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"In life, winning and losing will both happen. What is never acceptable is quitting."
When you feel that you are alone in this journey, you really are not alone. There are countless warriors who have gone through a similar journey like what you are going through today; they have felt the immense pain that you are experiencing; but in the end, they have healed themselves from cancer. Some talk about their own journey as you are listening to this, while some have defeated pain forever, but in the end, they all have defeated cancer.
Learn from them. Get inspired from their cancer healing journeys. Listen to our very own cancer warriors in this show brought to you by ZenOnco.io and Love Heals Cancer.
When you feel that you are alone in this journey, you really are not alone. There are countless warriors who have gone through a similar journey like what you are going through today; they have felt the immense pain that you are experiencing; but in the end, they have healed themselves from cancer. Some talk about their own journey as you are listening to this, while some have defeated pain forever, but in the end, they all have defeated cancer.
Learn from them. Get inspired from their cancer healing journeys. Listen to our very own cancer warriors in this show brought to you by ZenOnco.io and Love Heals Cancer.
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Kimberly Wheeler went for a routine exam when a lump was detected, and she was diagnosed with (ER-positive) breast cancer. It was challenging as she also had an ostomy from ulcerative colitis. Kimberly Wheeler underwent a double mastectomy with reconstruction, along with six months of chemotherapy.
Juanita Prada was diagnosed with Acute Lymphoblastic Leukemia at age ten and fourteen. She was affected with cancer twice and underwent chemotherapy, radiation and blood transfusions as a part of her journey. She says that " I live in the moment, and each minute I breathe is a gift. During cancer and its treatments, it is important to surround yourself with people who will help you rise up again and regain the energy that is missing."
Vera Ventura was diagnosed with bilateral breast cancer in 2019. She had inherited mutated genes from her family. She went through several sessions of chemotherapy, double mastectomy and reconstruction. When all her treatments were finally over, she was diagnosed with a tumor in her cerebellum in 2021. The breast cancer had metastasized into the brain at some point, which stopped the blood flow. However, the tumor was later removed, and Vera could heal after the treatment and is now a breast cancer support coach She says, " I would say to all cancer patients to get the service of a cancer coach who will lead you through the cancer journey. They have helped me a lot personally. You have to research, make changes, and not expect everyone to take care of you because you got cancer. And, have a belief in something greater than yourself."
Megan Claire Chase was diagnosed with Stage 2 invasive lobular breast cancer. Since she turned 18, Megan's health has been under observation as she was experiencing certain issues. This diagnosis came as a complete surprise to her. She tells other cancer patients that "It is okay not to be okay. The cancer journey can be difficult to handle alone, so take professional help. As a caregiver, I would say it is okay to take time for yourself and seek help when needed."
Donia Youssef is a breast cancer survivor. She was diagnosed with cancer after noticing a lump under her armpit. She was diagnosed with breast cancer. Donia says that cancer was a roller coaster ride. Her advice for other cancer patients is to keep up hope and faith, to stay focused and calm. No matter how horrendous the situation is, there is always something positive.
Dhruba was diagnosed with Breast Cancer twice. She noticed various symptoms. She had severe pain in one of her breasts. At first, she thought it was hormonal changes & some general infection. But after visiting a hospital, the doctor discovered this might be serious. In the total journey, she had eight chemotherapy sessions and 15 radiation treatments, including the surgery where she had decided to go for a double mastectomy. Druba never gave up. She fought the battle & survived. All we need to do is have faith and confidence in who we are. Strong support & strength are necessary for this treatment.
Alisha was diagnosed with Breast Cancer after she noticed a lump in her breast at the age of 31 during her second pregnancy. When the doctors conducted the ultrasound, there were no noticeable changes. She then had a C-section and gave birth to her baby boy. Once she started breastfeeding, her breasts became hard again. The doctors noticed something wrong, conducted FNAC and MRI, and diagnosed her with breast cancer. Her mother is an active member of the Indian Cancer Society. She supported her throughout the journey, but unfortunately, she had cancer recurrence after 25 years. Alisha says, "Positivity is the only thing that can help you fight this disease. Keep positive things around you. There can be side effects, but they will pass away."
Brandi Benson is an Ewing Sarcoma survivor. She was diagnosed with cancer after noticing a lump on her leg, which she first dismissed. Her advice for other cancer patients is to believe in themselves and never give up because there are miracles every day. She says that cancer has motivated her to do better in life.
Flávia Maoli was diagnosed with Hodgkin's Lymphoma at the age of 23. However, she did not give up hope. Instead, she learned from her cancer experience and fought back with far more courage and optimism the second time Hodgkin's Lymphoma struck her. In fact, using her outstanding interpersonal abilities, she founded Instituto Camaleao to serve society and inspire them through her cancer journey.
Lynette Vanderhorst is a Gestational Trophoblastic Disease survivor
Her cancer journey began when my pregnancy test was positive just six months after giving birth to her son when the doctors performed a D&C. But she believes that her cancer journey taught her a lot of things. She asks her fellow warriors to believe in themselves, stay grounded, stay focused, and stay in the moment.
David Lofthouse is a mouth cancer survivor. His one advice to people going through a similar journey is to never give up and give life the fight it deserves. He was declared cancer free in April, 2022 and is now a successful writer, who has written multiple books, one of which consists of detailed accounts of his cancer journey and his life after it.
Jos' cancer journey began in 2020, unfortunately during the lockdown. While cancer came as a complete surprise to her, her positive attitude toward it was what kept her spirits up.
In fact, after her successful journey, she has some words of advice for other cancer patients: help and accept help; Try not to be homebound and interact and socialize with others. Finally, feel and express all of your emotions.
Arushii was a caregiver to her mother who lost the battle to non-Hodgkin’s lymphoma. She suggests caregivers to accept what has happened without wasting more time and plan the treatment logically, by taking as many opinions as needed. She says, “ Make sure you take more than one opinion and have regular checkups to ensure you are on the right path.
These decisions can be expensive, but it is something that you can’t avoid once you’re diagnosed with cancer, so make the necessary preparations for them. Always listen to what the patient is saying, both verbal and non-verbal.”
Malvika Manjunath is a caregiver of her father who was diagnosed with Pancreatic Cancer. She shares her moments with her father and how closely she was part of her father's cancer journey. She says that the journey begins with shock, denial, and then trying to figure out what best can be done for your loved one. She believes that it is very important to share
thoughts, moments, and memories that you hold with the cancer patient before it's too late and all you are left with is regret.
Sabrina is a Stage-2 Breast Cancer Survivor, who was diagnosed at a very young age and had a husband and children. She believes that cancer can be defeated more effectively when the person stays positive and stubborn to fight against cancer throughout the treatment. She says that cancer made her realize how strong she is mentally and physically. Seek help, reach out to people who have gone through the same, and do not give up and have faith in yourself and in the people around you.
Carla Harrington says "God had a plan for my life and he gave me divine healing". This brave survivor suggests that one should advocate for his/her body and listen to what their body says. She wanted to support and become an advocate for others and after her treatment, she ended up becoming one. She was a part of the Cancer Leadership Program Training and then she started a cancer care Ministry for the community. She created a safe space for the people who came for resources, to pray together and share their cancer stories to encourage each other.
Anil Khanna is a Breast Cancer Caregiver for his wife. She was diagnosed with cancer in the month of December, 2017. She first encountered a lump in her left breast, but the first mammogram was conducted in Feb’18 which did highlight BI-RADS category 5, which means advanced cancer. His wife lost her battle last year to Cancer, but he proudly says that his wife stayed strong till the end. “She taught me the real meaning of words like resilience and happiness, a smiling face which faded away but not in my memories”.
Lauren Tarpley is a Stage 2 Breast Cancer Survivor. She was diagnosed in the year 2021 when she was a mother to an eighteen months old child and was in the breastfeeding phase. Though the times were tough for her, she still managed to overcome the dark phase successfully. She believed that cancer is a fight which cannot be winned alone. She connected with other fellow-cancer patients who were suffering from similar conditions and tried new challenges along with them. She says “Maintain consistency, find what works for you. It’s all going to be trial-and-error”
Monika is a Rectal Cancer Survivor who was diagnosed 2 years ago. She believes that cancer has made her realize that every moment in life is precious. Running after success, fame, or money will gain you nothing but spending valuable moments and memories with yourself and your loved ones matters the most. During her cancer journey, she became closer to nature and started to feel connected with it. The support from her family helped her the most to defeat cancer and currently, she is leading a happy life.
Dr. Nikhil Aggarwal is an Acute Myeloid Leukemia Survivor who was diagnosed in July 2012 even though he had no symptoms at all. He says that throughout his cancer journey, traveling, and sharing his story on social media helped him throughout his first journey with cancer. Unexpectedly, the recurrence happened in the2014 where he had to go through another set of obstacles. Though it was not an easy journey, he still managed to overcome everything with the support of his family members and friends. As a healthcare expert, he suggests that one should not bottle up their emotions and feelings from their loved ones and seek mental support when required.
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