Grief is a complex, multifaceted emotion that grips us in the wake of losing someone we love. It is both intensely personal and universally experienced, yet each journey through grief is unique. My journey began when I lost one of my most cherished loved ones to pancreatic cancer—a diagnosis that shattered our world and set us on a path filled with heartache, resilience, and ultimately, a deep sense of loss.
It all started with subtle symptoms: a slight loss of appetite, persistent fatigue, and mild abdominal discomfort. These were symptoms that could easily be attributed to stress or a minor illness. However, when they persisted and began to escalate, we knew something was wrong.
My loved one Mamuji, decided to see a doctor. After a series of tests, the diagnosis came back as pancreatic cancer. Pancreatic cancer is notorious for its stealth.
Often called the “silent killer,” it rarely presents symptoms until it is in an advanced stage. For Mamuji, the diagnosis came as stage III pancreatic cancer, a stage where the cancer had already spread to nearby organs and blood vessels. The gravity of the situation hit us like a ton of bricks.
We were faced with a prognosis that offered limited hope and an aggressive treatment plan that promised a gruelling journey ahead. From the moment of diagnosis, our lives were consumed by the fight against this relentless disease. Mamuji was a beacon of strength and determination.
Despite the bleak prognosis, they were determined to fight w.
