I have Stage 4 Gastric Cancer and I've developed ascites in the last week. The ER doctor told me this is a sign of progression, but referred me to my Oncologist for more details. I have an appointment coming up, but in the meantime thought I'd ask: Anyone experiencing ascites, what was your prognosis? Am I nearing the end?
I was diagnosed last fall with Stage 4 Cancer, resulting in my Oncologist declaring me permanently disabled with no prospects of returning to work.
I really, really miss working. I reflected on what I enjoyed the most and it was helping my team grow, as well as my formal Mentor role cross-functionally. I have 14 years of HR Management experience and was a natural navigating office politics and understanding what the senior managers wanted.
I'd like to find a program that connects people like me with working professionals on a regular frequency. I don't want income, just a break from thinking about Cancer all the time, paying it forward with others. Do these types of programs exist? Can I be a volunteer v an employee?