From Extreme Fatigue To STAGE 4 CANCER! - Alyssa | Stage 4 Stomach Cancer | The Patient Story
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- Опубліковано 9 лип 2024
- Alyssa Burks was diagnosed with stage 4 gastric cancer in 2023. Persistent heartburn and difficulty swallowing led to further tests, eventually revealing gastric cancer.
In this cancer vlog, Alyssa shares her battle with cancer, the importance of self-advocacy, and her determination to live for her family and future.
Thank you, Alyssa, for sharing your story to help others.
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Chapters:
0:00 Meet Alyssa
0:40 My first symptoms
5:55 I knew something was wrong
8:04 My cancer diagnosis
10:39 I found support and community
12:35 My chemotherapy treatment
15:47 Clinical trials for stomach cancer
18:24 I had a tough choice to make with my surgery
20:48 I received shocking news after my clinical trial
23:22 My support system is everything to me
25:14 The importance of self advocacy
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From Extreme Fatigue To STAGE 4 CANCER! - Alyssa | Stage 4 Stomach Cancer | The Patient Story
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What bugs me is instead of doing xray, ultrasound, mri, CT scan….they rather give meds and let all that valuable time pass🤦🏽♀️ I hate the us healthcare system
Do you actually believe it is better somewhere else? Always get second opinions. If it was not for the US system, I would not have found my cancer as soon as I did. Meanwhile, a relative in Canada dies waiting for an MRI.
True
When this happened, I was told to go to another hospital. But I made sure I pushed doctors and nurses to give me the proper examination.
Big pharma needs to make $ anyway 😢they can
@@GloriaSol it’s a “fixed system”
Let’s pray for all the ones with cancer. 🙏🙏🙏
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Prayers don't work.
In Jesus name amen
Instead of prayers, work in research, support your local labs, help stop corrupt price gouging….
To all the cancer patients out there, feel better and remember never to give up hope. My Mom is a stage 4 cancer patient and she hasn't given up hope. She still goes out with her friends, dresses up, lives on her own and cleans up her own place. She just turned 87 in April. Don't lose hope.
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Vaccinated?
@@aneka2009 vaccinated for what disease? I know what you'll say, but I'll wait.
My mother had stage 3. Bed wound
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I was diagnosed in my 30s with Stage 3 colon cancer 😢 I just gave birth to my daughter, and I was experiencing abdominal pain way before becoming pregnant! I remember my parents who both passed away from cancer, taking me to the surgeon's office, and right then, and there, they did an endoscopy and then a colonoscopy and it didn't come back good at all. They told my parents it was life or death and I need to be admitted overnight into the hospital 😮 so I had surgery, and here I am 29 years later, lucky to be alive. The 😇 were with me, and the doctors and nurses even stated that!❤
God bless you and your health so happy you're still here with us ❤
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Beautiful you are alive.
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Prayers for you....
I was diagnosed with stage 3 colon cancer just 3 months ago… I was 37.. and I wasn’t taken seriously either. God is helping me. I know I am healed. Be your own advocate!
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What symptoms did you have? I am curious because I am having symptoms and have an endoscopy at the end of the month.
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what were your first symptoms?
God should of not of given you this illness in the first place.
This young woman is 1,000 times braver than I am. This young woman is STRONG. I admire how she has dealt with such difficulties.
You don’t know how brave you are until you have no other choice.
You are stronger than you think
@@bostonbutterfly4473 no she did have a choice. nobody forced her to see a doctor
Yes, we are stronger than we think. That said, I’ve been through ovarian cancer (stage 3c) 17 years ago and an unrelated breast cancer earlier this year - so I know I’m pretty strong. Yet, I’m in awe of this woman’s fortitude. I’m praying for her.
I subscribed thinking that I can follow you though out this journey and I absolutely HAVE to know how you’re doing and what your future turns out to be. But then I discovered this isn’t your channel and that what-you’re not likely to crate update videos for us? WOW this makes me sad. I watched the whole thing and I’m deeply touched by you and your situation and I’m rooting for you. You’re so beautiful. I’m sorry you’re facing this, what an absolute nightmare.
Classic example of doctors trying to treat symptoms in isolation rather than paying attention to the big picture. I wish you well.
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Alyssa, I prayed for you as well as all cancer patients and people that are ill. I will keep you in my prayers. Keep the faith and the keep the positive attitude. You are a survivor!!!
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Thanks so much *MR OBALAR* on UA-cam for curing me from Herpes, keep saving lives.❤
God please do a miracle on this beautiful soul 🙏🏼
Amen!
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Amen! He is able! 🙏
Amen
No one takes a young woman seriously. I can't believe that one person said your "old" age was the cause of your heartburn. When I was 33 I was literally having a heart attack in the ER and they just kept me waiting and telling me things looked "normal" just like you! I was and am also petite, no smoking, not a typical heart attack patient. I hope to hear you are doing great. Sending love.💕
If your having heart pain "heart attack" you need to find a hospital specializes in heart , Like a heart Hospital. I got better care there than a "city Hospital" spread the word...
Same happened to my friend. He had a heart attack at 34 and they didn't believe him that something was wrong. 🥺
wonder if you can sue
It has nothing to do with not taking “women” seriously. It’s just lazy doctors that don’t want to go the extra mile to figure out what is wrong.
Yes - saying heartburn is because of "old age" is strange. I was diagnosed with GERD at 22. I'm 49 now, and it's never gotten better.
The lack of quality health professionals these days is a strong reminder for us to adopt preventative measures
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@@ronniebattle1310 What does that have to do with the quality of health professionals?
Read Mark chapter 16:1-20. Ask yourself this question. Do you believe what it says? These signs will follow those who believe!
@@ronniebattle1310 the bible has literally never healed anyone. Its taken a whole lot of lives though.
When a child shakes his fist at God, he's really angry with mankind. He just doesn't realize mankind pretends to be God.
@@ronniebattle1310 Yes I’ve read the Bible in it’s entirety. My mom is the most religious person I know, basically all she does now is study the Bible and she still got cancer. They don’t always correlate. Your beliefs, doctors, and yourself all play a part and you have to figure out how to balance them.
God bless! My daughter had leukemia at 15 months old. They kept telling me she was fine and that she was only anemic. I knew it wasn't just that, so i insisted on further tests like an LP. It came back positive. She did 3 years of chemo and steroids. Lost hair, gained weight. Is in remission! Prayers. God heals!
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C'mon everyone. Give this video a like. She is a great story teller. She might save a life or two by telling her story in such detail.
Yes, so true
I just did to give this angel a like. Thank you for the reminder
Angel??? Yeah right but she is helping
@@KarenandBeckyArethesamedemon66 what is wrong with you, yes she is an angel
She has me convinced I need testing 🙏
She possesses such an enormous dose of courage. What an unbelievable, beautiful person. So much to love about her.
Her attitude is perfect for fighting cancer! Positivity and low stress does wonders in many cases.
Does anyone know how I can follow her story ?
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Thanks so much *MR OBALAR* on UA-cam for curing me from Herpes, keep saving lives.❤
Self advocacy is something I had to learn on my cancer journey. Each person knows their own body the best. If a doctor is not listening to you, say your concerns over and over and find a doctor who will listen.
I am a stage 4 cancer survivor. Originally diagnosed in 2010. No new evidence of disease since 2016. Never give up hope.
This young woman is hopefully inspiring others with her testimony.
Keep on fighting the battle. I know she will from everything she has said. God bless!
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Thanks so much *MR OBALAR* on UA-cam for curing me from Herpes, keep saving lives.❤
Congratulations to you, that is wonderful! I will pray for you and for this young lady here. You are both superheroes! 🦸♀️❤🦸♀️❤
It's so scary when you hear of stories like this and you're going through similar things. Being totally dismissed by doctors but knowing the way you feel isn't normal 😢
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I agree because I have been going through the same situation as her and have been to the ENT specialist and the Gastroenterologist. They performed the Upper GI test and colonoscopy recently and I was told the colonoscopy was great. I have an appointment this week to get the results from the endoscopy but I still have the symptoms off and on. Hearing this is beginning to make worried because I have been going back and forth to ER and different Doctors for about a year now and still experience some symptoms from time to time.
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Thanks so much *MR OBALAR* on UA-cam for curing me from Herpes, keep saving lives.❤
@@leslielowman3426Keep pushing for answers, my dear. Don’t let them put you off like Alyssa’s doctors did. You’re your own advocate. ❤&🙏🏻s
Cancer is a vile cruel disease, I applaud those battling it and for sharing their stories.
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@@ATRTAP the treatment is often worse than the disease
@@vlrissolo so true
Thanks so much *MR OBALAR* on UA-cam for curing me from Herpes, keep saving lives.❤
Thanks so much *MR OBALAR* on UA-cam for curing me from Herpes, keep saving lives.❤
Please, please keep this young woman in our prayers. God is the ultimate healer and the ONLY ONE who can deliver a miracle. 🙏❤
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Amen !
True
She is going through so much with such bravery and positivity. I will be praying for you. May you get your miracle and make full recovery.
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Lord I rebuke these types of negative diseases 😢
Thanks so much *MR OBALAR* on UA-cam for curing me from Herpes, keep saving lives.❤
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If you practice fasting, eating whole foods. But mainly the fasting you’ll live life being disease-free. Rest to the stomach removes impurities from the bloodstream if you eat like 99% of humans eating 3 meals a day with snacks then you’ll just creating the breeding ground for disease
The first time that a doctor has stopped listening to you is your 'cue' to leave and see someone else. This means they value their own opinion (egoism) over the person who has 'lived' in a body for years and knows it wayyyy better than the doctor ever will.
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I'll pray for you my dear. You're a beautiful and intelligent woman. God can do miracles. Believe that statement all the time. Thank you for sharing.
AMEN !!!
Yeah there’s a huge problem with this especially with doctors and therapist who deal with mental illnesses as well.
Thanks so much *MR OBALAR* on UA-cam for curing me from Herpes, keep saving lives.❤
Self advocacy is exhausting. Prayers.
It’s called adulting.
@@osmos2017 I have no idea what you are talking about. Insurance companies, political posturing between providers, and once the diagnosis happens, wading through the medical jargon, what insurance will cover, and the parameters of case trials can be exhausting and frustrating if my cancer doesn’t qualify based on something in my profile. So again, what do you mean by adulting?
@@osmos2017 by the way? I have observed your responses to other cancer survivor stories. Your responses are apathetic and pathetic as you have no idea the process. I hope your karma is swift, and I have not ever said this to any human being. Cancer survivorship is a daunting process for many of us and swift if caught early. No one gets out of this life alive, and if one story can offer someone hope or inspire self advocacy because doctors are just people and don’t know everything. I would say have a blessed day, but the things you have written on other survivors stories betrays your cold heart.
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If you don’t have decent health insurance, you would not be able to get the test done that she had done and all the bloodwork and all of the medication‘s and all of the follow ups and all of the doctors appointments to finally get the diagnosis. That is why you have to vote. if you care about Healthcare, you have to vote for a Democrat. The Republicans Are trying to destroy the healthcare marketplace, which allows millions of Americans to get the basic health coverage that they need to see a doctor.
I've been through breast cancer and esophageal cancer and you are just amazing. A true warrior the way you just jumped in here and attacked the cancer, guns blazing. A true inspiration for the rest of us.
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God bless this gorgeous young lady for fighting for herself so graciously.
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This is honestly terrifying. Just having extreme fatigue as a symtom to stage 4 is so scary. I thought there would be so many more symptoms. I'm so sorry the medical system failed you 💔
It is terrifying, but she described a bunch of symptoms beyond fatigue. Fatigue was the first symptom and it progressed through to heartburn, trouble swallowing, extreme and unexpected weightloss (huge flag there), etc. I'm assuming these symptoms developed as she progressively moved from stage 1 to 4. The medical system did fail her, though. She obviously didn't feel comfortable advocating for herself until things got really bad.
She describes a 2.5 year journey to a diagnosis. That's a long time for any cancer to be left untreated, much less an aggressive cancer. I blame her PCP group for the delay.
Extreme fatigue was one of the main symptoms I experienced before being diagnosed with stage 4 colon cancer.
You know, I feel, they really did….it is so very hard to get a really good Dr. & health care anymore! Just a fact!
I know someone who had no symptoms until two months before death. Was very active, never lost weight, no fatigue, etc. It happens more often than people realize.
Not everyone gets time to fight back.
This is so unfair and tragic. I'm praying for a miracle that this young woman is cured and able to see her child grow up. What a terrible thing for a young mother to go through.
Praying? That will cure her for sure.
My aunt died at 35 from this leaving 5 children between 12 and 2 years…
Praying alongside you, bringing this to our Lord 🙏
My mother went through this. She passed away a year after her diagnosis at the age of 46.
as someone who is very spiritual, this woman must believe that everything happens for a reason. she has more than enough strength to keep moving forward and you can see it in her confidence
I have been a Pediatric ICU nurse all my life.... Never seen such strenght in my life!!!!
I will be praying for her but I will also pray for myself to have just a tiny bit of her strength that she has.
I have lived my life in fear since age 5 and I am an old woman now . Didin't live my life because of my fear!
Yes I hear you & understand - fear stops us. Take care & know your not alone.
Me too 32 and terrified and have similar symptoms
@@jjhernandezcloud you are young! Get help! Don’t waste your life like I did! 🙏🏻
Lord, I pray for healing for Alyssa and other cancer patients 🙏
She is so sweet and accepting. I hope she experiences a good outcome somehow.
if you are sick with anything including cancer pls do your research on Carnviore diet and fasting. ch Dr Ken berry (vd carnviore for beginners), Dr Chaffee, Shawn baker md podcast, homestead how, No carb life & Chs for fasting Dr Mindy pelz (vd 7 type of fasting, what to drink in on a fast, refeed after a fast etc) & Dr Jason fung.
Carnviore & fasting are healing methods that reduce inflammation & heal everything including cancer. (SERIOUSLY)
This is old fashion medicine.
we have all the same outcome , God is good
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She is such a sweet girl.
When you have a slew of weird symptoms and you feel this bad, you have to insist on a few scans at least. Don't let a doctor blow off your concerns....I truly hate that some of them don't really listen to us. Bless you, I'm praying for your comfort and peace.
Absolutely! Had symptoms for years and last year they found a 1 cm tumor in my small intestine. I am in follow up with the neuro endocrine oncologist team as they didn’t want to remove it as it is too deep and too small (they would have to open me up : very heavy operation) so I have my third scan in august to see if it is still there or if it grew or spread. My husband was my biggest advocate because I was blown off so many times 😂😂. But I live in Belgium and our medical system is wonderful! I only pay about 50 EUR for an MRI, CT scan and PET Scan. Feel so sorry for you Americans
@@Doesntmatter20good luck hon 🙏🙏💓😊
@@Doesntmatter20h Not all Americans have to pay, and different incomes and insurance companies have different costs, co - pays, and deductibles
@@Doesntmatter20 Agree that our system is set up differently. Google says that Belgium citizens get taxed 50% of their earnings for yearly incomes of $50,331 (American dollar) and above. Here that would be an hourly wage of $24.19 full time (and higher). I don’t know if Americans would be willing to give up 50% of their incomes in exchange for a reduction in the cost of medical care.
Health care feels like we are a bunch of cattle . It takes us being persistent or else it will be discovered when it’s too late ! If this lady didn’t keep on she would have died without knowing .
Hello Alyssa, so many of us are hoping and praying for your recovery. The treatment will work by the grace of God, your body will respond well and you will be here for many years. So sorry Sweetheart WARRIOR that you are going through this. You are beautiful in and out. Thanks for sharing❤️
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I am soul sorry. I’m currently going through the same thing. Lost 50/60lbs out of no where and extreme fatigue etc, doctors were just stuck on the fact I wasn’t eating and blamed it all on the even though I’m not deliberately eating. 7 months and 6 specialists later still no diagnosis, I now cannot work, lost my home, in endless pain, and now finally my blood work is just now starting to reflect what I have been feeling for months. And my oncologist still isn’t acting on it. I’m only 24. This video encouraged me, we are gonna be better than ok 🤞🏽
Wow I’m so sorry to hear this . I pray you get answers and pray you come out of this well ❤
A REFERRAL TO THE GI SPECIALIST SHOULD HAVE BEEN GIVEN THE SECOND SHE HAD HEARTBURN. UNBELIEVABLE!!!!! Im so sorry you went thru this ❤
I have a bunch of her symptoms and Drs don’t do anything 😢 but not losing weight gaining it
@@CrunchyMom70 go see another doctor, 1 out of 10 will believe you just have to find the right one. Now, I’ve been sick many times, those times doctors threaten me like if I was crazy. If there is something I’ve learned when dealing with doctors is one, always push for more testing! If they say I don’t see nothing wrong with you, you answer back by saying well for my peace of mind I want more exams done, and you demand them!
Another thing, if you have PPO insurance (does not need referral) take it upon yourself go find a specialist, in this case a gastroenterologist.
Third and more important. EXAGGERATE your symptoms, I know this is not honest but they will pay more attention to someone in “excruciating pain”, ” having nausea”, “vomiting”, symptoms “everyday many times a day”. This is in case you need referral from them.
Also tell them that your symptoms have been there for long and that you have tried medicine already.
I know is too much but many doctors will take care first of the insurance then the patient. Sorry that it is the reality here in US.
Try any of these if not all and you’ll see a change.
I hope they find what is wrong with you and remember that no one knows your body more then you and that no one will take care of it better then you.
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@@CrunchyMom70Somehow I had different experiences. When I had bad coughing and trouble swallowing, in my 30’s, I was sent right away for an upper and lower endoscopy. I go every five years and they rule out issues with my heartburn. Recently I had unexplained bloating (a symptom of ovarian cancer),my Gyno sent me right away for a sonogram, now in my 50’s. Many times over the years I’ve had tests done for symptoms I’ve complained about. Please go and tell your doctors the symptoms are very concerning and you need testing done. If they don’t listen find someone who will. I don’t understand why Doctors always initially rule out the worst just because someone is young, especially if the symptoms are chronic and increasing. They get cancer and horrible diseases too. Good luck my friend😊
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Well, if medication didn't help, then, yes.
Keep fighting, Alyssa! I'm coming up on my 6 year anniversary being cancer-free after a stage 4 diagnosis. I know first hand how tough the battle is but It's clear to see you're a warrior and will beat this! If I can give you any advice it would be to cut out anything in your diet even remotely being suspected as a carcinogen and load up on anti-inflammatory and antioxidant foods. Also try to remain positive and cut out any negativity in your life. I will keep you in my thoughts. ♥
She is a warrior and she remain calm inspite
of everything. Anyway, stress and negativity it
can manifest sickness or even trigger a chronic
ailment and inflamation.Anyway, in third world country
when someone has cancer is too expensive to have cancer,
most of them lost the battle before their time because lack
of money to get a proper treatment and they just wait and die.
How sad is that?Hopefully, someday science create a better option
how to catch an early detection of cancer and our health system to
encourage each patient that early detection you have more chances for
survival.
If u have time would you mind sharing like theTop 5 best foods that helped you?
MD LIKE 5 TOP NONOS?
THABK YOU!
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@@ronniebattle1310 yo, can you stop with your spamming? This is seriously insulting.
Read Mark chapter 16:1-20. Ask yourself this question. Do you believe what it says? These signs will follow those who believe!
This story kills me. I too have experienced many many instances where medical professionals dismiss symptoms because of youth. And if you don't keep pushing and showing up insisting something is wrong they don't actively help you. You must be your own advocate, search for other doctors, and research on your own.
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It's EXTREMELY basic. Why people haven't always thought this is a fucking mystery to me.
My partner just got a kidney transplant (at 41) and I can attest to the fact that you absolutely MUST advocate for yourself. Press for tests and answers. Also, doctors will advise you to finish trials even when they aren’t working because your data is part of the study, but you can decide. Sending love and thinking about Alyssa. ❤
Hi, how're you doing today?
@@mikedenison121 Go away.
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I have come to realize that unexplained weight loss is one of the most common signs of any type of cancer
True.
I have all her symptoms plus night sweats every night for 2/3 years with loose stools yet I’m not losing weight.
I was just thinking that when I start losing weight I’m probably losing whatever battle this is.
@@rachkate76are you ok? Try getting screened for lymphoma
And diabetes type 2 too
It’s been 5 years since I lost 30lbs, same symptoms, blood work and endoscopy came back normal. Last summer my uncle died of stomach cancer, and I haven’t been back for any new testing. Watching this just shot my anxiety through the roof
@@xxivoryy the best way to address your anxiety is to book an appointment with a specialist today.
What a beautiful human being. Thank you for sharing our story. I truly wish you the best.
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My sister has had gastro cancer she passed on June 9th 2024 she fought for two years but she was 90 something pounds from A two hundred seventy the doctors said she had cancer for over 10 years at stage 4 and that she was a miracle she’s gone know and very missed but she went in peace I’ll pray for you. You’re going to have a rough road ahead as there’s no cure for cancer. Love your life to the fullest that’s all I can say
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😢 the fact you went through so many delays is maddening! I had stage 3 pancreatic and common bile duct cancers. None in the family, but gallbladder trouble. The contrast scans were what found everything. From being told i had a bladder infection to gallstones. That was 12/2011. I pray and bless your team is exactly who you need. Prayers💫💫💫
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Self-advocacy is KEY. When my husband was having swallowing issues, i called the GI directly and made an appointment. He had a scope and colonoscopy the next month. If they need a referral, call your GP and get it. Be insistent and persistent!
Lol I wish more men would realize this and then they could call their own doctors and not need their wives to do it for them.
I agree; Self Advocacy is necessary.
Self advocacy is the key to listen your own
body and jot it down every symptoms in your
journal. Be persistent and seek the right physician.
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I hear so many stories of people going to the doctor and it taking a MONTHS before they are listened too. Then you get diagnosed after it’s clear you’re at a point of no return. What kind of healthcare system do we have in America? It’s insane.
You don’t have a health care system, you have a medical industry.
Drs like to brush patient offthey either dont care or they cant be bothered
Yup. It's terrible.
My friend was sick since November 2022 and kept going back to doctor no results. Finally Feb 2023 find out kidney liver cancer! Ughhhh. Only cause she went to emergency and requested scan ::: MRI,,
My step grandmother had an appt in a few months and she ended up waiting a total of 10 months for a mammogram.
Prayers to Alyssa Burks and her family.. would love to keep in touch with the story. This truly moved me
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Alyssa is extremely brave. I have just said a prayer for her, wishing her well and hope. NEVER loose HOPE please. I have a friend (in fact two) one was told he only had three days to live, back in 2010 (tongue and throat cancer) and he is here today cancer free, and another friend was diagnosed with stage 4 breast cancer and again managed to beat it.
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I was diagnosed with stomach cancer at 37. Had total gastrectomy and I am fine now, this happened 28 years ago!
Wow...from terror to triumph..just shows there's always hope even in the darkest hours. May this lovely lady be inspired by your story.❤
What stage were you?
How does it affect your digestive system? How do you eat? I’m sorry, just wondering. Glad you are good!
What is causing all of this stomach cancer?
@@DJRenee well in my case I had a family history of gastric cancer. Also I suffered from helicobacter infection and on top I was extremely sleep deprived due to caring for my small child. I think this contributed significantly to a weak immune system.
I had a baby and 2 months after I started to feel side and back pain. I saw 4 different doctors and they all just said it was musculoskeletal pain and to take anti-inflammatory meds. 7 months later im still having the pain. For the 3rd time i went back to my doc and complained about my pain. She once again said it was musculoskeletal and gave me attitude and asked what do i want. She asked me if I wanted a MRI? I said idk, i dont want to waste resources and she says it's entirely up to me in a condescending tone. I said yes lets do the MRI because i was scared. Normally we get a random pain and it goes away in it's own. This wasn't going away so i knew something was wrong. Not to mention all of the other symptoms i started to feel. Numbness in my extremities and pressure in my back as if something foreign was there. Day after the imaging she calls to tell me i have a rare spinal disorder in adults and apologized to me. Moral of the story, we know our bodies better than these doctors. They gaslight us and make us feel like we're over reacting. While they may feel like cancers and certain diseases are rare, it still happens every single day. We may be that rare case. And the longer we go untreated the worse the outcome maybe. Dont just take meds without knowing the WHY. The WHY is the most important but that's where doctors get generic and prescribe meds to just treat the symptoms. Advocate for yourself always. Be safe rather than sorry.
I had a similar experience, I had sharp pain in my leg and hip for months. I went to a chiropractor, my Primary Dr. All said is was nothing to worry about. A few months into the pain and I was walking and my hip broke. I was walking around with a hairline hip fracture and no one believed me ( young, athletic, healthy ) It was the most painful experience in my life. I was rushed into surgery and now I am fully recovered. I wish I had pushed my concerns more and they listened to me.
@@user-st3vg2mf3z wow that's terrible. I couldn't imagine the pain you were feeling. I'm happy to hear that you're healed now and doing so much better!
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Your resilience in this situation makes you a true warrior! Epictetus said, "It's not what happens to you, but how you react to it that matters." Always keep going and keep fighting! 💪
This video just solidified my reasoning for chasing up a CT and endoscopy, as I myself am having very VERY similar symptoms (extreme fatigue, sudden and relentless heartburn/trouble swallowing) I've been told multiple things: age (I'm only 29), weight, eating habits. But I know myself, and this isn't normal. I hope Alyssa is never in pain, and finds the miracle she needs.
Good luck to you! I hope everything turns out ok.
*Theres a true warrior in that little body. You faced the big C head on and living to tell the story. You are already a Hero.* 💐
I just had most of my stomach removed just bc a dr asked if I was swallowing ok. I was fat at the time and made a joke “do I look like I have problems swallowing?!” Heh. He didn’t think that was funny and I’m so glad. I said “yes. Actually yes. I’ve been having trouble swallowing some new vitamins.” Just that alone was enough for him to order the endoscopy. If he hadn’t done that I would have died. I love her message. I’ve never stood up for myself like that. Thank you for this message.
I have a terrible time tryna swallow. Water is the worst. It's all I really drink besides a coffee or 2 a day. I'm scared bcuz it's getting worse over the past year. I can eat ok. But liquids and larger meds are extremely difficult...
Meant to ask you what was it that found and why were having difficulty swallowing?
I had to give up some OTC multivitamins recommended by my dr. They were killing my stomach. We just need good food and water that our country isn’t poisoning
@@JuicyPeaches504 Hi, I just learned this year that if you put the pill in your mouth and take some water, then move your chin all the way down to your chest and then swallow, that it makes taking meds so much easier. This has helped me, and I have trouble with food and drink getting stuck, as she described in the video. Hope this can help.
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Lord God touch this beautiful young, courageous woman. My heart goes out to her. ❤🙏🏾🙏🏾🙏🏾
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I'm not sure why things like this happen to people like this strong sweet woman. The selfless act of sharing this story to save others is beautiful and amazing. ❤
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I'm so thankful my dr ordered scans and blood tests right away.
He always told me I tested for the worst 1st, then worked my way down.
He diagnosed my MIL brain tumour in 2 visits.
The 1st time she saw him, she told him about her weird symptoms. Nothing major, fatigue, and tingling in her arm. She'd been telling her own dr about it for months, and he said it's hormonal. She had no headaches at all ironically.
My dr sent her for an MRI scan that afternoon and said, "Come back in the morning." The following morning, he said "unfortunately it's just as I suspected. You have a brain tumour and need to go to the ER immediately. 2 days later, she had it removed, she survived 4 more yrs 😢 The surgeon said she had this tumour for at least 2 yrs.
It's so scary. My heart hurts for all those battling any type of cancer.
F*^K CANCER! ❤
Thank God for doctors who actually listen and then order tests immediately. These types of doctors are definitely rare. And I like the mentality of testing for the worst first. What would it hurt for every doctor to do this? Makes you wonder.
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@@rp3741 Well the reason for this is because 9.9/10 times, the symptoms are benign causes. And due to the excessive limitation of access to important tests, scans, and specialists, if everyone who came in with vague symptoms was tested for the worse first, the wait time for such tests would be so excruciating that those who need it would most likely not get it on time. But there’s a method to most of the madness! Assume benign (if no blazing red flags) and FOLLOW UP. It’s the follow up part that’s important cause most benign things will improve overtime or with simple treatment, it not doing so is a red flag in of itself
If you don’t have decent health insurance, you would not be able to get the test done that she had done and all the bloodwork and all of the medication‘s and all of the follow ups and all of the doctors appointments to finally get the diagnosis. That is why you have to vote. if you care about Healthcare, you have to vote for a Democrat. The Republicans Are trying to destroy the healthcare marketplace, which allows millions of Americans to get the basic health coverage that they need to see a doctor.
I lost 15 pounds in 2 weeks and was very tired all the time. My doctor found stage 2 ovarian cancer. I changed my eating habits and the cancer was removed. I am so grateful to be healthy. I wish and pray for the best in you life. May god grant you health again.💐
What eating habits did you adapt to?
What did you eat?
Did you cut out sugar?
Wow that’s great that you’re ok now
I used to eat junk food. I started eating healthy. Fish, salad fruits. Quit Coke Zero and coffee. Now I only have it occasionally. No no more junk food like chips and popcorn. It was my doctors advice and I listened.
What a battle you have been through and are still working to heal. My heart goes out to you and yours as you make the best decisions you know how to. Im so glad you have solid support ppl in your circle. ❤
Beautiful lady - outside and inside - your lovely soul shines in your eyes. You are so brave and strong to be able to speak as candidly as this when you are right in the middle of a dreadful time. I am sending my prayers up to help you navigate all of this - and sincerely wish for you to have a long-term recovery. Much love to you and your family. X
She's lucky to be alive. The recent rise in stomach cancers since 2020 have taken many people very, very, quickly.
Does anyone question why there is a rise in cancer? Is there one thing that could be causing cancer on steroids?
@@rebeccaskiles2803 My girlfriend’s mother was told in order to keep her nursing job, she must take their medication… gone in a few months. Right after my father. December 2021. We will never forget.
@@rebeccaskiles2803Probably the fact that they're poisoning our food. American allows chemicals in their food that other countries have banned
The rise is since the jab. Too many young people getting cancers. There’s no stage 1 or 2 now straight to stage 4
”Turbo cancer”
Wake up people
@@rebeccaskiles2803. I don’t know but I’ve been watching a Dr John Campbell from England who was very “provassine”. He has done a complete 180*. He just looks at facts and wants answers. So sad. Obviously I don’t know if this is true in her case but this is such a very sad story 😢😢😢
Our intuition exists for a reason - I wish that healthcare Providers would realize that we live with ourselves everyday…we know when something is off.
I’m so sorry you’ve experienced this horror. I will be praying for you.
Sooo true!! I had one dr who said to me ( after trying to figure out why my foot was red and swollen a year later ) and why I was having issues post a NET removal, she told me “I was looking for things” I reported her but it’s hard to be heard sometimes!! So glad she’s sharing her story! But yes our intuition ? Is usually spot on!
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It's a for profit system. That is why.
Alyssa, you are so beautiful! I am so sorry you have had to go through all of this. You are a very mature, well spoken, and kind young lady. You have touched many, many people doing this video. You are so pretty!...but your inside spirit is what shines even brighter. I am glad you have such a wonderful family. Makes sense...you are so wonderful. Everyone that has heard your story here is carrying a spot for you in our hearts.
Many people, especially young women, get disbelieved or ignored when they note extreme fatigue.
Alyssa, if reading this, so sorry to hear about having had to go through this.
Severe fatigue seems reported by many prior to cancer diagnosis. It seems to be a notable symptom.
The fatigue and other symptoms often are not taken seriously quickly enough or get attributed to something else. Tests are inadequate.
Thankfully the issue was finally found. Now the next round of challenges.
Appreciate much Alyssa’s sharing. This may help others.
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My best friend died from stage 3 stomach cancer in 2022. She was diagnosed March 2020, right when the world shut down from Covid. I miss her every day. I’m sending you hugs and good wishes- her story isn’t yours.
I'm very sorry to hear about your best friend's passing. May I ask if she went through chemo and surgery to remove the cancer? My dad was diagnosed with stage 3 gastric cancer and his doctor made it seem like he's OK since it's not stage 4
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Stomach cancer is nasty. My mom passed away at 54. Her symptoms were pain upon eating. She was treated for an ulcer, unsuccessfully. By the time she had her endoscopy she was diagnosed as stage 4. She had spread to her lymph nodes as well as her spleen. I'll spare the rest of the details. I wish you the best. I'm also glad to hear that treatments are evolving, and clinical trials are available. I'm now 54 myself and I have routine colonoscopies/endoscopies every 5 years.
I lost my Mom in 1991 at age 58 to Stomach/ esophageal cancer. It’s one of the worst, most painful cancers. My heart is beyond broken for this beautiful young lady. We ALL need to pray to God that He… will heal Alyssa.
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I am sorry for your loss of your mum. It is such a young age 54. I cannot imagine what you had to go through 😞 I am sending you a hug and blessings for your future ❤
I am sorry for your loss of your mum. 58 is such a young age. Its terrible loosing the ones we love to cancer. I am sending you a hug and blessings for your future ❤
@@amymayrose6210 Thank you amymayrose. 🙏
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So thankful that u Alyssa have a faith that continues to give you hope and strength in self advocacy and doing daily life with so much on your plate. Your courage/tenacity/perseverance is encouraging to us and admirable. May He be praised in all of this.
Bless you, My Dear. Thank you for sharing. You did a beautiful job conveying your story, and you no doubt will help many other people advocate for themselves to get the medical care they need. You are clearly a wonderful person. Much love to you 💜
My HEART is crying for you…💔😢 My Mom went through this. I will pray SO hard for you dear girl… 🙏🙏🙏
My dad went through this also.
Yup, praying always works for me!
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She was fighting to stay alive, and the stupid doctor was upset because she wanted to remove her ovaries???? How will she be able to have children if she’s dead??? Out of everything this infuriates me the most!!! Her life matters more than her biological ability to have children! We’re human beings not baby makers!
Unfortunately, she doesn't have much time to worry about a baby 👶 or anything else.
Time to finish writing the last chapter in the book. 😳
@Pianogirl Amen sister!
Stupid thinking but even if you believe that, theres millions of children out there that need homes, why aren’t they upset bout that?? She could end up adopting anyway.
@@alphaomega1351you’re AWFUL. 😠
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wow alyssa is so brave,so all up it took 2 and half years for her to be diagnosed,I have heard of many people with similar cancer stories,sending love and prayers
You are amazing! I cannot imagine how difficult this must be but you kept on it until they found out what was wrong. Keep on fighting. You are a WARRIOR QUEEN! I’m making an appointment in the morning with a gastroenterologist.
The declining standard of doctors/GP's competency is truly shocking. They don't think outside the box enough, and simply follow procedure, often looking up on the computer in front of you!
Best wishes and prayers for you to overcome this.
When healthcare is a business, the doctors just try to get as many patients in and out for maximum profit. They're not here to heal, they're here to make money, sadly.
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I agree most of the time I have to seek help else where
I’ve noticed an influx of all foreign doctors from Puerto Rico and India and a lot of impoverished countries. They are hiring them to come here.
Some of my best doctors have come here from other countries. My endocrinologist is Chilean and my cardiologist is Nigerian. Bad doctors have no borders...they come from everywhere... including America. Perhaps you should watch the documentary "Doctor Death".
I hate the saying, " You're too young," and they feel to overlook things. So many people have suffered because doctors feel it can't be anything serious because of the age. Best of wishes, love, and prayers your way ❤
At age 43, my response is typically something along the lines- if I’m too young, then what about the kids we see on the cancer commercials?! Where do their age group come into play in all this?!
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Exactly kids die daily at St Jude hospital. It is no such thing as to young.
Young people today in this society are getting more diseases and have mental health issues.
An it is getting worse . Because alot of young people can't keep up with the cost of living.
This makes them turn to drugs and alcohol I see it daily
it’s interesting because healthcare isn’t the only part of life that thinks age means anything. boy we thinkin’ too linear to get anything done
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She is such a warrior I can just tell by how tired and exhausted she sounds. But she keeps fighting to live another day to spend with her loved ones!!! Damm cancer why does it exist it’s such an unfair disease…I wish this women another 100 years of life I hope she gets good news soon I will pray for her 🙏🏻🙏🏻🙏🏻
My heart goes out to you Queen. Keep battling, you will overcome this! You're stronger than I could ever be! You're inspiring! You're an Angel and you deserve to be cured of this!
Alyssa, I’m an RN and a believer. I will be praying for you and add you to our worship center prayer circle. Blessings. 🙏
it will not help ...
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But the pediatric cancer wards keep right on chugging and prayers are no better than a game of chance. One study shows it can be a worse.
May the Lord answer your just petition.
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I like the fact that she said let’s test to see what’s really wrong before we do medications!
Yes, she said this after having already been medicated for two years
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Sending Alyssa and her family so much love.
You are such a fighter, Alyssa! You are an amazing, strong, beautiful woman. Thank you for sharing your story with us. I am praying for your recovery!
My uncle died from stomach cancer and he did not live long enough to have all these things done. I also had a Doctor friend die after only 2 yrs from Stomach cancer. They removed his stomach and made his a new stomach with pigs skin, he had a feeding tube felt okay for awhile then started getting weak again so he got tested and the cancer came back in his liver. He tried to get into clinical trials but was not accepted. He only lived 3 months after that and I remember he called me as he looked at a rainbow one early evening. He felt happy seeing the rainbow and he told me he was going to try and see every sunrise and sunset that he could. I cried but never let him know that I was crying. Bless you sweet lady and stay strong. Thank you for sharing your story. ❤️❤️🌼🌼🌼
My brother in law also died from stomach cancer and laid in the hospital for weeks waiting for a diagnosis from an oncologist even tho he knew what it would be. He didn't last long, it wasn't treatable, he died at home a few mths. later. 😞
I am sorry. Do you think these happen from foods we eat? I suspect this. They all say genetics, I don't believe that. They can't say that about skin cancer because they know the biggest culprit for that and can't hide that fact.
@@frostflower5555 I definitely do! There's so many toxins in food and other things. Ppl. can get concentrations of heavy metals in their body and God knows what else!!
@@frostflower5555I think it’s definitely the food. There was a UA-camr I used to watch named sassEsnacks and she died from stomach cancer… she was what they called a muckbanger and she ate all kinds of food😮💨 I do believe it’s in the food because our body isn’t used to all that process food.
My genius and fabulous chiropractor once said, “everything starts in the gut”
I was happy to hear that a new trial came up for Alyssa. I was diagnosed with 4th stage lung cancer in 2022. My biopsy found that I had a PDL1 protein that made me eligible for a fairly new immunotherapy. After 4 rounds of chemo and immunotherapy my cancer is not detectable. I will have immunotherapy every three weeks for the rest of my life but that is much better than the 3 to 6 months I was originally given. God Bless everyone and if you have cancer they are finding new treatments, hopefully cures every day. Don't lose hope.
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15 mins in and I’m exhausted!! What a story!! Alyssa, you are amazing!!
What a beautiful little angel you are. I am so sorry you are going through all of this. God Bless you darling.
Pray for her, I remember studying stomach cancer in nursing school, most die within 6 months of diagnosis so she's already beating the odds
This is what you know of,people have beaten stomach cancer with herbs and diet, no chemo or radiation.
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I'm praying for a full recovery for you. May God answer your prayers. 🙏
Oh yeah, praying is better than medicine. Praying saves millions of lives every year. NOT.
Amen ! ❤
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Thank you for sharing. I am not going to anything you’re going through, but I struggle with other illnesses and you inspire me to keep going even though times get very difficult. I’ll keep you in my prayers.
you are such a brave young lady. praying for your full recovery
Alyssa, I wish you the best. You are far from alone in getting screwed by the American healthcare system, I worked in a hospital for 20 years, and I can tell you firsthand that priority #1 for doctors is their own livelihood, not yours. Of course, they will do just enough to stay out of trouble, but they cut corners whenever they can get away with it. Frankly, it's not just doctors, it's the entire healthcare system.
No one will care more about your health than yourself, that is why it is so important to learn as much about your symptoms as you can and do what you can do on your own. I'm not saying to not see a doctor, I'm saying don't take their word for what is wrong with you and what you should do. They are often wrong. And search for functional medicine doctors.
Nailed it. 100 per cent!
I think now they have to follow protocols. They aren’t really free to go off the script. If the script says no colonoscopy until you are 50 or extreme symptoms then you aren’t getting a colonoscopy.
@@katiek4901 The American health care system is based on money. There is the option of self pay for diagnostics. I've had to do that to diagnose a problem I had.
Their bosses are Health Insurance Companies, and they live by that code, when this Country gets Republicans off the backs of the American people only then we’ll be able to live in a Civilized Society where people actually matter,with Socialized Medicine!
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Massive prayers for the healing of this lovely lady. Huge love from Ireland XOX
Sweet, strong girl!! Prayers for you and looking forward to hearing your doing great. It’s so tiring but keep on advocating for yourself! Sending much love!
You are your only advocate. If you feel something is wrong keep knocking on doors no matter what!
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When I got a bump on my head dr. said it was nothing. Then my stylist beautician said that was not normal & went to a different dr. & they said it was bad & I ended up with a tumor in my brain. Going & going to different Drs is the right thing to do young lady! God ❤ you & so do I! You're meant to tell us about this. Bless you. 🙏
Wow. What an amazing stylist. Or incompetent Dr. Or both.
The gaslighting is unreal. Imagine a hair stylist being more competent than a doctor in spotting abnormalities in a client's head...
@quiCk...my bump was small & Dr insisted that I hit my head. When I got a haircut she said that's not normal..then I got it checked by a different Dr. & was airlifted to SLC. I lived & my kids were crying bc they couldn't be with me. So,when it comes back bc its still in my neck spine area, I lived 7 extra years so I am great ful & ready to go when the time comes. I don't blame the first dr. I pray for this young lady may she get better soon!
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God bless that hairstylist, and God bless you.
Bless your heart. You keep fighting. Prayers will go up daily for you and your family. I speechless can’t say anything but keep fighting and I will keep praying.
Thank you for sharing your story. I’m so sad hearing what you have gone through and are still going through. I’m a cancer survivor and I didn’t go through as much heartache as you have. I was diagnosed with breast cancer at 29 and had chemo, radiation, double mastectomy and eventually a hysterectomy to avoid a reoccurrence. I pray that you will pull through this terrible disease. You are so brave and an inspiration to all the people that are going through cancer. Much 💕
I don't know why but this particular story made me sad. Such a sweet person. 💜
I know why. She’s so young to be dealing with this very aggressive disease.
This ‘story’ explains someone’s real life and wasn’t meant for entertainment purposes.
@@KelAZ1 I don't think anyone is entertained here..
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@@caryoulwhitty Informed, however.
That really threw me..the doctor saying "you are getting older"
You have been through so much. ❤
Why weren't these tests done sooner.
I think the “you’re getting older” is a cop out when they don’t have a clue what’s wrong.
Getting older is such a lame argument to make..she’s not 60! She’s a young vibrant woman
Thank god for your new Dr. I’m so glad that she/he listened to you.
I’m keeping you in my thoughts ❤ my dad has been battling cancer going on 4 years and it seems recently it’s been harder to keep faith, but I try my hardest not to let him see that. You’ve got this!!
I tested positive for H-pylori in February. 13 days of strong antibodies but I only tested because I pushed for it. I am the doctor’s worst nightmare as a patient because I am very pushy to get tested. You are very brave and I can tell you’re a fighter. Stay strong 💪 ❤
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Stage 4 stomach cancer here! Diagnosed February of this year while 28 weeks pregnant!
Love to see our story told… I’m so sorry that you’re going through this but thank you for sharing your story. I was told the same… we will keep an eye on it - a tumor that was growing but no one wanted to do much about because of my pregnancy. I thank the lord for the surgeon who finally said we need to remove this because you can go into sepsis and I trusted him with my life and my son’s and before we knew it I was in the OR. The next day, the news that it was cancer. It’s been a rollercoaster since and just completed my 6th chemo round yesterday.
We will get through this! Sending all the prayers and positive vibes. I’m also part of the sister cancer group - it’s been so helpful through this journey.
They did a surgery on you while pregnant?
@@1bluegreen2 Yes, they removed a tumor from my belly button area. I was 28 weeks pregnant. It was that or go into sepsis because my tumor was coming out and leaking out of my belly button. I had had a gallbladder surgery there in 2023 so the abdominal wall was weak. My baby is now going to be 3 months the 16th. He did two chemo rounds with me.. also while pregnant. There are many stories of women enduring chemo while pregnant. It’s out there… but yes, my son is a walking miracle!
How was your bowel movements? Was it soft stool nomatter what ypu ate?
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Hi sis 💜 Yes we will! I would love to meet you over one of the calls if you are able to join them
This breaks my heart. And makes me worry about my son. Thank you for sharing your story, being so honest, and staying in the fight ❤
You are such a brave young woman and have a very special spirit. I am praying for you and your family.
I think a great addition would be to add the patients social media accounts (obviously with their consent). That way we can actually follow and support them during their journey
Agreed!!!! I was looking for her info in the description
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