I Was Dismissed Because I Looked Healthy - Shannin | Stage 4 Colon Cancer | The Patient Story

Shannin was only 26 when she started experiencing unbearable abdominal pain and nausea.After fighting for multiple opinions and undergoing emergency scans, she was diagnosed with stage 4 metastatic colorectal cancer. In this cancer vlog, Shannin shares her journey of self-advocacy, the grueling treatments she's endured, and her determination to fight. Through it all, she remains an advocate for young adults battling cancer. Thank you, Shannin, for sharing your story to help others. To read more on her story → https://thepatientstory.com/patient-s... #ColorectalCancer #Stage4Cancer #MetastaticCancer #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 Shannin 0:48 Processing the Diagnosis 1:29 First Symptoms & Seeking Help 3:14 The Path to a Diagnosis 5:52 How My Surgery Went 7:17 Starting Chemotherapy & Treatment Plan 9:05 The Reality of Living with Cancer 10:18 Immunotherapy & Hope for the Future 11:19 Chemotherapy 15:13 Emotional Impact 16:38 Physical Changes & Body Image Struggles 19:49 Message to Others Facing a Diagnosis Join Our Community: Sign up for our FREE website: https://thepatientstory.com/ Facebook:   / thepatientstory   Instagram:   / thepatientstory   Twitter:   / patient_story   TikTok:   / patientstory   I Was Dismissed Because I Looked Healthy - Shannin | Stage 4 Colon Cancer | The Patient Story    • I Was Dismissed Because I Looked Healthy -...