I Thought It Was Anxiety – But It Was a Brain Tumor! - Kelsey | Brain Cancer | The Patient Story

Kelsey Stokstad, a young mother from Winona, Wisconsin, began experiencing numbness and tingling in her left arm in May 2023. Initially dismissed as anxiety, her symptoms escalated, leading to a seizure that prompted an emergency CT scan. The scan revealed a 4 cm brain tumor, a shocking diagnosis that brought memories of her grandfather’s battle with a glioblastoma. In this cancer vlog, Kelsey opens up about her emotional journey, from navigating the uncertainty of her diagnosis to undergoing surgery and starting treatment. She emphasizes the importance of self-advocacy and shares how she found strength in her family and medical team while facing this life-changing news. Thank you, Kelsey, for sharing your story to help others. #braincancer #braincancerawareness #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 Kelsey 0:28 First symptoms of brain cancer 4:28 My brain tumor and surgery 9:12 The hardest months of my entire life 13:29 Chemotherapy and side effects 16:35 Incredible clinical trial connection 19:05 The impact of cancer on my family Join Our Community: Sign up for our FREE website: https://thepatientstory.com/ Facebook:   / thepatientstory   Instagram:   / thepatientstory   Twitter:   / patient_story   TikTok:   / patientstory