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Woman's cancer ordeal: Delayed MRI and lost faith
26 Jan
Summary
- Chemotherapy and radiotherapy in August 2022 impacted her son.
- Further MRI in February 2023 confirmed tumor presence.
- Health board cited for 'dragging their heels' on records.
Jessica began a demanding five-week course of chemotherapy and radiotherapy in August 2022. This treatment regimen took a significant toll on her 13-year-old son and personally affected Jessica, pushing her into early menopause and forcing her to abandon plans for another child.
She reported difficulty with daily tasks and expressed a belief that her MRI referral was delayed. A follow-up MRI in February 2023 confirmed the tumor remained, leading to a hysterectomy in July 2023. This prolonged ordeal caused Jessica to lose faith in medical professionals, frequently questioning their decisions.
Previously working full-time, Jessica can now only manage three days a week due to the physical and mental exhaustion from her ongoing health battle. She described the situation as "never-ending," experiencing occasional bleeding and awaiting further biopsies, constantly worried about potential misdiagnosis.
