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'Live in the moment': College student recalls rare cancer diagnosis
Doctors diagnosed Whittemore with a rare rib cancer after tests, and she has been in remission since July 2023.
- 24-Year-Old Minnesota native Abbie Whittemore was a sophomore at Drake University in Des Moines, Iowa, when doctors diagnosed her with Solitary Plasmacytoma of the rib, a rare cancer typically seen in people over 55.
- Whittemore began experiencing abdominal pain during her sophomore year, prompting doctors to perform a CAT scan that revealed a spot they advised her to monitor closely.
- Throughout her journey, Whittemore found unwavering support from the Drake community; she lived in a sorority house with "50 of my best friends" while faculty and staff helped her stay on track.
- Since July 2023, Whittemore has been in remission and now works as a clinical research associate in Des Moines, building a career after her cancer diagnosis.
- Reflecting on her journey, Whittemore admits uncertainty remains challenging, as every minor ache brings concern, yet she has learned to "say yes to everything" and live in the moment.
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