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Doctors Said Not To Worry About the Lump, Then It Kept Getting Bigger
Newsweek • • health
Key Points:
- At 21, Renee Coakes noticed a small lump in her neck during a doctor's visit, initially dismissed as infection-related, but the lumps grew and multiplied over several months, accompanied by symptoms like fatigue and weight loss.
- After persistent symptoms, Renee was referred for an ultrasound and biopsy, which revealed she had stage two Hodgkin lymphoma, a cancer diagnosis that shocked her and her family.
- She underwent six chemotherapy treatments, experiencing severe side effects including hair loss, but by July, a PET scan showed she was in remission, allowing for a reduction in her treatment plan.
- Renee is now focused on healing and uses her social media platform to raise awareness about Hodgkin lymphoma, urging others to trust their instincts and seek medical advice if they notice unusual symptoms.
- Her story highlights the importance of early detection and persistence in seeking medical evaluation when symptoms persist or worsen.
