Tag: Cancer Journey
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Nosebleeds to Cancer: A Man’s Journey
From nosebleeds to a life-changing diagnosis What began as frequent nosebleeds in November 2024 for a 41-year-old safety manager in Singapore would soon unfold into a life-changing medical journey. A family doctor linked the bleeding to a fever he had, and the episodes recurred during times of stress and exhaustion. When the nosebleeds intensified to…
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Nosebleeds to cancer: A man’s journey
Understanding nasopharyngeal cancer Nasopharyngeal cancer (NPC) is a cancer that originates in the nasopharynx, the upper part of the throat behind the nose. In Singapore, NPC remains one of the more common cancers, with roughly 300 new cases diagnosed each year. While NPC is more prevalent among Chinese men in this country, it does occur…
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A Mother’s Journey: Navigating Non-Hodgkin Lymphoma with Family Support
Introduction At 39, I received a life-altering diagnosis: Non-Hodgkin Lymphoma, an aggressive type of cancer affecting the lymphatic system. As a single mother of a 14-year-old daughter and a 4-year-old son, this news sent shockwaves through my life and reshaped the dynamics of my family. The Early Signs For months before my diagnosis, I had…
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Coping with Non-Hodgkin Lymphoma: A Mother’s Journey
A Personal Battle with Non-Hodgkin Lymphoma Receiving a cancer diagnosis can be one of the most challenging moments in anyone’s life. I experienced this harsh reality when I was diagnosed with Non-Hodgkin Lymphoma at the age of 39. As a single mother of a 14-year-old daughter and a 4-year-old son, my life took a dramatic…
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A Voice from Silence: Patrice Aminati’s Journey
In a world where silence often obscures struggles, Patrice Aminati has emerged from a prolonged period of quiet to share her poignant journey with cancer. At the young age of 30, Patrice has faced the relentless grip of this disease for nearly three years, a battle that speaks volumes about resilience and courage. Her story…