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Woman Dismissed Common Colon Cancer Sign for Years; Diagnosed Stage 3
Business Insider • • health
Key Points:
- Bryce Ramsey, a registered nurse, was diagnosed with stage 3 colon cancer at age 33 after experiencing bleeding and fatigue, symptoms she initially attributed to hemorrhoids and work exhaustion.
- She underwent surgery removing three feet of her colon and 13 lymph nodes, followed by chemotherapy, during which she continued working despite severe side effects.
- Months after completing treatment, Ramsey unexpectedly became pregnant and gave birth to a healthy son, Emree Lucas-Ray Ramsey, whom she named to symbolize strength and hope.
- Genetic testing revealed Ramsey has Lynch syndrome, an inherited condition increasing cancer risk, leading to early cancer detection and treatment among her family members.
- Now in remission, Ramsey advocates for colon cancer awareness and genetic testing, emphasizing the importance of trusting one’s instincts about health symptoms.
