Vicky's Race for Life

My 37 year old husband Adam, has recently been diagnosed with Multiple Myeloma, which is currently a treatable but sadly incurable form of bone cancer. Adam had been suffering with pain in his ribs and chest for 18 months prior to diagnosis. He went to his GP on numerous occasions complaining of pain and after 15 months they finally referred him to a specialist - but still, no-one had a clue what was wrong with him. Until one day, he stood up, his vertebrae collapsed and his spine fractured. It was only at this point they truly started investigating what was wrong with him and then we got the diagnosis neither of us ever expected. I have decided to take part in a Race for Life Pretty Muddy to raise much needed funds to support the essential research required to find a cure for the cancer Adam has and all of the other cancers out there. I am hopeful that the more research there is, will also give better opportunity for earlier diagnosis with this rare type of cancer. Adam is not only having to fight the cancer, but is also having to deal with the unnecessary pain of having a fractured spine, which requires him to wear an uncomfortable brace. I am hopeful that with more awareness, knowledge and research of this type of cancer, people can be diagnosed earlier without having to suffer the immense pain of fractured bones at the same time as dealing with a cancer diagnosis and treatment. 1 in 2 people will be diagnosed with cancer in their lifetime. Every single pound you donate makes a difference to Cancer Research UK’s groundbreaking work, so please sponsor me now. Donating through this page is simple, fast and totally secure. Your details are safe with Cancer Research UK.