"I Let My Symptoms Go On Longer Than I Should Have!" | Stage 4 Colon Cancer | The Patient Story

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Heather Candrilli was 35 when she noticed severe bloating and rectal bleeding. She thought it might be food sensitivities or hemorrhoids, but scans revealed colon cancer that had already spread to her liver. In this cancer vlog, Heather shares her journey from early symptoms to chemotherapy and the fight for a liver transplant. She opens up about the shock of hearing her disease was not resectable, the resilience she found in her children, and the incredible support of family, friends, and even strangers offering to donate. Her story is about facing fear, holding onto hope, and encouraging others to take their symptoms seriously. Thank you, Heather, for sharing your story to help others. Want to hear more about Heather's diagnosis of Colon Cancer? 👉 https://thepatientstory.com/?s=colon+cancer #coloncancer #coloncancerawareness #coloncancerprevention #cancerpatient #cancersurvivor #patientstories #thepatientstory #cancertreatment #cancerprevention #cancersymptoms The Patient Story: The Patient Story is led by a dedicated team of medical, editorial, and video experts, committed to authentically portraying the cancer patient experience. Sharing your story holds transformative power, culturally and personally. We handle each narrative with utmost care, compassion, and scientific rigor. Our editorial process adheres to the highest journalistic standards, ensuring medically researched, vetted, and fact-checked content. Backed by experienced medical professionals, we offer insights into the latest medical advancements. Beyond patient narratives, we provide comprehensive coverage of cancer news and medical resources. From symptoms to clinical trials, insurance, finances, and support groups, we offer guidance in a humanized manner. Chapters: 0:00 Meet Heather 1:00 When Things First Started To Feel “Off” 2:55 The Moment Everything Changed 5:11 Finding The Right Care Team 6:48 What My Treatment Plan Has Looked Like 8:13 Exploring Options For My Liver 12:41 Meeting My Transplant Doctor 14:42 How I’ve Navigated My Emotions About The Liver Transplant 15:42 Staying Present With My Kids 17:00 Staying Optimistic About My Diagnosis 18:05 What My Biggest Advice Is Join Our Community: Sign up for our FREE website: https://thepatientstory.com/ Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/thepatientstory Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/thepatientstory/ Twitter: https://twitter.com/Patient_Story TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@patientstory I Let My Symptoms Go On Longer Than I Should Have! | Stage 4 Colon Cancer | The Patient Story https://youtu.be/H4Yv76XZdmo