Gloria Espinosa, the Barranquilla native who celebrated her birthday early with friends and family, bravely facing her terminal cancer, has died.
Business administrator Gloria Espinosa, originally from Barranquilla, Colombia, has died. She organized an emotional early celebration for her 50th birthday due to the worsening of her cancer.
Although her due date was in October, the doctors had given her only a few weeks to live, so she decided to celebrate early, surrounded by loved ones.
Espinosa shared that after 12 years of battling the disease, she felt blessed to be able to organize her affairs and fulfill her final wishes. Her party was held on June 27, where she took photos with everyone to remember her.
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What did Gloria Espinosa die of?
On September 7, Gloria Espinosa ‘s husband announced her passing due to terminal cancer. Before her death, she was surrounded by her loved ones, according to her husband.
Gloria, born in Barranquilla, was diagnosed in 2012 with myxoid liposarcoma , a rare type of cancer that affects fat cells. This disease was detailed by the National Cancer Institute of the United States.
Although she initially had no major complications, her health began to deteriorate in 2020. Despite undergoing chemotherapy, the cancer persisted and generated multiple metastases that could not be operated on.
Espinosa’s family
Gloria’s 50th birthday celebration was attended by family and friends and went viral on social media. Espinosa was married for six years and is the mother of two children, ages 25 and 27.
Espinosa organized a big party to share with his loved ones before his death. In his speech, he expressed calm in the face of his imminent departure.
What is myxoid liposarcoma?
Myxoid liposarcoma is a rare type of cancer that develops in the fat cells of the body. Also known as myxoid or round cell liposarcoma, it usually appears on the arms and legs.
These tumors grow slowly, but can spread to other areas of the body. Initial symptoms are usually absent, but over time they may arise:
- lumps under the skin
- pain
- fatigue
- nausea
- unintentional weight loss.
Diagnosis is made through ultrasound, MRI, and a biopsy. Treatment may include surgery, radiation therapy, and chemotherapy , and there is no known hereditary component to this disease.
