Stage IV Gastric Cancer: Patricia's Patient Story
This gastric cancer diagnosis at a glance
- Stage at diagnosis
- Stage IV
- Sex
- Female
- Outcome
- Living With Cancer
What happened, in summary
Patricia Etienne was diagnosed with Stage IV gastric cancer in June 2020 at age 59. She had considered herself healthy, worked as a group fitness instructor, and had no underlying conditions. The diagnosis initially left her fearful and defeated.
Over the next 6 months, Patricia changed her diet, began juicing, and gradually returned to group exercise after her husband renewed her fitness-center membership. These changes helped her rebuild a sense of routine and control.
Patricia reported feeling better physically, mentally, emotionally, and spiritually. She continued participating in church and choir activities and drew strength from her husband, 3 adult daughters, 2 teenage stepchildren, and 9 grandchildren.
Where this story comes from
This is a lay summary of an account first published by No Stomach For Cancer. Read the original in full
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