Cancer In My Life

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Having to deal with a terminal illness or a chronic disease is something that takes a toll on your family and your life. When a person is facing the reality that they have a terminal illness, with no chances of them getting better, they tend to have other options in mind. Dying is something that we all have to do one day. Most often the thought of death or the final stages of someone life remain far out of perspective until that day comes. Cancer is a significant impact on a person’s life. No matter what, cancer impacts everyone. However our mind state, and attitude is a key component for me. Ella has suffered from cancer and is now living in her final days. Amongst the many choices that must be made during this time, medical care and the …show more content…
Even though modern medicine would prolong her life, Ella should be able to be where she wants to be when she passes away. From her perspective, she would be happier and more comfortable in her last days if she were allowed to do what she wants to do; staying in control of her health, continue to rely on natural remedies without being forced to partake in modern medicines, and right to choose how she wants to die.
Although Ella is an elderly lady with breast cancer who is currently living in her last stage of life, her family must choose the proper care for her. However, Ella want to stay in the comfort of her home around her family, and die peacefully, or does the family seek professional health care opinions going against Ella’s wishes in order to provide her comfort in her last days. Even though a person may refuse treatment, some people may

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