My name is Maria and this is my story of dealing with penile cancer. It started when I was raised in a small town, and although I had regular check-ups, I wasn’t aware of the symptoms of penile cancer. One day when I was in my late twenties, I noticed I had a sore under the foreskin of my penis. I also felt some swelling, and a sense of numbness.
I knew something was wrong and went to the doctor. After a series of tests, he confirmed that I had penile cancer. It was a shock, but I was determined to become informed and start the treatment process.
Diagnosis:
The doctor explained to me the different stages of penile cancer, depending on how far it had spread. He gave me options for treatments and surgeries, which I carefully considered. I decided to go ahead with the surgery to remove the cancerous growth and some of the tissue surrounding it.
Treatment:
After the surgery, my doctor prescribed a course of radiation and chemotherapy to make sure I was free of cancer. I had to make changes to my diet and lifestyle to support the treatments, but I felt like it was something I had to do for my own health and well-being.
Recovery:
After a few months, I was free from cancer and getting back to the activities I loved again. I was glad to have the support of my family and friends during this time, and I was determined to lead a healthy and active life to stay cancer-free.
Today, I remain cancer-free, and I make sure to stay informed about all types of cancer, including penile cancer, so that I can look out for any new symptoms or changes in my body. I’m forever grateful to my doctor for his support and guidance.