In 2019, an article in Hebei describing the seven-year anti-cancer experience of Li Mingxin, a 19-year-old girl, spread on the InternetThis story has moved many readers.
She was diagnosed with cancer at the age of 12 and faced heavy financial and psychological pressure.
When relatives at home advised Li Mingxin to give up ** because the family was already in trouble due to medical expenses,Li Mingxin said without hesitation: "Why should I die? ”
In the past seven years of fighting cancer, what twists and turns has Li Mingxin experienced?
The cardamom years suddenly suffered bad news
In 2000, Li Mingxin was born in Langfang City, Hebei ProvinceAn ordinary small county town, her family is not wealthy.
When she was a child, her parents divorced due to emotional problemsAt that time, she hadn't even started to remember, so she didn't remember much.
When Li Mingxin was young, her father's appearance became blurred, not to mention the good memories of having her father play and grow up together.
She grew up under the careful care of her mother, and her mother's love was meticulous.
Because the family conditions are not too good, it can even be said that it is poorIn addition, Li Mingxin's mother felt that she failed to give her daughter a perfect home, nor did she make her child feel father's love, so she was very sorry in her heart.
She worked hard to find a job everywhere, just so that Li Mingxin could have a normal life as a child and work hard to make money.
Although she grew up without her father's company, under the care of her mother, Li Mingxin did not have any psychological problems because of this.
It's just that because she doesn't have a father, she seems a bit taciturn, independent and strong.
When she was in elementary school, her mother remarried and restarted a family with a middle-aged man.
In this new family, Li Mingxin finally has the love and companionship of her adoptive father.
He often chats with Li Mingxin, understands her emotions and study life, and carefully chooses clothes and gifts.
For Li Mingxin, such a warm scene becomes important.
The sensible Li Mingxin understands that with one more person who supports the family, she can also share her mother's financial burden, making her life no longer so hard.
Although she does not have a biological father, Li Mingxin cherishes the life of a family of three.
In order to make her family harmonious, she studied hard with a strong personality, and often helped with housework when she returned home.
But this happy life didn't last longAt the age of twelve, Li Mingxin began to feel that something was wrong with her body.
When I was in physical education class, my calf always had a slight pain, accompanied by **edema, and a dull pain.
She didn't care too much about her physical condition, thinking that maybe it would get better.
But,Things didn't go as she imagined, the leg swelling got worse and worse, and her life was greatly affected, and she couldn't stand and walk normally.
After learning of their daughter's condition, the parents hurriedly took her to the hospital for a comprehensive examination.
I thought it might just be the leg pain caused by development, but I didn't expect the situation to be far more serious than they thought.
Choosing an amputation to save your life
The doctor's face was a little gloomy, and after the examination, he reluctantly told Li Mingxin's parentsThis is not a simple leg pain, but osteosarcoma, to put it bluntly, bone cancer! Moreover, the situation is already at an advanced stage.
Bone cancer is in an advanced stage, even if you work hard**,The doctor said that Li Mingxin only had five years to live.
Li Mingxin's mother didn't want to believe it, thinking that the hospital had made a mistakeHer daughter is fine, how could she suddenly suffer from such a disease?
So she took Li Mingxin to many hospitals for examinations, but the results were the same.
She finally had to admit that her daughter was really terminally ill of cancer.
Faced with reality, Li Mingxin's mother began to accompany her on the long road of chemotherapy, and the school said goodbye and was admitted to the hospital.
Chemotherapy tormented her, her hair fell out in large quantities, and she was visibly emaciated.
Every time, although it was uncomfortable, Li Mingxin did not complain, but was worried about the cost.
At this time, the mother always hugged her daughter in distress and shed tears.
But fate doesn't seem to favor this hard-working mother and daughterWhen they were expecting that things would always get better, they were told by the doctor that their condition had deteriorated after another examination.
This situation can no longer be guarded**, and measures must be taken to amputate the limb, otherwise it is likely that life will be threatened.
Although she reluctantly agreed to the operation, after the operation, Li Mingxin couldn't help but shed tears when she looked at her empty right leg.
In order to allow her daughter to live like a normal person and even run,Li Mingxin's mother chose to put a prosthetic leg on her.
And Li Mingxin is not willing to lie in bed like this for the rest of her life, she is eager to stand up as soon as possible, and even wants to return to school, so that she can achieve something in the future.
So no matter how difficult and tiring the training is, she will always grit her teeth and persevere.
The condition worsened again
Seeing her strong mother, Li Mingxin felt that she had no choice but to accept it bravely.
She did the ideological work for herself, trying to convince herself to face the illness positively.
In 2014, Li Mingxin was finally discharged from the hospital, wearing a prosthetic leg and able to walk slowly.
However, when she returned home, she was surprised to find that her mother had not only sold her house, but also quit her job.
This already difficult family has become even more difficultIn order to reduce the burden on her mother, Li Mingxin made up her mind to study hard.
She could only wear a prosthetic leg to go back to school, overcome her inferiority complex, and study hard.
She may not be able to completely shake off her illness, but she has brought some comfort to her mother by studying hard.
She was determined to achieve excellent results!
Doing what she says, Li Mingxin studied hard and ranked among the best in the high school entrance examinationHis high school grades have always been among the best, and he has also won a number of county and provincial awards and honors.
Not only did she overcome herself, but she surpassed many others.
However, fate was still not partial to her.
In the hope of preparing for Peking University, the disease found her again.
On June 11, 2018, just a few days before the college entrance examination, her body felt unwell again.
The mother was sensitively aware of the situation and urgently asked for leave to pick up the child to the hospital for examination.
The result was even worse, and Li Mingxin's condition worsened again.
This time, the situation is even more tricky, not only is the dream of being admitted to Peking University gradually drifting away, but even whether it can survive the current difficulties has become unknown.
In June 2018, the cancer had spread to the lungsEvery day she had to take a bunch of pills and undergo painful chemotherapy to keep her condition from getting worse.
Mother did her best
For the sake of her daughter, Li Mingxin's mother worked hard several jobs every day.
Unexpectedly, inAt this difficult time, the stepfather made a chilling move.
"Let's get a divorce! ”
The husband's short and cold words pierced the heart like a cold knife.
He explained to Li Mingxin's motherAfter getting married, he originally wanted to spend his life with her.
He treated Li Mingxin as his own and gave her a good education and care.
When he learned that his daughter had malignant osteosarcoma, his heart was also painful, and he immediately decided to go all out**.
After the two got married, they owned two houses, which can be regarded as the joint property of the husband and wife.
When his wife decided to sell the house, he had no objectionsAt that time, he may have thought that his daughter would be able to ** after surgery, after all, illness is the normal state of life.
For many years, Li Mingxin has relied on drugs to maintain her health, and every bottle of medicine is not cheap.
As a father, he also shared some of the responsibility with his wife.
However, Li Mingxin's condition continued to deteriorate, and medical expenses continued to increase.
He felt exhausted and could no longer accompany his mother and daughter on his way, and he longed to have a normal family and live an ordinary life.
Everyone has the right to pursue a better life, and she can't delay this man any longer.
Li Mingxin's mother couldn't say anything other than agree.
His willingness to accompany her through the difficult times was already selfless dedication, and she understood that she could no longer continue to tie up his future.
Unwilling to give up**
Because of the long-term use of chemotherapy and hormone drugs, Li Mingxin's face became swollen and unsightly.
In order to continue to ** daughter, my mother sold the house in her hometown, and even borrowed relatives and friends, no matter how far or near, as long as he could speak, he went to borrow itRelatives started Li Mingxin, wanting to make her give up, thinking that it was futile to invest more money.
For the sake of her mother's future, let Li Mingxin think about it more.
But Li Mingxin angrily reprimanded: "I am only 19 years old, and it is not my choice to have cancer, why should I die?" ”
In fact, she once had suicidal thoughts after learning about cancer**.
She didn't want her mother to whisper for her anymore, and she didn't want to be a burden to her motherBut when she put the fruit knife against her wrist, she remembered that her mother had said that as long as there is hope, she must do her best.
Mom never gave up on her, so how could she be sorry for Mom?
Thinking of this, she understood why she was so angry when her relatives persuaded them to give up.
No matter what others think, she is only 19 years old, and she still wants to live.
In order to treat the disease, my mother went to many hospitals, and finally stabilized her condition in a hospital in Beijing.
In half a year, it cost more than 500,000 yuan to see a doctor, and at the beginning, two houses were sold, and with the cost of this time, it has reached more than 2 million.
Li Mingxin couldn't imagine how her mother raised the money, she saw it in her eyes, she knew that she was her mother's only hope, and all she could do was to insist on chemotherapy and try to live.
Although she didn't know how long she could live, she fell in love with taking pictures, using her mobile phone to record the bits and pieces of her life, in order to leave a memory for her mother, and also leave a little trace in this world to prove that she once existed.
In 2019, she signed an online organ and body donation agreement, hoping that she could help others in need after her death.
Faced with the approaching death, Li Mingxin was angry at the injustice of fate, but she still didn't want to give up easily.
Still longing for tomorrow
Death is approaching step by step, but Li Mingxin, who is calm on the surface, has difficulty balancing her heart.
She has an outstanding track record and is also enthusiastic about public welfare.
She dreams of curing her illness, being admitted to a prestigious school, and making a greater contribution to society, which is more fulfilling for her than donating her body.
The depression and uneasiness in her heart prompted her to publish a confession on the Internet, detailing her mental journey and reality of fighting cancer for many years, expressing her helplessness about the illness and life, which attracted widespread attention and discussion.
During the discussion, some people expressed regret for her experience, but others thought that she would only become a burden to her mother and persuaded her to give up**.
Some people even criticized her for being too selfish, believing that cancer** was a hopeless struggle.
Some people use their own experience as an example to state that there is almost no hope for cancer**, and in the end it is just a matter of both people and money.
These skeptics don't really think from the perspective of Li Mingxin, who is only 19 years old and full of curiosity and reluctance to give up on the world.
She understands death better than many people, but she chooses to insist, which is human instinct and should not be easily denied.
In the face of doubts, Li Mingxin insisted on her choice and thanked those who helped.
She called attention to other cancer patients and understood the plight of this group.
Her self-report on the Internet intensified, attracting ** attention and support.
The donation channel has also helped her, and Li Mingxin is grateful to the people who have given her care and encouragement.
At the hospital, Li Mingxin showed a positive attitude and greeted each day with a smile.
Her mother has always been by her side and has given her the utmost supportShe infected the patients in the same ward and cleared away many low emotions.
After learning of Li Mingxin's situation, a caring ** club in Chengdu expressed its willingness to bear all the ** expenses, so that she could face the illness without worries.
Li Mingxin's only wish is to ** as soon as possibleReturn to school, complete the dream of the college entrance examination, repay your mother's years of dedication, and spend the rest of your life together.
And she did it, successfully entering the universitysurvived the five years that the doctor said.
Face all the difficulties of life
Today's Li Mingxin has gradually faded out of the public eye, but has left a legend in Dachang County.
Some locals shared her current life on the Internet, describing that she still maintains a sunny and optimistic attitude, takes the initiative to help those in need, and chases her dreams.
She does not look down on life and death, on the contrary, she understands the meaning of life better.
Around us, there are many people who are facing terminal illness, some choose to give up, some are determined to try**, and some even go bankrupt to fight for a chance to survive.
Whatever path you choose, you should not be afraid of death, but of being forgotten by the world.
In our short lives, we should not fear death and pain.
There will be death in life, and we should maintain an optimistic attitude and fulfill our dreams as much as possible.
Even if it can't be done in the end, there should be no regrets, because we will have nothing but to take away the thoughts of our loved ones.
Ordinary people have the greatest power in the world, and that is maternal love.
The greatness of a mother's love lies in its selflessness, fearlessness, and consistency.
Li Mingxin's mother and daughter showed the tenacity and strength of maternal love, which left a deep impression on people.
Li Mingxin lived up to her mother's expectations, and while suffering from illness, she studied hard, and even successfully entered Peking University.
Time flies, and Li Mingxin has been fighting cancer for more than ten years.
In these ten years, Li Mingxin has experienced the ups and downs of life.
Although her relatives have passed away one by one, she is still positive and brings warmth to others.
I hope that in the future, Li Mingxin can stay away from the torture of illness and live a happy and healthy life.