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Susan Helmrich

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Cancer type: Related NET
NETtype: Neuroendocrince Pancreatic tumor
Diagnosis year: 2009
Home: Berkeley, CA - USA

How I Survive Cancer

This is my second posting on Caring for Carcinoid as this is my second bout with a carcinoid/NET. I was daignosed almost in April 2009 and had surgery in August. I had a 6 1/2 hour Whipple surgery and spent 23 days at Stanford Hospital. I'm happy to say that now, 7 months later, I'm doing great. Swimming and daily exercise keep me going and feeling grateful to have "made it" once again.

How I Fight for a Cure

Swim Across America - Making Waves to Fight Cancer.
Raising money for cancer research through swimming events.

My Caring Words of Encouragement

I've had 3 bouts of cancer (all different) and I'm just so grateful to be alive. I wish everyone with a cancer diagnosis could have my outcome.



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