Colon cancer diagnosis followed months of dismissed symptoms

Jessica Wozniak, 35, was diagnosed with Stage 4 colon cancer after months of symptoms that were initially dismissed as minor issues. She learned she has Lynch syndrome, a genetic condition that increases cancer risk, after her diagnosis. Wozniak's insurance initially denied coverage for her recommended immunotherapy treatment, despite evidence of its effectiveness. After appealing and seeking help from her community, her treatment was eventually approved. She is currently undergoing her eighth round of treatment and hopes to have surgery to remove cancerous masses. Wozniak emphasizes the importance of advocating for one's health in the face of medical challenges.