Survivor Stories | Inspirational Cancer Stories Told by Survivors at Fight Like a Girl

Survivor Stories & Information

Fight Like a Girl’s collection of Power Stories are written and shared by real women who have overcome cancer or who are still battling their health adversary every day. The cancer stories found here are a source of empowerment and education, teaching women key signs and symptoms of the many different forms of cancer as well as how to take care of oneself throughout the treatment process. Survivor stories are equally powerful, written by women who now advocate for others still in the fight against a form of cancer or other detrimental illness.

Read the inspirational cancer stories below to find the support you need in your battle, or the final push to share your story with us. Immerse yourself in our community of warriors and join in — we can’t wait to meet and celebrate you.

Terri’s Story (Lupus, Sjogren’s, MCTD)

Power Stories Lupus (SLE)Mixed Connective Tissue Disease (MCTD)Sjogren's Syndrome 1

I was diagnosed with having lupus almost 3 years ago. I am now almost 60 and was told by one rheumatologist that this type of illness often goes into remission the older you get, but I’m still waiting! I also have Sjogren’s and possibly an overlap issue with MCTD, though that …

Natasha’s Story (Multiple Illnesses)

Power Stories Lupus (SLE)Sjogren's Syndrome 1

I had been out of work for a year, and I decided to go back because I had begun to gain a lot of weight. So as I began to work, within the first 3 weeks, my body began to do all kinds of things. I began to swell, and …