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Episode 11: My Cancer Story - A Massage Saved My Life, A Second Opinion Saved My Face
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תוכן מסופק על ידי Elaina St James. כל תוכן הפודקאסטים כולל פרקים, גרפיקה ותיאורי פודקאסטים מועלים ומסופקים ישירות על ידי Elaina St James או שותף פלטפורמת הפודקאסט שלהם. אם אתה מאמין שמישהו משתמש ביצירה שלך המוגנת בזכויות יוצרים ללא רשותך, אתה יכול לעקוב אחר התהליך המתואר כאן https://he.player.fm/legal.
In this conversation, Elaina St James shares her personal experience with a parotid tumor and the journey she went through to seek treatment. She emphasizes the importance of listening to your body and seeking second opinions when necessary. Despite the challenges she faced, Elaina remained determined to find a better outcome and ultimately underwent surgery with a surgeon who cared. The pathology report revealed that the tumor was cancerous, but the doctor believed they had removed it all. Elaina continues to be closely monitored for any signs of recurrence. In this conversation, Elaina St James shares her personal experience with cancer and the impact it had on her life. She emphasizes the importance of early detection and how it can significantly improve survival rates. Elaina also discusses how her cancer scare changed her perspective on life and made her more focused on finding joy in everyday experiences. She encourages listeners to prioritize their health and get regular check-ups and screenings. Ultimately, Elaina's message is to be grateful for each day and to live life to the fullest.
Takeaways
Listen to your body and take action if something feels off
Seek second opinions when it comes to your health
Find a doctor who cares and is committed to achieving the best outcome
Regular monitoring and follow-up are crucial after treatment Early detection is crucial in improving survival rates for cancer.
Finding joy in everyday experiences can greatly enhance one's quality of life.
Regular check-ups and screenings are essential for maintaining good health.
Being grateful for each day and living life to the fullest is important.
Chapters
00:00 Introduction and Motivation
04:08 Discovering the Lump
06:00 Living the Young Professional Life
07:00 Diagnosis and Treatment Options
13:40 Seeking a Second Opinion
16:05 Finding a Surgeon with a Better Outcome
28:23 Pathology Report and Aftermath
32:03 The Importance of Early Detection
39:18 Finding Joy in Life
46:06 Taking Care of Your Health
57:11 Being Greedy for Joy
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