The doctor's expression was serious as he typed on his computer and picked up a stack of medical images. He looked at me gravely.

"Your blood work shows some issues. We suspect it might be a malignant blood disorder. We need to admit you for observation immediately."

As soon as he finished speaking, it felt like a bomb went off in my ears. My whole body froze, and I was glued to the spot, my mind going blank.

My husband anxiously asked, "Doctor, my wife ...