my right thyroid gland. Up to now, I continue to take hormone pills to supplement my
bodily function. Although my life returned to normal, five years later in 1994, cancer
again appeared in my uterus. Another operation was performed to cut away the afflicted
part. One year after, the remaining cancer cells were found in my vagina and I had to
undergo a third operation.
The last operation must have been a big accident! It was a failed operation
because at the time, my bladder adhered to the intestine and the doctor cut off the healed
bladder as well. As a result, urine flowed to my abdomen and my bladder deteriorated.
The doctor suggested cutting away the whole bladder but I had hoped to keep at least the
half that was not afflicted. Finally, only a small part was left.
Only this operation caused a great burden on my body. In September 1998, the
cancer was found to have metastasized again. At first, I felt slight pain in my back and
waist. The acute pain made me unable to move. I was in the hospital again and the doctor said that an operation on the waist might make me unable to walk. Considering
that I was approaching 70, I refused further operations and opted to have radiation
therapy.
The pain in my waste was not relieved despite the continuous treatment. I could
not sit nor stand. I had difficulty even turning over in bed. I took morphine to kill the
pain during my stay in the hospital and continued doing so even after my release. It did
not solve the problem either!
At that time, my daughter’s friend gave me a book entitled “Fighting against
Cancer” with the suggestion to try other medicines rather than wait for death. With my
family’s support and encouragement, I started to take Tian Xian liquid for five months.
Gradually the pain eased and I no longer needed the added dosage of morphine. I could
finally walk around without being supported and sometimes, I even forgot to take the
morphine. It was so unbelievable! In September 1998, my family was still afraid that I
couldn’t spend the New Year with them. But I was determined to greet the new
millennium with my beloved family. Now, I am so energetic! Although I can’t hold one
position for long, I am able to do light housework. Before I fell ill, I was tired of cooking
three meals a day, washing clothes and cleaning the rooms every day. Now, I feel so
delighted at any thing that I can accomplish well. I take interest in weaving and patching.
Considering the designs of the pattern, I really feel satisfied.
Going through such a terrible experience makes me think one’s fate is destined.
Of course, I hope to live longer. While taking Tian Xian liquid, I no longer feel anxious
but more eager to face new challenges and new things. No one should demand too much of himself, however. So I simply relax, keep optimistic and I believe I will be strong enough to fight against disease.