Back Pain To RARE CANCER! - Ashley | Adrenocortical Carcinoma | The Patient Story

Ashley Puckett shares her journey of battling stage 4 Adrenal Cortical Carcinoma, a rare cancer affecting only 300 to 400 people in the U.S. each year. Diagnosed in March 2023 after months of unexplained back pain and a shocking ER visit, Ashley faced a whirlwind of challenges, from navigating insurance delays to finding the right treatment.

In this cancer vlog, Ashley recounts the frustrating delays in her diagnosis, the physical and emotional challenges of chemotherapy, and her eventual connection with specialists who are now guiding her treatment. She also shares her advice for others facing similar battles: trust your instincts, seek multiple opinions, and don't be afraid to advocate for the care you deserve.

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

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Chapters:
0:00 Meet Ashley
1:00 My first symptoms of Adrenocortical Carcinoma
4:10 Finding out I had stage four cancer
8:32 I researched my rare cancer vigorously
12:14 Limited treatment options & side effects
20:32 Preparing for my massive surgery
23:54 Don't sit back if things feel off

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