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Scottish Sun
7 days ago
- Health
- Scottish Sun
Agonising cramps, vomiting and odd poos – doctors dismissed them all as IBS but now I won't live to see my 30th birthday
Click to share on X/Twitter (Opens in new window) Click to share on Facebook (Opens in new window) DOCTORS repeatedly dismissed Shannin Pain's vomiting, agonising cramps and oddly-shaped poos as IBS due to her age - until tests revealed she might only have three years to live. The 26-year-old visited three separate doctors after she began struggling to keep food down in October 2023. Sign up for Scottish Sun newsletter Sign up 7 Shannin Pain, 26, started experiencing nausea and intense stomach cramps in 2023 Credit: Cover Images 7 It took months for her concerns to be taken seriously Credit: Cover Images 7 She was eventually diagnosed with stage four bowel cancer Credit: Cover Images But they all insisted her nausea, "stabbing" stomach cramps and bowel changes weren't anything to worry about. Shannin was tested for irritable bowel syndrome (IBS), coeliac disease, Crohn's, and was even told she might have haemorrhoids. It wasn't until 2024 that an MRI revealed Shannin had stage four bowel cancer that had silently spread through her body. The 26-year-old was given a terrifying prognosis: three years to live with chemotherapy, or just three months without it. 'I knew something wasn't right,' Shannin, a content creator from Kawartha Lakes, Canada, said. 'I was told it was IBS or anxiety. But deep down, my gut was literally screaming at me.' Her symptoms began in October 2023, when she started feeling intense nausea after eating, couldn't keep food down, and noticed her bowel habits had changed dramatically. 'I went from being regular to barely going at all. And when I did, my stool was pencil-thin,' Shannin said. 'It might be TMI, but it was a huge red flag.' She also started experiencing agonising stomach pains. Diagnosed with bowel cancer at 22 'I'd get these stabbing cramps in my lower left abdomen - so bad I couldn't breathe. "I would double over, gasping, clutching my stomach. It felt like something was ripping through me.' Shannin is "frustrated" that none of her doctors suggested she get colonoscopy when she presented with these symptoms. 'Colon cancer is one of the most preventable cancers if caught early, but no one took me seriously because of my age," she claims. 7 Shannin wishes she'd been offered a colonoscopy earlier Credit: Cover Images 7 She was given three years to live, with treatment Credit: Cover Images In April 2024, Shannin was sent for an MRI to 'rule things out' - and never left the hospital. 'The scan showed a complete intestinal blockage, and I was admitted on the spot for emergency surgery,' she recalled. 'When I woke up, they told me I had cancer.' Surgeons removed the tumour in her large intestine but during the procedure, they discovered the disease had already spread to her right ovary, which had to be removed. What are the red flag warning signs of bowel cancer? IT'S the fourth most common cancer in the UK, the second deadliest - yet bowel cancer can be cured, if you catch it early enough. While screening is one way of ensuring early diagnosis, there are things everyone can do to reduce their risk of the deadly disease. Being aware of the signs and symptoms of bowel cancer, spotting any changes and checking with your GP can prove a life-saver. If you notice any of the signs, don't be embarrassed and don't ignore them. Doctors are used to seeing lots of patients with bowel problems. The five red-flag symptoms of bowel cancer include: Bleeding from the back passage, or blood in your poo A change in your normal toilet habits - going more frequently for example Pain or a lump in your tummy Extreme tiredness Losing weight Tumours in the bowel typically bleed, which can cause a shortage of red blood cells, known as anaemia. It can cause tiredness and sometimes breathlessness. In some cases bowel cancer can block the bowel, this is known as a bowel obstruction. Other signs include: Gripping pains in the abdomen Feeling bloated Constipation and being unable to pass wind Being sick Feeling like you need to strain - like doing a number two - but after you've been to the loo While these are all signs to watch out for, experts warn the most serious is noticing blood in your stools. But, they warn it can prove tricky for doctors to diagnose the disease, because in most cases these symptoms will be a sign of a less serious disease. Shannin was diagnosed with a Krukenberg tumour, a rare secondary cancer that starts in the gastrointestinal tract and spreads to the ovaries. In the same surgery, doctors also removed 13 of Shannin's lymph nodes, 11 of which were cancerous, and part of her peritoneum - the a membrane that lines the inside of the abdomen and pelvis. With one ovary remaining, Shannin underwent egg retrieval in May 2024 with the hope of being able to have children one day and successfully saved seven eggs. 'The idea of losing my fertility while fighting for my life was heartbreaking,' she said. 'I'm so grateful we were able to get those eggs. It gives me hope for the future.' But Shannin also found out that her liver was so covered in tumours, it couldn't be operated on at all. She was told she needed to start chemotherapy immediately, or the cancer would become untreatable. 7 Recent scans show Shannin's cancer hasn't progressed but she's looking into alternative treatments Credit: Cover Images 7 Shannin pictured with her family Credit: Cover Images 'They said without chemo, I had less than three months. With it, maybe up to three years. I just froze.' As of June 2025, she's completed 27 rounds of chemo and is preparing for her twenty-eighth. In October and November, things took a dangerous turn when Shannin twice went into anaphylactic shock after reacting to one of her chemo drugs. 'My throat closed up. I couldn't breathe. I honestly thought I was going to die.' The 26-year-old instead switched to immunotherapy and a take-home chemo bottle she wears for several days after each session. Last hope Shannin recently received a small but hopeful update: her latest MRI showed no new tumours in her liver. 'Some deposits have grown slightly, but nothing alarming,' she shared. 'After taking a six-week chemo break, I was terrified the cancer had exploded. This gave me relief.' On top of conventional treatment, Shannin is also looking into personalised integrative oncology in hopes of extending her life further. She's working with a naturopathic oncologist in Switzerland, who is conducting testing to determine what therapies might target her cancer, including high-dose vitamin C, Ivermectin, and other metabolic treatments. No one should be told they're too young for cancer Shannin Pain 'The goal is to test my blood against different therapies and find what actually kills my tumour cells. Then, with those results, I'll hopefully travel to Sweden and start treatment there," Shannin said. There's no reliable scientific evidence that vitamin C or Ivermectin - an anti-parasitic drug - can combat cancer. Shannin has launched a GoFundMe to help fund her travel, testing and treatment. 'This is my last hope. I'm not ready to give up. I've come this far, and I'm going to keep fighting," she said. She's now documenting her experiences on TikTok, hoping to raise awareness for other young people experiencing similar symptoms. 'If I can help even one person get diagnosed sooner, it'll all be worth it. "No one should be told they're too young for cancer.'
USA Today
08-07-2025
- Business
- USA Today
Why did 30,000 people buy this neck fan? Get it for 33% off and find out
Shop this Amazon Prime Day deal to help you beat the heat. Amazon Prime Day 2025 is heating up, but we're keeping our cool. TMI: I'm a really sweaty person and I blame my dad's Italian roots. I've seen neck fans before and I'm not going to lie, I judge them. They're funny looking and I've never been totally sold, until summer 2025. The summer heat we've all been experiencing has had me doing a double-take at these weird gadgets. On top of the heat, Amazon has one for less than $27. That's an easy buy. During the Prime Day sale this week, you can get the Kidee Portable Rechargeable Bladeless Neck Fan for 33% off, bringing the price down to just $26.99. Whether you're commuting, traveling or just trying to survive a summer heatwave, this hands-free fan might be this season's must-have accessory. Amazon Prime Day deal: 33% off the Kidee Portable Rechargeable Bladeless Neck Fan, 360° Airflow The Kidee neck fan is designed for 360° airflow, delivering a steady breeze around your neck and face without the noise or safety concerns of traditional fan blades. It's lightweight, rechargeable, and perfect for everything from outdoor workouts to theme park days. Here's my snapshot of why I'm interested in this neck fan: When is Amazon Prime Day? Amazon Prime Day 2025 will run from Tuesday, July 8 at 12:00am PT/3:00am ET through Friday, July 11. Yes, you must be an Amazon Prime member to access the best Prime deals. The July Prime Day sale has tons of special Prime-exclusive discounts on select products that can help members save more than anyone else. Plus, joining Prime helps guarantee you get other perks like fast shipping all year long, access to Prime Video, Prime Reading, Prime Gaming and more. New members can try one week of Amazon Prime benefits for just $1.99. After that, Prime costs $14.99 per month or $139 per year. Our team of savvy editors independently handpicks all recommendations. If you purchase through our links, the USA Today Network may earn a commission. Prices were accurate at the time of publication but may change.
Daily Record
30-06-2025
- Entertainment
- Daily Record
Outlander star flooded with support after sharing car crash ordeal that left her with broken bones
Outlander's Sophie Skelton has opened up on a car crash she was involved in that left her with several broken bones - but she still managed to film the movie she was working on Sophie Skelton, famed for her portrayal of Brianna Fraser in Outlander, has garnered an outpouring of support from devoted followers after revealing she endured a frightening car accident during turbulent weather conditions. The cherished actress took to Instagram, sharing gripping accounts of her traumatic experience, particularly regarding the aftermath of a severe storm that caused her vehicle to aquaplane and overturn on her journey. Skelton posted several photographs from behind the scenes of working on the film Row, which won Best UK Feature at the Raindance Film Festival, detailing the extreme filming environments: "We filmed in the middle of nowhere on a cliff edge in an old, abandoned navy base. The weather was something else." Recalling the harrowing incident, she wrote: "After shutting down Day 1 of shooting due to a massive storm, my car aquaplaned and flipped on the way to work the next day." The brave star continued to work despite significant injuries, including: "After a fun night in the ol' hospital, I proceeded to film the next 5 weeks on the ocean with two broken ribs, a broken finger, and whiplash." Skelton extended heartfelt gratitude towards the emergency crews who came to their aid, stating: "Featuring pics from a day out surfing, the police officers and @ who helped Loks and me after the wreck, our epic cast and crew - who powered through 70+mph winds most days - and my bleached sea salt head of curls in full swing. @rowthefilm hits UK cinemas in August. Hope you enjoy the ride." Upon discovering her ordeal, fans swiftly took to the comment section to offer solace and good wishes, with user Brilliantly_balfe commenting: "OMG Sophie! So glad you're ok! You are a trooper! Looking forward to seeing you in the film!" Sophie's followers rallied around her, with saying: "Way to power through! Glad that you and Loki weren't hurt any worse, though it must have been scary. Looking forward to seeing this." Outlanderobsessed posted: "Good lord Sophie! ! Glad you're ok. Broken ribs are no fun. I can't even imagine having to work with them. Ouch!" "Looking forward to someday seeing the film if/when it comes out in the US. Congratulations to the entire cast and crew for the win." Point. blank_1959 commented: "Jeez! You're scaring me. It WAS bad luck, something good must be ahead for you." Sophie maintained a sense of humour about the filming experience, joking: "TMI alert: yes, the 4 of us did wee in a bucket on the back of the boat for the duration. Rock on." Outlander season 7 is available on MGM+
Daily Record
25-06-2025
- Entertainment
- Daily Record
Rod Stewart's hilarious 'sex habits' comment and prompt apology ahead of Glastonbury
Sir Rod Stewart apologised for the humorous confession he let slip during a BBC interview ahead of his Glastonbury set this weekend. Sir Rod Stewart has apologised after making a TMI comment during a BBC interview recently, where he talked about his friendship with Ronnie Wood. Preparing for his teatime slot at Glastonbury 2025 on Sunday, where he will reunite with old friend Ronnie, the 80-year-old discussed his upcoming set with BBC Radio 2's Zoe Ball. Rod received a heartwarming pre-recorded surprise from Ronnie during the interview, in which he shared a fond memory from the earlier years of their friendship. Sir Rod was delighted by the surprise, and went on to reminisce about how their close bond formed. It was their matching hairstyles which first prompted the pair to speak, before they joined The Faces. When asked what has kept their bond so strong over the decades, he explained: "I think we have the same sense of humour." "It's like, as people that have been around us [have said] when we get together and we start talking to each other, [they go], 'It's like you two are in 1975, you're exactly the same, you still laugh at the same thing'. "I mean we've got the same nose, same haircuts and same sex habits apparently," which was met with a nervous giggle from Zoe. He then quickly apologised for the NSFW comment, before concluding: "We're brothers." Last month, Rod confirmed that Rolling Stones legend Ronnie will be one of three special guests joining him on stage at Glastonbury, reported Edinburgh Live. Sir Rod will entertain festival -goers with a 90-minute set of his greatest tracks, although he admits some crowd-pleasers may need to be cut due to time constraints. Backing the rockstar will be his long-term wife Penny Lancaster, whom he wed in 2007, along with some of his eight children. Meanwhile, Loose Women's Penny recently offered a glimpse into their home life, revealing that there is one room in their mansion she can only access when accompanied by him. This exclusive space houses a model railway, which reportedly features elements such as skyscrapers, gutters, warehouses, windows, train tracks, and trains. Penny said Rod has been dedicated to the model trainset for over three decades, and he devotes hours to it daily at times. Speaking to hosts Lisa Snowdon and Andy Goldstein on their We're Not Getting Any Younger podcast, she spilled: "Rod's obsessed with his trains because he's got the railway modelling layout. "It's about four times the size of this room. He's been working on it for about 35 years. I can't remember the scale, but it's very tiny and he has literally built every single building." During lockdown, Penny revealed, Rod "shipped the whole layout" from their American residence to London. When asked if she's permitted in the room, she continued: "You can go in, but it's within these air‐tight, air‐conditioned containers. It's like museum quality. I am [allowed in], but not by myself." Join the Daily Record WhatsApp community! Get the latest news sent straight to your messages by joining our WhatsApp community today. You'll receive daily updates on breaking news as well as the top headlines across Scotland. No one will be able to see who is signed up and no one can send messages except the Daily Record team. All you have to do is click here if you're on mobile, select 'Join Community' and you're in! If you're on a desktop, simply scan the QR code above with your phone and click 'Join Community'. We also treat our community members to special offers, promotions, and adverts from us and our partners. If you don't like our community, you can check out any time you like. To leave our community click on the name at the top of your screen and choose 'exit group'.
Buzz Feed
22-06-2025
- Entertainment
- Buzz Feed
49 People Going Through It Who Made Me Laugh A Lot
Look, we've all had times when we've been going THROUGH IT. And when it's happening to us, it's not very funny. But when it's happening to other people? Well, it can be hilarious! (Does admitting that make me a monster? I think it might.) Well, if you're a monster like me, here are 50 people who are REALLY going through it (and also really funny): This boyfriend after his autocorrect disaster: This clown-hating diner at a restaurant where Mr. Giggles (or whoever) kept popping up on the digital menu: And this grade school teacher trying like hell to remember her students' names: This fast food manager stuck dealing with some not exactly A+ employees: This Great British Bake Off contestant hanging on by a thread: And this TMI dad having a really crappy time: This hungry person after coming outside and seeing their McDonald's order: These dudes at a Burger King in the middle of the night: And this truck driver after his epic mishap: Oof: Double oof: And — you guessed it — triple oof: This unpopular OnlyFans model: This wrong number texter: And this down bad dude who is WAY too attached to their AI: This realtor struggling to sell this house: This guy passed out at a wedding: And this dude who ended up in the ER when his hemorrhoid burst — and then got this gift from a smartass friend: The guy who got this message after throwing out his back: This guy and his Grammy throwing a fit over Beyoncé's win: And this crack user struggling with inflation like the rest of us: This guy getting scammed: Whoever this computer belongs to: And this Southeast Asian in the Netherlands struggling with the height This teacher who is OVER Gen Z slang: This teacher trying to survive with the worst possible name for teaching teenagers: And this employee who REALLY hates that her company's name tags only use an initial for the last name: This struggling math student trying — and failing — to use Jesus to pass a test: This kid after the cringiest prom ever: And this person who doesn't need an app pointing out how boring their life is: The kid who wrote this "when I grow up" section: This professor who seems like they're going through something: And the student who posted this — and just might be in the above professor's class: This tired neighbor: The partners at this bank: And this dude who dropped a part on his foot and broke it (but at least he got this care package from a co-worker): This at least she has this guy's support (eye roll): This slug-fearing wife who found one in the house (this is how she dealt with it, lol — the note is for her husband): The note reads: "Scary slug infiltrated. Hid him in a trolley under pile of salt under glass bowl. Very sorry, but could you deal with it? Love you x." And this person was over having to constantly discuss their accident: This dude going down an angry, self-loathing spiral: Yikes: This dude who bought Tinder Gold only to get infographics like this: And this woman who did something there's no coming back from: This poor boyfriend (who is in the denial phase): And this person who is really struggling to quit smoking: This person I am sending a virtual hug to: This person who just wanted to get healthy: This person — back when they wrote this poem in the fourth grade: This arcade owner who simply CANNOT listen to another kid swear: And lastly, this person who just wanted to drive out of the garage and head home, but discovered this very intimidating kitty had other plans:
