yvonnemmason's Journey with Adenocarcinoma, Stomach Cancer
Patient: Stomach Cancer > Adenocarcinoma
Patient Info: Currently in active treatment (initial surgery, receiving chemo rounds/radiation), Diagnosed: about 10 years ago, Female, Age: 48, Stage IIIB
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Diagnosed
Oh No
For the last two years, I have not had any medical insurance enabling me to afford to pay for my gastrointestinal for stomach issues for 5 years or so prior. In January 2012, I got back insurance & even though I knew my symptoms and stomach issues had worsened, I waited until May 2012 to see family doctor (knowing a referral would be needed) & for a free "Wellness Check". My blood tests alerted doctor and many test were given...each of them failed. I NEVER imagined that the word "CANCER" would be the result.
Chemotherapy
Drug or Chemo Therapy
I NEVER expected to feel the pain and nausea so bad in my life. It is extremely difficult to want to continue because it has made a negative impact on my life.
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Eating problems (anorexia)
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Should I continue with chemo or just let well enough be???
Decision Point
There is no way I can see myself continuing additional chemo treatments, twice a week because if that is the only solution to "prolong" my life...I'm beginning to feel, "Why prolong or add any additional pain, sickness, etc.?"