Diagnosed Stage 4 Bile Duct Cancer or Stomach Cancer: Lissa Canavan's Story

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Initially presenting as vague discomfort and indigestion, Lissa's journey took unexpected turns. Diagnostic tests, including endoscopy, ultrasound, and a Haida scan, led to the discovery of a rare type of metastasis, suggesting the possibility of either stomach or bile duct primary cancer—or an extremely uncommon scenario of both.

As her medical team delved deeper, Lissa underwent DNA testing, revealing a significant mutation in CDH1, a mutation often inherited. The results, however, added another layer of complexity, with her specific variant labeled as 'variant of uncertain significance,' leaving her with uncertainty about its inheritability.