'Doctors fobbed me off and said I was too young - now it's going to kill me'

manchestereveningnews.co.uk:

A mum who was diagnosed with a rare and terminal form of cancer is encouraging women to be vigilant about its lesser-known symptoms.

Sophie Casey, 28, received a diagnosis of stage 4B Ovarian cancer in October. After several visits to the doctors, a misdiagnosis, and trips to A&E, she was delivered the devastating news.

Since then, Sophie has been undergoing three months of chemotherapy and after her last session on December 27, it will be determined how long she is expected to live.

Mum to Henry, one, Sophie and her partner George Burrill are now raising awareness of the disease and raising funds to help them make memories as a family. READ MORE: Man in his 20s in 'serious' condition in hospital after stabbing horror The couple have been engaged since 2022 and have planned their wedding in just five weeks and will be tying the knot next Saturday.