Overcoming childhood cancer is often a trying and arduous journey for both the child and his/her parents. However, with medical advances, the light at the end of the tunnel is definitely growing brighter. Here, the Iskandar family shares with us their ordeal when their son Amir Danish, 3, was diagnosed with neuroblastoma.
Danish is active and has a penchant for toy cars. If not for his hair loss, no one could have guessed that he is battling neuroblastoma, cancer of the primitive nerve cells.
Doctor's advised "No one knows what the future holds - a cure may be found within a week or a month. Don't give up hope now"
To add to the financial strain, Mdm Hameedah had taken a year of no-pay leave from her job to look after Danish.
The couple believes that when they keep danish happy, his positive emotional state helps in his fight against cancer. That is why Mdm Hameedah will never show her sadness in front of Danish - only unconditional love and care.
As much as they believe in learning from others' experiences, the couple also hope to be of help to others.
To other parents facing similar situations, Mdm Hameedah has this to say, "Exchanging information and talking to people is a good way of learning from others' experiences. And always try your best to keep your child happy." - Healthy Times June/July 2007
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