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Stage 4 Colon Cancer at 36: Kasey Shares Why Early Screening Can Save Lives
Kasey S., Colon Cancer, Stage 4 (Metastatic) Symptoms: Extreme abdominal cramping, mucus in stool, rectal bleeding, black stool, fatigue, weight fluctuations, skin issues (guttate psoriasis) Treatments: Surgeries (colectomy & salpingectomy), chemotherapy
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Young Mom Melanie’s Stage 4 Nasal Squamous Cell Cancer
Melanie S., Nasal Squamous Cell Carcinoma, p16 positive, Stage 4 Symptoms: Nosebleeds, sinus pressure, congestion, eye protrusion Treatments: Chemotherapy, surgeries (orbital exenteration & reconstructive flap surgery), radiation therapy (EBRT & proton therapy), hyperbaric oxygen therapy
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A Second Opinion Changed Joel’s Grade 2 Myxofibrosarcoma Treatment Plan
Joel S., Myxofibrosarcoma, Grade 2 Symptom: Lump on shin (gradual growth over several months) Treatments: Radiation therapy, surgery (tumor removal & reconstruction of affected area)
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Waldenström’s Macroglobulinemia: Community Care & Clinical Trials
Navigating Waldenström’s: Getting the Best Care Close to Home Waldenström’s macroglobulinemia patient advocate Pete DeNardis, expert hematologist Dr. Hussam Eltoukhy, and practice administrator Maria Lamantia discuss the latest in community-based cancer care, personalized treatment options, and effective communication strategies.
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Losing a Testicle, Not My Identity: Rob’s Cancer Story
Rob K., Testicular Cancer, Stage 3C Symptoms: Persistent back pain, loss of appetite, vomiting blood, fatigue, firmness in one testicle Treatments: Chemotherapy, surgeries (orchiectomy & retroperitoneal lymph node dissection)
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Kristin’s Stage 2 Colon Cancer Experience
Kristin T., Colon Cancer, Stage 2 Symptoms: Chronic digestive issues, bloating, abdominal pain, unpredictable bowel habits, unexplained weight gain, nausea, fever Treatments: Surgeries (removal of the tumor, right ovary, right fallopian tube, and part of the small intestine), chemotherapy
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Misdiagnoses Delayed Amanda’s Cervical Cancer Diagnosis
Amanda L., Cervical Cancer, Stage 3 Symptoms: Heavy periods, abnormal bleeding, large blood clots, severe cramping, severe abdominal pain, pain radiating down the left leg, loss of mobility in the left leg, loss of appetite, fatigue Treatments: Chemotherapy, radiation therapy (external beam radiation therapy & brachytherapy)
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Hamish’s Rare Desmoplastic Small Round Cell Tumors (DSRCT) Story
Hamish S., Desmoplastic Small Round Cell Tumors (DSRCT) Symptoms: Persistent fatigue, nausea, weight loss, hard abdominal lump Treatments: Interval-compressed chemotherapy, surgeries (cytoreductive surgery, peritonectomy, HIPEC, right hemicolectomy, low anterior resection)
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The Importance of Cancer Screening in Communities of Color
The Importance of Cancer Screening | Dr. Colin Ottey An internal medicine physician discusses healthcare access, preventative care, patient trust, and how both doctors and patients can improve relationships for better outcomes.
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Michael’s Stage 4 Neuroendocrine Cancer of the Esophagus Story
Michael B., Neuroendocrine Carcinoma of the Esophagus, Stage 4 Symptom: Progressive difficulty swallowing Treatments: Chemotherapy, immunotherapy, surgery (feeding tube placement)
