoma research.

Thank you, Caitlyn, for sharing your story to help others.

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Chapters:
0:00 Meet Caitlyn
0:28 First signs of stage 4 cancer
1:48 Air lifted to the hospital
3:20 My cancer diagnosis
5:15 Having my daughter at 26 weeks
7:10 I always wanted to be a mom
10:57 My treatment plan & side effects
13:46 My daughter keep me going
15:43 Make sure you self check
17:54 You have to advocate for yourself

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Diagnosed With STAGE 4 Cancer While Pregnant! - Caitlyn | Stage 4 Melanoma | The Patient Story
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