Cancer Healing Journeys by ZenOnco.io & Love Heals Cancer

Prakshi was diagnosed with Endometrial cancer in November 2020, before her 30th birthday. She had a history of heavy bleeding, often brushed off as usual and nothing worrisome. Her symptoms worsened during the lockdown. On further investigation, it was diagnosed as stage IA Endometrial Cancer. A radical hysterectomy and bilateral oophorectomy were performed. This surgery put her into medical menopause. She felt cheated and was now a part of the 'Why me?' circle. But you don't have many convincing answers with things like cancer. It just happens. And the acceptance comes gradually.

She likes to say that don't ever think of yourselves as any less to all my fellow cancer warriors. Your illness does not and should not define you. It should only empower you. We all are more robust than we think, and we are here to bloom. We got this!

Premlatha Parihar is a Breast Cancer Survivor. Her initial symptoms were diarrhoea and weakness. She initially consulted a doctor, and he gave medicines for the symptoms, but there was no relief. One day, she saw an article regarding Breast Cancer self-checks in the Newspaper. Thus, she self-checked and felt a nodule on her right breast. Her family took her to the hospital, and after Biopsy, it was diagnosed as Breast Cancer. At first, they did not believe and went for multiple second opinions. Finally, they decided to go for surgery. After surgery, she underwent chemotherapy and radiotherapy treatment as well.

During the Cancer Journey, she joined Anuradha Saxena's ""SANGINI"" group, which made her feel herself again. Premlatha is a true believer in God, and she believes that proper diet, sleep and faith can bring out wonders.

In 2017, Pilar Portela-Webb was diagnosed with Triple Negative Breast Cancer. After undergoing five months of chemotherapy, a double mastectomy with expanders, five weeks of radiation treatments, and reconstructive surgery Pilar is happy to share she is cancer-free and officially a Cancer Survivor. Pilar is the U.S. Media Relations Manager at Business Wire, a Berkshire Hathaway company. She is a graduate of NYU’s School of Journalism and earned her MBA from FAU. Pilar resides in Miami with her husband and two daughters.

Pankaj Tiwari is a Bone Cancer Survivor. He had cancer in 2011. His initial symptom was pain in the legs. When the pain became unbearable, he went to see the doctors, and on further tests, it was confirmed as Bone Cancer. He underwent chemotherapy and surgery as a part of the treatment. He had lots of trouble during the chemotherapy treatment. His advice to all cancer patients is to drink enough water during chemotherapy treatment to avoid weakness.

Nikhitha is a Breast Cancer Survivor. She noticed a lump on her breast in 2020. On further tests, it was diagnosed as Breast Cancer. She felt hopeless, but her friends supported her throughout. She underwent surgery, radiation therapy and hormone replacement therapy as a part of the treatment. She says," Cancer is a blessing but not financially. It is essential to get medical insurance. Take teach day as it comes".

Mike Robinson, the founder of the Global Cannabinoid Research Center and more, is a multiple cancer survivor who used cannabis oils extensively to treat PTSD, Pain, Addiction, Severe Epilepsy, and more. He is a published cannabinoid medicine researcher and the former Director of Consumer Affairs for the American Academy of Cannabinoid Medicine. He is also the American Cannabis Compassion Alliance leader, which provides cannabinoid extracts for disadvantaged patients. He was a former registered Civil Rights lobbyist and non-attorney that represented disabled children pro bono nationwide for over two decades, a past board member of Big Brothers and Sisters, and the founder of multiple non-profits for disabled children. Finally, he is a Compassion Provider that's also an Educator, Journalist, Activist, Speaker, and more and the owner of Mikes Medicines https://www.mikesmedicines.com/, Recovery Life Today online Magazine & The Hemp Users Guide.

Dr Mohit Verma is a Caregiver to his mother diagnosed with stage 4 Ovarian Cancer. He is a professor at Amity University, Uttar Pradesh. The symptoms started all of a sudden in March 2020. When they went to see the doctor, he asked to do some tests, and his mother was diagnosed with stage 4 Ovarian Cancer. The whole family was shocked as she was the powerhouse of the family. Different doctors gave different opinions. Finally, they decided to go ahead with AIIMs Delhi for Cancer treatment. She started with Chemotherapy sessions. The First Chemo session was very depressing, but the doctors were excellent, and according to Dr Mohit, they played a vital role in the healing process of both himself and his mother. Dr Mohits mother is a very cheerful lady. After six chemotherapy sessions, Surgery was performed, and then another two chemo cycles were performed. Finally, when they thought she was Cancer free, Cancer knocked on the door again in March 2021. Again six chemo cycles were delivered. She is still a Cancer fighter. Dr Mohit says it is essential to stay positive no matter what is thrown at you. Think Positive, stay positive.

Mel Mann is the World’s Longest Living Gleevec (Imatinib) & TKI & Kinase Inhibitor Survivor, 27 Year Terminal Leukemia (CML) Survivor; US Army Retired, Educator, Patient Advocate & Consultant. He Published and appeared in articles such as USA Today, Coping With Cancer Magazine, American Association for Cancer Research (AACR), Cancer Today Magazine etc. He also appeared on numerous television & radio shows as a patient advocate and made a nationwide television commercial for the American Cancer Society (ACS). He has participated on panels such as The Atlantic’s People vs Cancer series, Hematology Oncology Pharmacy Association (HOPA), WCG, Patient Power etc. Mel Mann actively collaborates on health equity and ethnic diversity issues with groups such as the American Cancer Society’s Cancer Action Network (ACSCAN), Society of Integrative Oncology (SIO) etc. He has participated in numerous nationwide bone marrow drives, including the World’s Largest, with 10,675 people joining the marrow registry at a single drive and collaborated in marrow donor recruitment for Be The Match, DKMS Marrow, and the Bill Young Marrow Donor organizations. He is the past National Community Outreach Coordinator of Leukemia & Lymphoma Society’s (LLS) Myeloma Link program. He has been a Guest Speaker for Cepheid, Churches, Community Organizations, Leukemia & Lymphoma Society, Cancer Support Groups and the US Army. For being a marrow donor, please visit: http://join.bethematch.org/MelMann.

Meenakshi Chaudhary is a Blood Cancer survivor. In 2018 she started working as an engineer trainee, and suddenly one day, she started having pain in her left abdominal region. She tried some home therapies, but there was no relief from the pain. The pain did not subside. She then consulted a doctor, and firstly, it was diagnosed as gastritis, so he prescribed some medicines. But on Sonography, there was an enlargement of the spleen. They then consulted another doctor, and it was revealed as Blood Cancer on further tests. She underwent treatment for the same. Meenakshi is a cheerful person. She likes to enjoy her life to the fullest, and she will always make sure to do that.

Mahadev D Jadhav is a Colorectal Cancer Survivor and Joint secretary of the Ostomy Association of India. He was diagnosed with cancer at the age of 30, and the doctors said there are fewer chances of him having a kid after the surgery. By God's grace, he has a kid and is 18 years old now. Along with Ostomy Association, he fights for all the survivors who have stoma bags. Ostomy Association believes that people with stoma bags should be considered in the disability group and should get all the benefits of a disabled person. He is happily living with his family. He is also an artist and spends most of his time doing dramas.