An avid triathlete and marathon runner, Jessica faced a shocking diagnosis of stage 4 colorectal cancer that had spread to her lungs, spine, and rib. It took a year of pelvic pain and misdiagnoses, including an ovarian cyst, before discovering the truth.

Despite a grim prognosis, Jessica continues to live life to the fullest and advocates for better awareness and screening for young adults. Her story highlights the importance of early detection and the strength needed to navigate such a challenging path.

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Video Chapters
0:00 Meet Jessica
0:56 My colorectal cancer symptoms
3:05 The doctor tried to stop my colonoscopy
4:20 I was given no hope of survival
5:16 I wasn't taken seriously so I advocated for myself
7:08 Changing the approach to colorectal cancer
9:10 Find an advocacy group
10:06 My colorectal cancer treatments
12:40 Medical gaslighting: They thought it was all in my head.
14:39 My chemotherapy treatments for colorectal cancer
19:17 My chemotherapy side effects
20:41 I was in survivor mode fighting for my life
22:23 Find someone who gives you hope

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