I started experiencing blood in my stool and cramping. These symptoms prompted me to seek medical attention.

After my diagnosis, I made several changes to my lifestyle. I increased my exercise frequency by 50% and started eating a healthier diet 3 to 5 days a week.

I have been just diagnosed and have yet to receive treatment. My doctor recommended a partial colectomy (removal of a part of the colon). Based on my own research and further recommendations by my doctor, I eventually opted for the partial colectomy as well as chemotherapy. I am currently waiting for treatment to begin.

I am also considering alternative treatments such as nutritional supplements for after chemo.

I felt rather scared and a little anxious after deciding on the treatment plan. It is daunting, thinking about what is to come.

I am making some lifestyle changes permanent, such as more frequent exercise and eating a healthier diet every day. Since my diagnosis, I’ve also contacted and visited my parents more often.

My biggest dreams are to see my parents grow old, have kids, and progress in my career. I want to have a big family. Thinking about my loved ones has motivated me through the diagnosis, and I am trying to hold on for my wife. I just want to recover from surgery and chemo in the next 2 years.

My biggest fear throughout this journey is dying early because I want a big family, but my wife and I are still trying to have children. I am also concerned about the effects of chemo on fertility.

To overcome this fear, I talked to my wife and doctors, asking other patients about juices or homeopathy to relieve chemo symptoms.

I feel the same as before.

The journey can be long and tiring, but think of your loved ones. Make the most out of what you can do now.