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Cancer Survivor Told She Can Never Have Kids, Then Comes Shock Discovery

Cancer Survivor Told She Can Never Have Kids, Then Comes Shock Discovery

Summary

Tiana Bender-Santiago was told as a teenager that cancer treatment had made it very unlikely she could have children. Years later, she was surprised to discover she was pregnant, despite doctors considering it a high-risk pregnancy. She and her husband are excited and hopeful as they prepare for their baby boy’s birth.

Key Facts

  • Tiana was diagnosed with Ewing sarcoma, a strong bone cancer, at age 13.
  • The cancer was in her pelvis, pressing on her spine, requiring chemotherapy and radiation.
  • Doctors said her cancer treatment likely caused infertility, making pregnancy unlikely.
  • She chose not to freeze her eggs before treatment and accepted adoption as a family option.
  • At age 28, she unexpectedly found out she was pregnant after using a pregnancy test.
  • Multiple tests and an ultrasound confirmed her pregnancy, surprising her and her doctors.
  • Her pregnancy is high-risk due to past cancer treatment, so doctors will watch her closely.
  • She shared her story on TikTok, connecting with others facing cancer and fertility issues.
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