Cancer
What Is Glioblastoma (GBM)? My Friend's Experience.
GBM is a malignant glioma that is a deadly type of cancerous brain tumor. My friend was 74 when he was diagnosed with this condition.This article is an account of his final odyssey on Earth.
How Cancer Has Changed My Perspective
Perspectives change over time, sometimes due to circumstances and getting older. Cancer is forcing my perspective to change as well. What I took for granted shouldn't be taken for granted, and I need to adapt to whatever is coming down the pike.
Surviving Endometrial Cancer
Four months ago, my world was turned upside down. I was diagnosed with endometrial cancer. I beat it and met hundreds of women who are fighting this fight. Hopefully, this article will provide valuable information.
How I Coped With Nausea During Chemotherapy
Chemotherapy is hard on your body. It can cause nausea and decreased appetite. Taking care of yourself is very important. Here's how I ate and coped with the side effects.
My Chemotherapy Experience
I was diagnosed with stage 3 colon cancer. Here is my experience of undergoing chemotherapy.
My Mom Has Breast Cancer: What Should I Do?
If your mom was just diagnosed with breast cancer, there's a good chance you're feeling scared, confused, and depressed. Here's what I learned about handling life when my mother was diagnosed with breast cancer in early 2019.
Six Things I Wish I Knew When I Was Diagnosed With Ovarian Cancer
Getting diagnosed with cancer can be a great shock to the system. If you've been diagnosed with ovarian cancer, there are some things you should know. These are some of the things I wish I knew when I was diagnosed with cancer.
My Husband's Experience With Esophageal Cancer and Esophagectomy
When someone in your family is living with cancer, everything changes. In 2018, my husband was diagnosed with esophageal cancer. This article chronicles his experience from having difficulty swallowing to having an esophagectomy.
The Pain of Mastectomy: What to Expect and How to Cope
A mastectomy causes both physical and emotional pain—not just from the surgery but because of the lifestyle changes it requires. Knowing what to expect can help, and so should these tips for adapting to your new body.
Surviving Prostate Cancer: My Story
I was diagnosed with prostate cancer younger than most, at the age of 38. This is my story of how I survived the battle.
Counting My Blessings: My Breast Cancer Story
On September 13, 2016, I was diagnosed with breast cancer. This is my story, along with my tips for coping with your own breast cancer diagnosis.
Keeping My Family Together Through Cancer, Alcoholism, and Adultery
After undergoing treatment for a brain tumor, I thought our family had been through the worst. Unfortunately, I was wrong. This is the journey of our family through pain, and depression—and back out to the light.
My Experience Being Diagnosed With Breast Cancer
Susan Holland was diagnosed with breast cancer in March of 2016. She shares the story of what led up to the cancer diagnosis, the diagnosis, and the importance of having an advocate.
The Best and Worst Gifts for a Cancer Patient: Tips From a Survivor
Hold the flowers, please! What? No “get well” cards? Learn the secrets for assembling the ideal gift or care package for a cancer patient, while avoiding dangerous blunders.
My Battles With Breast and Lung Cancer
22 years after surviving breast cancer, I was diagnosed with stage IV inoperable lung cancer. I decided not to let cancer beat me. This is my story.
What Are Chemo Curls? Hair Regrowth After Cancer Treatment
This article talks about what happens to hair after chemotherapy has ended and your hair starts growing back.
My Sister Had Bone Cancer: What I Learned About It
Bone cancer has few symptoms. When my sister received her diagnosis, I learned a lot about the symptoms, treatments, and how to help a loved one cope with this condition.
Nourishing Snacks and Drinks for Cancer Patients
Cancer patients often struggle to maintain a healthy weight, and a lack of appetite can also make the problem harder to deal with. What should you eat when you can hardly eat anything? This article offers suggestions for various nourishing snacks and drinks that can help to prevent weight loss.
Hair Loss During Chemotherapy: My Journey With FEC-T
Losing my hair as a result of FEC-T chemotherapy was devastating in ways I did not anticipate. This is my story.
Signs & Symptoms of Uterine Cancer (Cancer of the Uterus): My Mother's Story
Know the symptoms and warning signs of uterine cancer. Read about my mother's story of having uterine cancer that spread to her ovaries and lymph nodes.
My Journey With Thyroid Cancer: Diagnosis to Follow-Up Procedures
If you have been diagnosed with thyroid cancer, here are the things you need to do to make informed decisions regarding surgery and treatments.
Moles Versus Skin Cancer: What You Need to Know About Melanoma
Do you often freak out about your moles? Moles are common, but some types can be cancerous. Make sure you know how to keep track of your moles and which ones to watch out for. Read on for some easy tips on telling the difference.
How to Comfort the Terminally Ill: A Patient's Perspective
Visiting a person who is terminally ill can be intimidating. I know this from personal experience; I had a brain tumor and spent over half a year in and out of the ICU. Read on for my thoughts on comforting a terminally-ill loved one.
How I Discovered My Basal Cell Carcinoma (Skin Cancer)
This is a personal account of my discovery of basal cell carcinoma, the dangers of ignoring it, and the surgery that could have been avoided.
How My Cancer Diagnosis Led to a Loss of Friends
The painful story of how I lost friends after I was diagnosed with cancer. I'd heard from my cancer therapist that it's actually a common phenomenon, but I never thought it would happen to me.
My Journey Combatting Skin Cancer With Efudix
In this article, I will share my journey with Efudix skin treatment. I've included photos to show how my skin changed and notes about how I felt throughout the process. I hope that reading about my experience will help anyone undergoing the same treatment.
Bladder Cancer in Men, Dark Black Spots, and BCG Treatment
This article describes a struggle to get proper treatment for a father with bladder cancer. If you or someone you know is infected by BCG, seek an infectious disease specialist.
We Lived in a House Made From Asbestos in Australia
Do you know if your house was built using asbestos? If it was built before 1990, it likely was. This is the story of how we found out our house was built from asbestos. We did not know of the health risks while living there.
My Personal Experience With Thyroid Cancer
This is my story of thyroid cancer—from the initial diagnosis to treatment to recovery.