Alexis Moberger

Mar 5, 2024 | thepatientstory.com | Alexis Moberger

February 5, 2024David, a stage 4 follicular lymphoma survivor, began his journey with cancer in 2011 when he experienced sharp abdomen pains and persistent sickness while living in Japan. Initially dismissed as the flu, he faced a delayed diagnosis due to the aftermath of a devastating earthquake and tsunami. The loss of his home and business added complexity to his struggle as he sought treatment for his blood cancer.

Jan 23, 2024 | thepatientstory.com | Alexis Moberger

January 23, 2024Jelena, a mother and avid runner, shares her journey with stage 3 rectal cancer. Initially experiencing changes in her gas, she attributed it to dietary issues. When bleeding occurred, she consulted a nurse practitioner who suggested monitoring the symptoms. After three months, the bleeding intensified, prompting tests and a colonoscopy. Despite being healthy and in her 30s, Jelena received an unexpected diagnosis – rectal cancer.

Jan 17, 2024 | thepatientstory.com | Alexis Moberger

January 17, 2024Jason, a motorsports photojournalist and business owner who rescues cats with his wife, led a busy life. His career often involved working long hours, being away from home for extended periods, and physical challenges. When new symptoms arose such as blood in his stool and gastrointestinal issues, he put them aside and explained them away. Until the bleeding worsened. He visited the doctor to address his symptoms and his doctor discovered elevated liver levels following blood work.

Dec 13, 2023 | thepatientstory.com | Alexis Moberger

December 13, 2023Komal often visited the doctor as strange symptoms arose, including nosebleeds, weight loss, fainting episodes, and hair loss. Her doctor told her she likely had anemia and was not vigilant to check her for other issues. This led Komal to switch doctors, who discovered she had a rare type of lymphoma called Waldenström macroglobulinemia (WM) and an enlarged spleen. Doctors told her she was one of the youngest people in the UK to have this disease.

Dec 4, 2023 | thepatientstory.com | Alexis Moberger

December 4, 2023As a healthcare communications professional, Marie sat down with numerous cancer patients and shared their stories through writing. She was familiar with cancer symptoms and knew to take them seriously. Then her own cancer symptoms began, such as bleeding and spotting, which led her to make an appointment with her doctor and get an endometrial biopsy and ultrasound. Doctors didn’t find anything in either test.