In 2013, Zulema got married at the age of 40 to the man of her dreams. Within a year, she had a breast reconstruction and a hysterectomy due to previous health issues. After all that, she thought, "Finally, I can live my life and conquer the world." But four months later, doctors discovered a tumor and she was diagnosed with having a very rare cancer. "God had something else in his plans," she said.
Zulema now takes about 20 to 30 medicines a day. "People who look at me don't know how sick I am," she said.
Instead of giving up, she learned how to take control of her health, and to stand up for herself.
Watch Zulema's story on The Girlfriend.
Sasha Nialla
Sasha Nialla
