You look TERRIFIC!!! I sincerely hope you are feeling better, and that your health continues to improve. The one thing I have noticed from my experience with chemo, is my skin is dry on my arms and legs. Thanks for your product suggestions!
At age 51 I was diagnosed (2006) with Stage 2B IDC; with a 4.5cm tumor and node involvement. I was put on an AI drug (Femara) but after six weeks it was killing me. I found it much harder to tolerate than chemo. Amazing that you are able to tolerate it! It made me feel like I was a 100 years old. I told (didn't ask) my onc that I was going off it and wanted to try Tamoxifen. Was on that for 5 years (they do up to 10 years now) and was fine once the hot flashes subsided. Tamoxifen, for me, was a walk in the park compared to Femara. Fast forward to 2019: Was cancer free for 13 years, gained weight, eating and drinking whatever I liked and enjoying life. Was diagnosed in Nov with Stage 0 (but grade 3) local recurrence and scheduled for a mastectomy in Jan. I'd already had neo-adjuvant chemo (same dose and cocktails as you), lumpectomy and radiation, so options were limited. In the meantime I by chance (wasn't even looking) learned about Joe Tippens and Fenbendazole. Will see my new onc doc tomorrow and plan to discuss with her my plan of being on a 3 month course of this repurposed drug to see if it can kill the cancer and prevent the need for surgery. Now have 2 months to go on it and feeling quite confident of a good result. My surgeon, who recommended this particular onc doc, says she's open to alternative therapies, so hoping for a supportive attitude, but I haven't told my surgeon just yet.
P.S. I've been on a low carb diet since being diagnosed in mid-Nov and experiencing great results! Menopause (chemo induced) doesn't seem to prevent the diet from working well for me.
Congrats on kicking cancers ass. It's nice to see that your story has a happy ending. So many people who vlog about their cancer stories on youtube have passed away. Glad your kids don't have to worry about losing their mother. I wish you nothing but the best in life,and hope you live a long and happy life.
Great that life has improved for you. You look amazing, it is normal that you are self conscious of your weight but honestly no one would know, to look at you. So stop being so hard on yourself. The most important thing is you got through the worse time in your life.
You have the most beautiful skin! I just found your channel and subscribed because someone close to me is going through cancer treatment. I’m binge watching all your videos, you’re gorgeous and courageous thanks for sharing with us all
Thank you beautiful soul for keeping us informed. I turned 70 this year and I have wanted to give up so many times. You are such an inspiration. I will be 81 when my youngest Grandson graduates from high school. He was telling me how old his sister will be when he graduates. I made the mistake of mumbling if I will even be around for that. His response was to tell me how old I’ll be and he expects me to live to 90! So I am paying for acupuncture… it helps me have a better quality of life. I quit taking hormone therapy years ago as I didn’t like the side effects i use a personal fan for my personal summer moments as the cancer drugs definitely affect hormones. I used hair pretties (clips) to get through the crazy wild mess it was and now I can have ringlets 😍. Keep inspiring us. much love 💕 and thanks for helping us with your honest talks 😇
Thank you, Dee for coming back with this update. I wondered how you were doing and this is my only outlet. Please come back here once in a while, I think we all care about you.❣
I am 63 and lost all of my menopausal weight. About 50 lbs. I have found it easy to do low carb and intermittent fasting. I can treat myself some. You have to do what you have to do. I feel so much happier having my slim self back. I was tiny most of my life till about 49. Couldn’t accept my fat self.
Such a raw and real video. Thank you for being so bold and honest with us about your journey. Love and good vibes to you as you continue to work through all of this. You are such a strong and inspirational person!!
You look so healthy and the hair is amazing. I'm going through my 2nd bowel cancer battle no cure this time – Dee enjoy your life your lovely family will always see you through the hard times x
Thanks so much for your channel and in depth information. You have helped me a great deal going through my mastectomy. Getting ready to start chemo next week and quite jittery!
Could you tell us about the things you could have or may have done to prepare for chemotherapy treatment?
People also die from the long waits to get their appointments & procedures
You look TERRIFIC!!! I sincerely hope you are feeling better, and that your health continues to improve. The one thing I have noticed from my experience with chemo, is my skin is dry on my arms and legs. Thanks for your product suggestions!
At age 51 I was diagnosed (2006) with Stage 2B IDC; with a 4.5cm tumor and node involvement. I was put on an AI drug (Femara) but after six weeks it was killing me. I found it much harder to tolerate than chemo. Amazing that you are able to tolerate it! It made me feel like I was a 100 years old. I told (didn't ask) my onc that I was going off it and wanted to try Tamoxifen. Was on that for 5 years (they do up to 10 years now) and was fine once the hot flashes subsided. Tamoxifen, for me, was a walk in the park compared to Femara. Fast forward to 2019: Was cancer free for 13 years, gained weight, eating and drinking whatever I liked and enjoying life. Was diagnosed in Nov with Stage 0 (but grade 3) local recurrence and scheduled for a mastectomy in Jan. I'd already had neo-adjuvant chemo (same dose and cocktails as you), lumpectomy and radiation, so options were limited. In the meantime I by chance (wasn't even looking) learned about Joe Tippens and Fenbendazole. Will see my new onc doc tomorrow and plan to discuss with her my plan of being on a 3 month course of this repurposed drug to see if it can kill the cancer and prevent the need for surgery. Now have 2 months to go on it and feeling quite confident of a good result. My surgeon, who recommended this particular onc doc, says she's open to alternative therapies, so hoping for a supportive attitude, but I haven't told my surgeon just yet.
P.S. I've been on a low carb diet since being diagnosed in mid-Nov and experiencing great results! Menopause (chemo induced) doesn't seem to prevent the diet from working well for me.
Even though my cancer is terminal, your videos always make me feel stronger. You have such a wonderful positive attitude.
Chemo for kidney cancer here in the US is nearly $16,000 a month.
Congrats on kicking cancers ass. It's nice to see that your story has a happy ending. So many people who vlog about their cancer stories on youtube have passed away. Glad your kids don't have to worry about losing their mother. I wish you nothing but the best in life,and hope you live a long and happy life.
Great that life has improved for you. You look amazing, it is normal that you are self conscious of your weight but honestly no one would know, to look at you. So stop being so hard on yourself. The most important thing is you got through the worse time in your life.
NOBODY in the U.S. is denied healthcare… EVER.
O-ZONE IS SAFER !
Chemo is Dangerous , Its came from the NAZIS , treatments is all bout money …. they don’t care who it hurts.
God bless your happy heart!!!! Love from United States straight to Ireland! Girl you are Beeeeeeutyful! Thanks for your realness and humor!
one tip.. do try to fast. it is very healthy for the cells and for cancer prevention..
and you look gorgeous with you weight sis youre healthy love yourself
You have the most beautiful skin! I just found your channel and subscribed because someone close to me is going through cancer treatment. I’m binge watching all your videos, you’re gorgeous and courageous thanks for sharing with us all
Thank you beautiful soul for keeping us informed. I turned 70 this year and I have wanted to give up so many times. You are such an inspiration. I will be 81 when my youngest Grandson graduates from high school. He was telling me how old his sister will be when he graduates. I made the mistake of mumbling if I will even be around for that. His response was to tell me how old I’ll be and he expects me to live to 90!
So I am paying for acupuncture… it helps me have a better quality of life. I quit taking hormone therapy years ago as I didn’t like the side effects i use a personal fan for my personal summer moments as the cancer drugs definitely affect hormones. I used hair pretties (clips) to get through the crazy wild mess it was and now I can have ringlets 😍. Keep inspiring us. much love 💕 and thanks for helping us with your honest talks 😇
girl the spf is sooooooo important!! you know this!
Thank you, Dee for coming back with this update. I wondered how you were doing and this is my only outlet. Please come back here once in a while, I think we all care about you.❣
My diet got way worse trough chemo cause my appetite was crazy, and I got super picky because certain things made me sick.
I dont take any medications anymore, bearly took my medication through chemo.. Lol I'm horrible!
I am 63 and lost all of my menopausal weight. About 50 lbs. I have found it easy to do low carb and intermittent fasting. I can treat myself some. You have to do what you have to do. I feel so much happier having my slim self back. I was tiny most of my life till about 49. Couldn’t accept my fat self.
Such a raw and real video. Thank you for being so bold and honest with us about your journey. Love and good vibes to you as you continue to work through all of this. You are such a strong and inspirational person!!
Everything you said described me. I am a 4 yr breast cancer survivor. One day at time warrior sister and many blessings.
You look so healthy and the hair is amazing. I'm going through my 2nd bowel cancer battle no cure this time – Dee enjoy your life your lovely family will always see you through the hard times x
Thanks so much for your channel and in depth information. You have helped me a great deal going through my mastectomy. Getting ready to start chemo next week and quite jittery!
Genetic testing?