I’ve Had 30 Reconstructive Surgeries Because of Cancer! - Terry | Rare Sarcoma | The Patient Story

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Terry was 20 when friends pointed out a lump near his nose that he hadn’t even noticed. Life was full at UC Berkeley until strange tingling in his cheek and a growing mass revealed a diagnosis of fibrosarcoma, a rare form of sarcoma. In this cancer vlog, Terry shares his journey through misdiagnosis, painful surgeries, and the fear of losing his eye. He reflects on years of reconstruction, the power of faith, and the battle scars that shaped his perspective. Terry opens up about how he turned vulnerability into strength, found healing in community, and transformed pain into a purpose that fuels his speaking and writing today. Thank you, Terry, for sharing your story to help others. Want to hear more about Terry's diagnosis of Rare Sarcoma? 👉 https://thepatientstory.com/?s=rare+sarcoma #sarcoma #sarcomacancer #fibrosarcoma #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 Terry 0:57 When I First Noticed Something Was Wrong 3:03 The Moment Eveything Changed 6:32 My Cancer Came Back Six Months After Surgery 10:27 The Day of Surgery 13:07 I Underwent 30 Reconstruction Surgery in Six Years 14:45 I Decided I Was Done With Surgery 16:45 How My Perspective on Life Has Changed 19:27 How I'm Helping Others Gain Self Confidence 20:46 What I Want People To Know 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’ve Had 30 Reconstructive Surgeries Because of Cancer! - Terry | Rare Sarcoma | The Patient Story https://youtu.be/xSGISdAyKfE