My Sarcoma Story – Adelina

When I was 15 a small lump appeared on my arm. When the lump didn’t go away I went to the doctors, where it was dismissed as a minor muscle growth. However, as it continued to grow significantly over the next year, I went to get a second opinion at a different hospital. There, at 16, l was diagnosed with stage 4 Ewing’s sarcoma, a rare and aggressive bone cancer. Shortly after, I underwent surgery and began intensive treatment my regimen consisting of 14 to 16 rounds of chemotherapy, radiation, and tumor resection surgery, spanning approximately 10 months of treatment. Now, a year into remission, I feel grateful for the opportunity to raise awareness and share my story.

Words of Wisdom

There will always be someone rooting for you. If you think there isn’t guess what there’s me! It’s easy to feel like giving up, but just know you are so much more than cancer.

Role of the Sarcoma Foundation of America

They’ve shown me that I’ll never be alone. The cancer community is very welcoming and you’ll receive unconditional support and love.