Hi there,

I am 25 years old, from New Zealand and had Ewing's in my left femur at
aged 13. I had a year of chemo and 3 months of radio. My tumour did not
bulge outwards but stretched about 15cms inside my femur, so a bone
replacement wasn't an option.

I asked my oncologist recently why my leg was not amputated (the normal
treatment at that time, when bone replacement is not possible) and he said
he just took a big gamble!!

So now I have two healthy legs - my 'bad' one has a little muscle wastage
from radiotherapy and aches a little when I stand for too long, but
otherwise I can run, jump etc no problem. I have no other significant long
term effects.

All the best for your cancer journey - it will challenge and shape you,
and cancer will always be a part of your life. Personally, I'm extremely
grateful for everything I learnt through having cancer, and being involved
in CanTeen NZ (www.canteen.org.nz). Remember to laugh often!

Best wishes, Rachel.