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Woman told she was 'just a busy mum' paid for private scans and found cancer

Kerri sought a private ultrasound after months of doctors dismissing her symptoms as a virus and a busy mum.
NHS biopsy later cleared initial results, delaying a cancer diagnosis for months.
After a second private scan in December, doctors referred her to an ENT specialist for a thyroid biopsy.
She underwent thyroid removal surgery after the cancer was diagnosed.
Kerri is now urging others to trust their gut and push for answers when something feels wrong.
The story highlights potential delays in cancer diagnosis when symptoms are attributed to motherhood.
Kerri’s private scans helped identify the cancer earlier, according to her testimony.
The patient had neck lumps, fatigue, hair loss, and headaches as symptoms prior to diagnosis.
Kerri's family situation was cited by doctors as a reason for attributing symptoms to a virus.
The case underscores the value of second opinions and timely investigation in potential cancer cases.
Kerri is now awaiting pathology results to determine next steps in treatment.

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