In 2021, Albertina Dancy began to experience abdominal pain, but that wasn’t all.  She also had gastrointestinal issues, jaundice and other problems.  However, she didn’t take them seriously and thought they could be successfully addressed with over-the-counter remedies.  When that didn’t happen, she sought medical attention.

 

Albertina’s doctor said the symptoms, combined with her existing fatty liver disease, merited a trip to an oncologist.  A series of scans and tests, plus the stiffness of her liver, led to a diagnosis of liver cancer.

 

The diagnosis left Albertina depressed, wondering if she would get well again.  She regrets not seeking medical attention at an earlier time because doctors said her only treatment option with a regimen of radiation treatment and chemotherapy.

 

The chemo was extremely tough on Albertina.  She was in constant pain, felt extreme fatigue and was demoralized about losing all her hair.

 

However, she achieved survivorship and says because she pays close attention to diet and exercise, her health is better than it was prior to her diagnosis.

 

By way of advice, Albertina Dancy strongly advises anyone suffering unusual health issues to immediately seek medical attention.

 

Additional Resources:

 

American Liver Foundation: https://www.liverfoundation,org