A New Chance at Life: Teresa’s Metastatic Breast Cancer Journey at ITC

Recurrent Metastatic Breast Cancer: Teresa’s Diagnosis

At [00:04] , Teresa explains that she was diagnosed with recurrent breast cancer on November 6, 2024.

According to Teresa, a CT scan showed that the breast cancer had become metastatic and had spread to her bones.

Metastatic breast cancer, also known as Stage IV breast cancer, occurs when breast cancer cells spread from the original site to another area of the body. In Teresa’s case, she says the cancer had spread into her skeletal system.

This diagnosis became the starting point for her decision to explore additional treatment options and eventually travel to Immunity Therapy Center in Tijuana, Mexico.

How Teresa Found Immunity Therapy Center in Tijuana

At [00:21] , Teresa explains that her introduction to ITC came through a personal connection.

Her sister’s son had dated a young woman named Gabriela Fresca from Statesville, North Carolina, who had been diagnosed with Hodgkin’s lymphoma.

Teresa says Gabriela had received treatment at Immunity Therapy Center and had been cancer-free for nearly two years at the time Teresa recorded her testimonial.

Gabriela’s mother contacted Teresa’s sister and strongly encouraged the family to learn more about ITC.

For Teresa, hearing about another patient’s experience gave her and her family a reason to investigate the center for themselves.

Teresa’s Decision to Travel to ITC in Mexico

Teresa says her family did not make the decision immediately.

After receiving the recommendation, they took time to consider the option, prayed about the decision, and spoke with Dr. Alvarez.

The timeline then moved quickly:

• Teresa was diagnosed on November 6, 2024.
• Gabriela’s mother spoke with Teresa’s sister on November 16.
• Teresa and her family spoke with Dr. Alvarez.
• She flew to the Tijuana area on November 30.
• Her treatment began on December 2.
• Her first treatment period continued until December 23.

Her initial stay therefore lasted approximately three weeks.

Teresa’s Reported Results After Her First ITC Treatment Period

One of the most important parts of Teresa’s testimonial begins at [01:14] .

Teresa says that after completing her initial treatment period and returning home, subsequent testing showed a decrease in the cancer affecting her bones.

She describes her earlier condition as having cancer throughout her bones and says that after returning home she was told that two spots remained.

Teresa’s Experience With the Doctors and Nurses at ITC

At [01:31] , Teresa speaks in detail about the medical team at Immunity Therapy Center.

She describes the doctors and nurses as knowledgeable, attentive, and personally involved in her care.

One of the qualities that stood out to Teresa was the accessibility of Dr. Alvarez. She says she has been able to call him and receive a call back directly on his personal phone.

For Teresa, this level of communication helped make the treatment experience feel more personal.

Teresa’s Experience With Dr. Bautista

Beginning at [02:24] , Teresa discusses Dr. Bautista and the role he played during her treatment.

She describes him as informative and thorough.

According to Teresa, Dr. Bautista took time to explain:

• Her test results
• Her blood work
• The treatments she would receive
• What different parts of her treatment involved

Teresa says this helped her better understand what was happening throughout her first treatment period.

Teresa’s Experience With the ITC Nursing Team

Teresa also speaks highly of the nurses at ITC.

She describes them as caring, attentive, and very hands-on with patients.

In her testimonial, Teresa emphasizes that the nursing team was available when she needed assistance and that their personal attention contributed significantly to her positive experience at the center.

What Teresa Says About Her Treatment Experience at ITC

At [03:01] , Teresa discusses what treatment felt like from her perspective.

She says that the treatments she personally received were not painful and describes them as largely non-invasive.

According to Teresa, receiving an IV was the most invasive part of her routine.

The current page also references therapies that may be used within ITC programs, including:

• IV-based treatments
• Hyperbaric oxygen therapy
• Vitamin C infusions
• Sonodynamic therapy
• Immunotherapy approaches

The therapies used for an individual patient can depend on that patient’s medical condition and treatment plan.

Teresa’s comments describe her own experience and should not be interpreted as meaning that every cancer patient will receive the same therapies or have the same treatment experience.

Nutrition During Teresa’s Cancer Journey

Nutrition became another important part of Teresa’s experience at ITC.

At [03:23] , she discusses working with the nutrition team and says they taught her:

• What foods to purchase
• What foods to eat
• How to follow the recommended diet
• How to prepare meals using recipes provided to her

Teresa says she remained very disciplined about following the nutrition plan after returning home.

Teresa’s 53-Pound Weight Loss

During the video, Teresa reports that she lost 53 pounds after beginning the nutrition program.

She specifically explains that she does not attribute the weight loss to being sick or to the cancer itself.

Instead, Teresa says the change came from strictly following the diet she had been given.

She acknowledges that maintaining the plan at home can be challenging because she has three grown sons and grandchildren, but says that once she commits to something, she works hard to remain consistent.

For Teresa, the nutrition program became an important part of the lifestyle changes she made during her cancer journey.

Teresa’s Experience Traveling to Tijuana, Mexico

Many international patients considering treatment in Mexico have questions about traveling to Tijuana.

Teresa addresses this directly at [04:10] .

She explains that her sister was initially nervous about traveling with her because of concerns she had heard about Tijuana.

Teresa says her actual experience was very different from those expectations.

She describes her experience in Tijuana as positive and says she felt safe while receiving treatment.

According to Teresa, she felt comfortable:

• At Immunity Therapy Center
• At the hotel
• While traveling locally
• When going out for meals

The page also notes that ITC may help patients coordinate transportation and provide hotel recommendations for people traveling to Tijuana for treatment.

Travel arrangements and accommodations should always be confirmed directly before making travel plans.

Teresa’s Message to Other Cancer Patients: “Live Outside the Box”

At [04:47] , Teresa shares the message she most wants other cancer patients and their families to hear.

She encourages people to “live outside the box” and to learn about the options available to them.

Teresa explains that her own experience changed the way she thought about cancer care and says she would personally recommend ITC to family members, friends, and other people facing serious illness.

Her recommendation reflects the experience she personally had at Immunity Therapy Center.

For Teresa, traveling to ITC became an important part of her metastatic breast cancer journey and gave her a renewed sense of hope during an extremely difficult period of her life.

Teresa’s Journey at Immunity Therapy Center: Key Takeaways

Teresa’s video shares several important parts of her experience:

• She was diagnosed with recurrent metastatic breast cancer on November 6, 2024.
• She says CT imaging showed that the cancer had spread to her bones.
• A personal referral led her family to Immunity Therapy Center.
• She spoke with Dr. Alvarez before traveling for treatment.
• She traveled to the Tijuana area on November 30.
• Her first treatment period began on December 2 and continued until December 23.
• Teresa reports that later testing showed a decrease in the cancer affecting her bones, with two

• spots remaining.
• She praises the care and accessibility of the ITC medical team.
• She specifically discusses her positive experience with Dr. Bautista.
• She describes the nurses as caring and hands-on.
• She says her own treatment experience was largely non-invasive and not painful.
• Nutrition became an important part of her lifestyle changes.
• Teresa reports losing 53 pounds through strict adherence to her nutrition plan.
• She says she felt safe while receiving care and staying in Tijuana.
• Her final message encourages other patients to learn about their options and consider approaches they may not previously have explored.

Steps Teresa Describes When Starting the ITC Journey

Based on Teresa’s experience and the information currently presented on this video page, the process includes several key steps.

1. Initial Consultation

Speak with the ITC medical team about your diagnosis and individual situation. Teresa says her family spoke with Dr. Alvarez before she traveled to Mexico.

2. Medical Record Review

Patients may be asked to provide medical information such as:

• CT scans
• Blood work
• Biopsy reports

These records can help the medical team review the patient’s individual condition before treatment.

3. Travel Planning

Patients traveling internationally can coordinate their trip to Tijuana and ask the ITC team about transportation and hotel recommendations.

4. Treatment Period

Teresa’s first treatment stay lasted approximately three weeks, from December 2 through December 23.

Treatment length and individual care plans can vary depending on the patient.