500 Polyps Were Hiding My Stage 4 Cancer! - Tamara | Stage 4 Colon Cancer | The Patient Story

Описание: Tamara, a 50-year-old oncology nurse, was diagnosed with stage 4 colon cancer in January 2020 after an unexpected finding during her annual physical. Despite having no symptoms, she was found to be severely anemic, leading to further tests and ultimately the discovery of colon cancer that had spread to her liver and lungs.

In this cancer vlog, Tamara shares her journey from diagnosis to treatment, including her experience with genetic testing, battling through chemotherapy, and her determination to fight for her family. She emphasizes the importance of genetic testing for conditions like FAP (Familial Adenomatous Polyposis) and encourages others to advocate for their health.

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

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Chapters:
0:00 : Meet Tamara
1:01 Primary Care Referral and Iron Infusions
1:30 A Surprising Colonoscopy Result
2:10 Discovering FAP: 500 Polyps Found
3:45 Facing the Reality of Stage 4 Cancer
4:50 Emotional Moments: Telling My Team and Family
6:00 Starting Treatment: Chemotherapy and Immunotherapy
8:30 Navigating Through Treatment Adjustments
9:45 Dealing With Neuropathy and Fatigue
11:45 Liver Involvement: Treatment Decisions
13:00 The Emotional Toll of Being a Nurse and a Patient
15:30 Supporting My Kids Through My Diagnosis
16:45 Spreading Awareness About FAP and Genetic Testing
18:00 My Son’s Genetic Testing and Surgery
19:15 The Importance of Early Detection and Advocacy
20:30 Advice for Patients Facing Colon Cancer
22:00 Living With Purpose and Gratitude
23:30 Final Thoughts: Staying Vigilant and Positive

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500 Polyps Were Hiding My Stage 4 Cancer! - Tamara | Stage 4 Colon Cancer | The Patient Story
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