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I got stage 4 cancer in my 40s. My young daughter and husband keep me fighting
The author was diagnosed with rare metastatic appendiceal cancer in October 2023 at age 40. Since the stage 4 diagnosis, she has endured multiple rounds of chemotherapy and surgeries, requiring constant travel to Texas for targeted treatment. Despite the medical warfare, she continues her daily life as a mother, journalist, and supportive family member.
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