From Sharp Pain To RARE STAGE 4 Cancer! - Ariel | Appendix Cancer | The Patient Story

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Ariel Mierendorff shares her journey as a single mom and small business owner battling stage four high-grade appendix cancer. Diagnosed in 2021, Ariel recounts the sharp pains she initially dismissed, her whirlwind diagnosis, and the swift medical response that followed. In this cancer vlog, Ariel opens up about her rigorous treatment regimen, including 25 rounds of chemotherapy and multiple surgeries. Ariel passionately discusses the need for self-advocacy in medical care and the journey towards holistic healing, blending Western and non-Western approaches. Thank you, Ariel, for sharing your story to help others. #appendix #appendixcancer #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 Ariel 0:34 My first signs of appendix cancer 4:58 Hysterectomy surgery and my cancer diagnosis 6:41 My chemotherapy for appendix cancer 9:59 Finding a clinical trial 14:50 No signs of cancer 17:21 Alternative approaches to healing 20:10 The hardest reality of my cancer battle 23:31 It's okay to ask for what you need Join Our Community: Sign up for our FREE website: https://thepatientstory.com/ Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/thepatientstory Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/thepatientstory/ Twitter: https://twitter.com/Patient_Story TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@patientstory