Fred Vella
Patient/Survivor |
Rectal - Stage II |
Age at Diagnosis: 51
I thought I had hemorrhoids because I was bleeding a lot. I went to the ER, and the hospital did a colonoscopy and CT scan. That is when they found stage II rectal cancer. I went through chemo, radiation, and surgery, and then more chemo afterwards. This is the short version of my story.
Do it do not be afraid to get a colonoscopy. It is better to be safe than sorry.
Fred Vella
Patient/Survivor |
Rectal - Stage II |
Age at Diagnosis: 51
I thought I had hemorrhoids because I was bleeding a lot. I went to the ER, and the hospital did a colonoscopy and CT scan. That is when they found stage II rectal cancer. I went through chemo, radiation, and surgery, and then more chemo afterwards. This is the short version of my story.
Do it do not be afraid to get a colonoscopy. It is better to be safe than sorry.
"Stay positive and have faith. Get second opinions. Do not rely on one doctor."
Fred Vella
Patient/Survivor |
Rectal - Stage II |
Age at Diagnosis: 51
I thought I had hemorrhoids because I was bleeding a lot. I went to the ER, and the hospital did a colonoscopy and CT scan. That is when they found stage II rectal cancer. I went through chemo, radiation, and surgery, and then more chemo afterwards. This is the short version of my story.
Do it do not be afraid to get a colonoscopy. It is better to be safe than sorry.
"Stay positive and have faith. Get second opinions. Do not rely on one doctor."
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