Mum told her cancer was a urinary tract infection

Tracey went to hospital and was told her symptoms were due to a urinary tract infection. The truth was she was facing a deadly cancer.

Tracey Wilson during her chemotherapy. Picture: Supplied.

Tracey Wilson spent her 20s in excruciating pain. She spent hours in and out of emergency rooms only to be told she had constipation or a urinary tract infection.

Deep down, though, the mother-of-one knew she was suffering from something way more serious.

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And at 23 years of age she found herself doubled over screaming in pain, and her worst suspicions were confirmed.

Tracey Wilson just wanted to be a normal mum but her cancer returned at age 37. Picture: Supplied

THEY FOUND A TUMOUR

“They found a tumour 27 centimetres big in my ovaries,” Tracey explains to Kidspot adding: “It could have been there for years.”

The tumour was removed but Tracey was told it was not cancerous and did not have chemotherapy.

But 15 years later, she found herself once again back in hospital as the cancer returned to her other ovary.

Tracey underwent chemotherapy and hoped for the best, but it was not easy.

“When going through treatment all I ever wanted was to return to ordinary life, like taking my baby girl to swimming lessons, going to playgroup and cleaning the house. Being normal was my aim,” she said.

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Tracey during her chemotherapy. Picture: Supplied

“HAVING CANCER REALLY GROUNDS YOU”

But today, Tracey has lived to tell the tale and is positive about her experience.

“Having cancer twice really grounds you as a mother and person. I now live my life in a much more positive manner. I try and see the positive in every situation and treat every day as an advantage to live my best life.

“I do things that I love every day and cherish time with my little girl. I urge all women to visit their GP if they suspect anything feels abnormal with their bodies.

“You know your body best and know when something isn’t right. Push for the appropriate tests and be proactive in getting to the bottom of the issue.

“You could be saving your own life. And if your doctor isn’t helpful find one that is. An inquisitive doctor is a good doctor,” Tracey warns.

— Faye James is the night editor for Kidspot

This article originally appeared on Kidspot.com.au and was reproduced with permission