How I Learned I had Stage 4 Colorectal Cancer - Zykeisha | The Patient Story

Zykeisha found out her hemoglobin levels were dangerously low. She underwent a blood transfusion, but the relief was short-lived. Despite alarming signs like excruciating back pain, changes in stool, and even blood in her stool, doctors dismissed Zykeisha’s concerns time and time again. It took a full year of relentless doctor visits to uncover what was really going on. The turning point came when unbearable pain below her breast led to an emergency room visit, where an ultrasound revealed a mass on her liver. Initially misdiagnosed with gallstones, a colonoscopy revealed Stage 4 colorectal cancer that had metastasized to the liver. In this cancer vlog, Zykeisha describes the painful process of her diagnosis where she underwent multiple rounds of chemotherapy and major surgeries. Zykeisha also shows the power of self advocacy and how she never gave up on herself. #cancerstories #cancerpatient #cancersurvivor #patientstories #thepatientstory #coloncancer #colorectalcancer #colonoscopy #coloncancersymptoms #coloncancersurvivor #chemotherapy 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. [Video Chapters] 00:00 Introduction 00:51 My first symptoms 04:30 The back pain started and my stool was strange 05:53 It was a full year of going to the doctor before I found out what was wrong with me 06:40 I kept experiencing more symptoms like sharp pains under my breast 09:02 Finally getting answers 11:00 Processing being misdiagnosed for so long 12:39 Being diagnosed with colon cancer after a colonoscopy 13:50 Starting chemotherapy 15:57 Feeling depressed throughout chemotherapy 17:30 My liver was covered in masses 18:27 Preparing for surgery after treatment 20:45 I was in remission after surgery 22:15 I started feeling pain again 24:05 They found a nodule in my lung 25:30 I relapsed and had cancer on my lung and liver 27:00 Doing a chemotherapy again 30:10 I was tired of life 31:30 I lost my teeth because of chemotherapy 32:45 I had four major surgeries 33:38 I am back in remission 34:30 Being at peace with every part of it 35:00 I smiled through it all Join Our Community: Sign up for our FREE website: https://thepatientstory.com/ Facebook:   / thepatientstory   Instagram:   / thepatientstory   Twitter:   / patient_story   Tik Tok:   / patientstory   The interview has only been edited for clarity. The interview has only been edited for clarity. Stage 4 Colorectal Cancer - Zykeisha | The Patient Story    • How I Learned I had Stage 4 Colorectal Can...