At just 29 years old, Alexandra was diagnosed with stage 4 Hodgkin's lymphoma after noticing swollen lymph nodes. But her symptoms first started after going through a break up. She experienced unexplained weight loss, night sweats, and thinning hair. After googling her symptoms, she noticed they were in line with Hodgkin’s lymphoma. But after an ultrasound and blood tests, doctors couldn't find anything. It wasn't until she got biopsy that revealed she had Hodgkin's lymphoma, that had spread to her neck, lungs, and around the spleen.

In this cancer vlog, Alexandra unwraps the hardship of life taking an unexpected turn. She describes her chemotherapy side effects and how art kept her going every day.

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[Video Chapters]
00:00 Introduction
00:30 My first symptoms
01:23 I had swollen lymph nodes on my collarbone
3:30 My blood tests didn’t show signs of cancer
05:10 Being diagnosed with Hodgkin’s lymphoma
06:45 Starting chemotherapy and my side effects
08:20 The emotions of losing my hair
10:15 Taking naps and home hydration
11:30 Being active on my off weeks from chemotherapy
12:45 What got me up in the morning
13:30 Talking about infertility because of chemotherapy
15:10 Ask questions and get advice
15:28 Find your support system

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The interview has only been edited for clarity. The interview has only been edited for clarity.

Swollen Lymph Nodes to Stage 4 Cancer Alexandra | Hodgkin's Lymphoma | The Patient Story
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