Addison was diagnosed with Neuroblastoma on Nov. 1, 2006, at the age of 5 months old. She had a fever in the first part of October. The doctor said it was probably a virus. Her stomach started to become hard and she was uncomfortable after eating. She had a developmental screening on Nov. 1 at which the doctor told us her liver was enlarged and needed further testing. A tumor was discovered during an ultrasound.
She had six rounds of chemo, stem cell transplant, and radiation treatment. She has had frequent checkups and appointments. She has hearing issues and growth issues.
Addison has lost a twin sister who also was diagnosed with Neuroblastoma.
Addison will be a senior this fall. She plans on attending college to earn a degree in psychology and plans to be an advocate for children going through similar issues.
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