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Zoia Leonidivna, chief of the Mohyliany railway station, had led a sedentary lifestyle for many years due to the nature of her job. When back pain began to bother her, she didn't wait for it to pass on its own — she saw a doctor. That decision proved decisive.
After the initial examination, doctors recommended an MRI. The results revealed a serious condition — multiple myeloma, a malignant blood disease in which abnormal plasma cells accumulate excessively in the bone marrow.
Without wasting time, Mrs. Zoia turned to the National Cancer Institute, where she underwent the necessary examinations and began treatment.
A team of specialists developed an individualized treatment plan for her, one of the key stages of which was a bone marrow transplant.
"First and foremost, it was the support of my family and my doctors. Even more so the doctors, because they explained everything, constantly helped, and were always there."
Mrs. Zoia recalls her time at the National Cancer Institute with particular warmth:
"The doctors here are very attentive, caring, and compassionate. The food is good, and overall I liked everything very much."
Today Mrs. Zoia is preparing for discharge and doesn't hide her joy:
"Right now I feel good — as they say, I'm back in fighting shape. I'm already preparing to be discharged, and I want to return to work."
"To patients who are just starting out on this path, I advise them not to worry, to trust their doctors, and, most importantly, not to waste precious time."
Mrs. Zoia's story is a reminder of how important it is to listen to your body. Even symptoms that seem ordinary at first glance can be a sign of a serious illness. Seeing a doctor in time, early diagnosis, and starting treatment promptly significantly increase the chances of successfully overcoming the disease.
We sincerely thank Mrs. Zoia for her trust, openness, and willingness to share her story. We wish her lifelong remission, good health, and success at her home station.
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