Mum of 3 felt '9 months pregnant'
A mother of three is raising awareness after recurring symptoms of severe bloating led to a stage four cancer diagnosis.
The story so far
A woman experiencing persistent bloating described the physical sensation as being nine months pregnant. Despite consulting with medical professionals, her condition remained undiagnosed during earlier appointments.
The current reporting does not specify the type of cancer diagnosed or the timeline for the patient's upcoming medical treatment.
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Coverage (5)
- 'I felt nine months pregnant Manchester Evening News · 47d ago
- I felt so bloated Daily Record · 47d ago
- Mum who felt 'pregnant' given shock diagnosis after two doctors missed it Daily Express · 47d ago
- ‘My bloating felt like I was nine months’ pregnant – two GPs misdiagnosed me before I found out I had stage four cancer’ Yahoo Life UK · 47d ago
- Mum of 3 felt '9 months pregnant' The Mirror · 47d ago broke it first
The obvious questions
What symptoms prompted the medical investigation?
The patient experienced persistent, severe bloating that she described as feeling like she was nine months pregnant.
How many doctors failed to identify the condition initially?
According to reports, two GPs misdiagnosed the patient before a stage four cancer diagnosis was confirmed.
Is the specific type of cancer known?
Coverage does not yet specify the type of cancer diagnosed.
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