Marieta Alexaki

Stage 2 Ovarian Cancer

"Cancer has radically changed my life. Through this journey I have become a stronger person."

Diagnosis & Treatment

CANCER TYPE

Ovarian Cancer

AGE DIAGNOSED

27

Medical Center

Corfu General Clinic - Greece

Surgeon

Oncologist

Clinical Trials

Medical Treatment

Chemotherapy

Surgery

Details of Treatment

I have had 2 surgeries and 20 cycles of chemotherapy, which took about 1.5 years

Medication During Treatment

Alternative Therapies During Treatment

WHAT CANCER TAUGHT ME

Cancer has radically changed my life. Through this journey I have become a stronger person.

Supplements

WHAt helped me during treatment

Favorite Quote

I can do the impossible.

Advice for Others

What helped me in this struggle was seeing examples from other cancer survivors. Also, I always thought positively and believed in myself. I know that our strength sometimes leaves us, but the strength of your soul continues and will never leave you.

My Story

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