Collette (diagnosed at age 30, stage I)
At age 30 I was diagnosed with Ovarian Cancer. I was fortunate enough to be diagnosed in Stage 1A, the earliest stage. My only symptom was a swelling in my abdomen which at first I thought was due to weight gain. I underwent surgery which was followed by four rounds of chemotherapy.
I believe that goodness comes from every bad thing that a person experiences. My having had cancer, has elevated my appreciation for family and friends and it brought us all closer together. It has also given me the knowledge to educate those around me as to the importance of yearly check-ups.