Ananda knew something wasn't right when noticed blood in her stool after the birth of her son in 2014. Even though her symptoms got worse, doctors dismissed her concerns as hemorrhoids for years. It wasn't until 6 years later, she was able to get a colonoscopy, which revealed a large rectal tumor. She was then diagnosed with stage 3B rectal cancer at 44.
In this cancer vlog, she opens up about the importance of listening to your body and advocating for yourself even when doctors minimize your symptoms.
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Video Chapters:
00:00 Introduction
00:47 My first symptoms
05:38 Getting a colonoscopy
07:44 Getting the diagnosis
10:22 Learning it was stage 3B rectal cancer
11:59 Going through chemotherapy
14:42 Processing the diagnosis
18:55 Words of advice
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The interview has only been edited for clarity. The interview has only been edited for clarity.
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