Kenny interviews Lexi Mestas, a 27-year-old diagnosed with a rare subtype of Ovarian Cancer, Low-Grade Serous, in February of 2021.

Experiencing symptoms for 8 years, Lexi was brushed off, ignored, and misdiagnosed with IBS. Often called “the silent killer,” ovarian cancer masks itself as GI-related issues in a world where we currently have no screening test for this most deadly gynecological cancer.

Through treatment, Lexi set into action, raising funds for her rare subtype that receives 1% of all funding for ovarian cancer research, raising awareness for earlier detection, and encouraging people with ovaries to advocate for their health.

Timestamps
0:00 Intro/ How Lexi’s Diagnosis Came About
17:41 Gearing Up for Cancer Treatments and Surgeries
20:22 Nonexistent Screen Test for Ovarian Cancer
22:58 Discussion About Not Having Kids
25:54 On Undergoing Surgery and Chemotherapy
32:21 Lexi’s Cancer Team and Her Resilience
36:43 Lexi as a Foodie
44:19 Lexi’s Mindset After the Diagnosis
51:57 Keeping Her Head on the Game
55:49 How Do You Celebrate?

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