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Pain will drive you into being persistent and a self-advocate for yourself. No, I don't suppose I have cancer, but it was just as likely and quite frankly not as rare as the problem they say I have. It has been quite a scary journey. Not knowing where your pain is coming from can absolutely make your mind wander. I was scared and there were only 2 or 3 other things that it could have been.

Anyway, best of luck to you in your recovery!