Pain In My Side To Stage 4 CANCER - Monica | Colon Cancer | The Patient Story

After experiencing stomach pain that was initially brushed off as IBS, Monica's life changed when an emergency hospitalization revealed a large tumor obstructing her intestines. She describes her journey from diagnosis to treatment, including adapting to life with a stoma and undergoing rounds of intensive chemotherapy.

Throughout her story, Monica emphasizes the importance of self-advocacy, especially for young people facing unexpected health challenges. With resilience and positivity, she’s taken to TikTok to raise awareness and encourage others to prioritize their health.

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

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Chapters:
0:00 Meet Monica
0:29 First Signs and Pain Ignored
1:08 Testing and Misdiagnoses
2:12 Emergency Hospitalization and Diagnosis
3:04 Discovering the Extent of the Cancer
3:52 Starting Chemotherapy
4:54 Adapting to Life with a Stoma
6:33 Finding Strength Through Community
7:15 Turning to TikTok for Awareness
8:37 Embracing Positivity and Staying Busy
10:47 Experiences with Chemotherapy
12:22 Coping with the Physical and Emotional Impact
14:00 Advocating for Self-Care and Timely Testing
15:07 Refusing to Accept Statistics

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Pain In My Side To Stage 4 CANCER - Monica | Colon Cancer | The Patient Story
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