In the Hands of Ash-Shāfi: A New Year, A New Mercy Alhamdulillahi Rabbil ‘Alamin. On this sacred and luminous day—the first of Muharram 1447, marking the beginning of our Islamic New Year—I’m humbled and overjoyed to share that I am finally home. I was discharged last night from Erasmus MC, and my heart is overflowing […]
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The end of my second week in Germany came with its share of challenges. I experienced bloating and a swollen upper abdomen, accompanied by considerable discomfort and pain. My clinic doctor, who was on call, prescribed medication to ease the pain and soothe my tummy—which helped for a while but by Monday, June 16, I
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Wednesday Whimsical: A Moonlit Journey Through Healing and Reflection The morning started beautifully—early prayer followed by a deep sense of relief. Who knew something as simple as chia seeds in water could work wonders? They’ve become my go-to binder and fibre source, helping to keep everything in balance. Feeling light and refreshed, I made my
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Tuesday’s Tapestry: Faith, Science, and Soulful Connections The day began with blood work, followed by a review of my Week 1 results. My hemoglobin was improving, and as expected for Week 2, my cancer markers were rising, a natural part of the process as my body adjusts to the treatment. Since Monday was a public
Monday: Repeat. Relinquish. Reset. The weekend tested me. My body struggled to sync with the protocol, infusions threw off my digestive system, and exhaustion weighed me down. But by Saturday afternoon, I managed to step outside, explore the nearest town, and share a meal with my husband and the wonderful Algerian sisters, one of whom
Friday’s Rhythm: Faith, Rest, and Renewal The day began in the hushed serenity of early morning, as my husband and I set out with quiet anticipation for the Eid Al-Adha prayer service at the local mosque in Kassel. At 5:50 a.m., surrounded by fellow worshippers, we embraced the sacred moment, seeking peace, gratitude, and renewal.
Thursday Therapy: Echoing Tuesday’s Transformative Treatment Thursday mirrored Tuesday’s plan, starting early at 8:00 a.m. with IPT and followed by local hyperthermia. However, I ended up feeling drained and out of it—exhausted but sensing that something remarkable was happening in my body. Healing was in progress! Yay! Alhamdulillah (Praise be to Allah). Amidst the mix
Wednesday’s Warmth: Embracing the Whole-Body Warmth of Hyperthermia climbing Mount Arafah Unlike local targeted hyperthermia, full-body hyperthermia was an entirely different experience. I was pushed toward a fever state, knowing that controlled overheating triggers a cascade of positive immunological effects. I must take a moment to salute the amazing Nurse Hung, who guided me through
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Tuesday’s Path: Leaning Into the Treatment Tuesday’s protocol was intense, filling my day with treatments that demanded both physical endurance and emotional openness. I started at 7:45 a.m. with local hyperthermia—my protocol was on targeting my belly area, paired with IV infusions of Glutathione followed by Selenium. Next was Insulin-potentiated therapy (IPT), administered on an
Monday Mood: A soothing sense of calm After a restful sleep, a moment of morning prayer, and the quiet comfort of settling into our apartment, my husband and I turned our attention to the neatly arranged clinic folder resting on the antique bureau. Inside were forms to sign, essential details about the logistics of my
