From Bloating to Battle: A Dentist’s Cancer Journey | Bozeman News

A Billings dental hygienist’s life changed in a heartbeat after a routine checkup led to a stage four colon cancer diagnosis—despite no family history and dismissing bloating as perimenopause. Her Cologuard test sparked action, leading to surgery and aggressive treatment with a curative goal. Though chemotherapy and radiation took a heavy toll—including nerve damage affecting her hands and dietary changes—her scans remain encouraging. Now an advocate for early screening, she’s urging everyone to act before symptoms become too late, and she’s already inspired others to get tested. With dreams of returning to dentistry in a new role and plans to walk in Relay for Life, Jo McGollum is turning her fight into fuel for awareness.

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