My journey through colon cancer!!

2-5Years

Mary J. on December 1, 2017

I was Diagnosed with:

Colon cancer

Employment Status:

Fulltime

Gender/Age:

Female/49

Type and Description of Treatments:

Surgery and chemo

How do you feel today?

I feel ok...but at night are my worst!

Since the diagnosis, what has changed in your life?

I don't cuss out people anymore! Lol this has gotten me to enjoy life while I can. Closer to God more than ever!! Hair is gone but I think I'm cute!

What is going well for you right now?

So far so good...I can take a break from the chemo since I will be doing this for a while

What is not going well for you right now?

The lymphodes not sure I spelled it right..they cause pain. One is still there..

What has been the most challenging thing about having cancer?

The sick feeling after chemo

When difficulties overwhelm you, where do you go for support?

God and my husband..my bestie Stephanie

What is your work arrangement right now? What are your hours?

Work at home everyday

Since the diagnosis, what has changed in your work life?

Work longer hours to have my day off for chemo

What has helped you continue to work the most?

The fact I can work home and have leave donated to me