They Said 'It's Probably Nothing.' It Was Stage 4 Lung Cancer | Mayya's Lung Cancer Story | Pt 1/3

Mayya went to the doctor with a dry cough, fatigue, and no appetite. She was sent home with an inhaler. She had stage 4 lung cancer.In this episode, she shares her path to a stage 4 lung diagnosis with host and lung cancer patient, Leah Philliups. Chapters:0:00 — Introduction0:23 — First signs: pregnancy, appetite loss, and a cough that wouldn't quit1:44 — Going to the doctor and not being believed2:30 — "You don't need an x-ray" — and what she did next3:10 — Urgent care, a chest x-ray, and a pneumonia misdiagnosis4:37 — Mother's Day: the moment she knew she had to go back6:35 — The doctor who actually listened: shoutout to Dr. Davidson7:30 — PET scan results: lighting up like a Christmas tree8:45 — Biopsy results and ALK fusion diagnosis9:38 — Mayya's advice: you are not your doctor's pet📢 Amplifying the Voices of Young-Onset Lung CancerYLCI is a 501(c)(3) nonprofit dedicated to providing support, research, and advocacy for the young-onset community.New here? Hit SUBSCRIBE to help us share these stories and ensure no young person faces this diagnosis alone.💙 Learn More🌐 Visit Our Website: https://ylci.org⚠️ DisclaimerThis content is for informational purposes only and is not medical advice. Always seek the advice of your physician or other qualified health provider with any questions regarding a medical condition.