I have skin cancer. + other personal news

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  • @WomenLivingTorah
    @WomenLivingTorah  Місяць тому +4

    I’m sharing my skin cancer story today plus chatting about other life happenings. I’d love to hear more about you & how you are doing!! For links about Curaderm, head here: womenlivingtorah.com/2024/10/28/skin-cancer-on-my-face-pictures/

    • @brendaprince1309
      @brendaprince1309 Місяць тому

      Will be praying for you. I dont have cancer but i do have 3 or 4 masses that the doctors are keeping a close eye on. May Abba heal you and keep you safe during this season of life.

    • @WomenLivingTorah
      @WomenLivingTorah  Місяць тому

      Oh my!! I’m glad they’re not cancerous!! 🙏

    • @brendaprince1309
      @brendaprince1309 Місяць тому

      @WomenLivingTorah is there anything that i can do to help. Prayer is definitely a given. And if its ok with you can i add you to a torah womans prayer list?

    • @BabraKogei
      @BabraKogei Місяць тому

      I pray for you dear sister. May yah heal you and be with you and your family. I'm praying for you ❤

    • @WomenLivingTorah
      @WomenLivingTorah  Місяць тому +1

      I would love to be included in your prayer list! Thank you!! ❤️ ❤️ ❤️

  • @WomenLivingTorah
    @WomenLivingTorah  Місяць тому +5

    Also- the light pink spot on my forehead in the video is what the spot looks like after the biopsy. I forgot to take a thumbnail picture and then started my treatment, which is the white tape in the thumbnail photo (first day of treatment pic). The spot is starting to open up- larger than it was as a little bump. And it does sting. 😓 But, the stinging means it’s working! 🙏

    • @vee9133
      @vee9133 Місяць тому

      Thank you for sharing your story. I was diagnosed with skin cancer two weeks ago. I had the procedure to remove it. It was something I couldn’t have thought was cancer. Mine was flesh colored and raised ever so slightly. Had it for eight years on my leg. It recently had started to change. Came back as cancer. What are you deciding to out on the area as it heals? I really would like to use my tallow balm but my dermatologist said to wait 30 days and use the antibiotic ointment.

    • @WomenLivingTorah
      @WomenLivingTorah  Місяць тому

      For the biopsy spot healing, I used petroleum jelly with a bandaid for the first two weeks to keep the area moist and prevent scarring as much as possible. I think it did a great job! The spot is just a little pink, as new skin is.
      I don’t usually recommend petroleum jelly- in fact, this was the first I’ve bought it. But I wanted a barrier that would sit on top of my skin & not soak in. Normally, I’d use beeswax with a little olive oil (like a salve without herbs), but I was out of beeswax to make it at the time. My skin salve that I use for most other things is antibacterial because of the herbs, and my dermatologist said that antibacterial can actually make scarring a little worse (even though it’s good for infection).
      After I finish the Curaderm treatment, I am planning (as of right now) to use a silicone gel or patch plus rose oil to help with scarring/diminishing pinkness in the new skin.
      Many blessings to you!!

  • @OilofJoy
    @OilofJoy Місяць тому +1

    I’m so glad you are sharing this. I’ve had it too and keep track of things. I hope more ladies keep track of their spots, tags and bumps. It’s nice to keep on top of them and it’s worth it.
    Yah bless! Praying treatments goes well. Please share what you can about it. There are so many treatments these days.

    • @WomenLivingTorah
      @WomenLivingTorah  Місяць тому

      Thank you for your encouragement!! I will update at some point during or after treatment. 😊

  • @jannette4079
    @jannette4079 Місяць тому +2

    I’m praying for you, Raquel. I pray peace, comfort, and total healing-without more physical procedures. And little to know pain with the cream/ointment you purchased. May your healing be quick! 🧡🤗🕊🙌🏻🧡

    • @WomenLivingTorah
      @WomenLivingTorah  Місяць тому +2

      Thank you so much!! I truly appreciate your prayers!!

  • @radiantchristina
    @radiantchristina Місяць тому +1

    Praying for your healing. I too went through skin cancer (also basil cell) and had to get 12 stiches on my face during mohs surgery. I was blessed to have a wonderful surgeon, and the scar is barely noticeable, and I am cancer free. Mine started as what looked like a pimple also. Thank you for talking about this on your channel. So many people won't get annual skin cancer checks which are very important.
    Recurrence IS common so it is important to have regular skin checks a couple times a year for several years.

    • @WomenLivingTorah
      @WomenLivingTorah  Місяць тому +1

      Thank you for sharing your experience! 😊 I think part of the reason why we don’t schedule skin checks is because it can feel embarrassing, thinking about someone looking over every inch of your skin- but my dermatologist was so friendly and literally talked the whole time. Haha 😆 It was also really fast! I imagined it would take a long time to look over a person’s whole body, thus extending the embarrassment, but it was maybe 5 minutes total. It was too fast to feel embarrassed, haha.

    • @vee9133
      @vee9133 Місяць тому

      Have you had any reassurances? I wonder what makes the increase for reassurance once it’s removed?

    • @radiantchristina
      @radiantchristina Місяць тому +1

      @@vee9133 I have had no recurrence. I did have to be monitored every three months for the first year then twice a year after that for another year. Its been a few years and nothing for me. i'm back to a once annual skin check. I've been lucky because the doctor did tell me recurrance is common. If you don't remove it you run the risk of the mohs surgery needing to go so deep that you need reconstructive surgery. they only had to go down one layer for surgery for me so the surgery was less invasive.

    • @radiantchristina
      @radiantchristina Місяць тому +1

      @@vee9133 also, the increased risk of recurrence does not have to do with it being removed, it is just by having basil cell carcinoma - that makes you more likely to get it again. (at least that is what the doctor told me)

    • @radiantchristina
      @radiantchristina Місяць тому

      @@WomenLivingTorah truth...not the most comfortable experience to have someone look you over like that lol. I have a female dermatologist which makes a huge difference for me. The person who did my mohs was male but it was on my face so no big deal , but the skin checks much better for a woman with female doc :)

  • @saramoulson7808
    @saramoulson7808 Місяць тому

    Praying for your healing Raquel 🙏 ❤

  • @thingsilearnedalongtheway
    @thingsilearnedalongtheway Місяць тому

    Praying for healing! 🙏🏻

  • @Samayaslight
    @Samayaslight Місяць тому +1

    Shalom Rachel. I just had skin cancer removed. I knew I had it for several years, but didn't have the finances or insurance to deal with it. I have an incision from the top to the bottom front of my shoulder. It started as a mole that started turning funky after a sunburn I got in Arizona when I had first moved there. Fortunately, Basal cell Carcinoma, not a melanoma. I pray for you to heal fast from your treatment!

    • @WomenLivingTorah
      @WomenLivingTorah  Місяць тому

      Wow! I’m so glad to hear that you’re cancer free, and I pray for your speedy healing! Thank you for your prayers! 🙏

  • @ambergibson9559
    @ambergibson9559 Місяць тому

    I'm praying for your full recovery to be quick!!!

  • @srmd86
    @srmd86 Місяць тому

    I’m praying for you ❤

  • @charleendubbs7265
    @charleendubbs7265 Місяць тому

    Praying for you

  • @victoriagarza8
    @victoriagarza8 Місяць тому +1

    Shalom Sis! I am praying for you and your family. I know Yahweh is in control of all of life's bumps and setbacks. I homeschool too. Homeschooling my last child and now my grandkids. So it's been so much fun and an experience for sure. Through trials, we learn what we are made of . And the Father had made us to be overcomers. So if it's the challenge of homeschooling or being a mama , or bigger things that we are met with we will overcome all with peace . He is our peace and strength. And that's awesome beyond words. I want chickens so badly. But we have an army of cats out here that I've seen stalk neighbors' chickens in the past. So I'm scared I may lose them. I'm thinking on ways to keep chickens safe . You look and seem so happy Sis!! You always seem to radiate the Father's strength. And you are such a role model to me. Thank you for that, and hugs to you!!🙂

    • @WomenLivingTorah
      @WomenLivingTorah  Місяць тому +1

      My comment didn’t go through. 😫 So I’ll write a briefer version. Haha
      Amen! I am so thankful YHVH is our peace!!! 🙌 I love that you are homeschooling your grandchildren in addition to your own!! I am sure they are SO blessed because of you & the wisdom you have!!! 💕
      We’ve had our own cats around our chickens, and we’ve also had a bunch of feral cats that would come around our chickens (to eat their food scraps.) It was never a problem, except when we had kittens and chicks! The kittens never killed the chicks, but only because we had them secured in a brooder with fencing on all sides and top. But the kittens would literally salivate, watching the chicks. Their eyes were staring intently, and they’d be in their little crouch position…. They would have definitely tried to catch the chicks, if they could have. Hopefully, you won’t have any issue with cats and chickens- or at least will be able to come up with a secure home for them!! 🤗

    • @victoriagarza8
      @victoriagarza8 Місяць тому +1

      @WomenLivingTorah I hope I can figure something out. Coyotes out here too. But I'm determined to have fresh eggs!! Lol Anyways, thank you for replying to me! See ya Sis!

    • @WomenLivingTorah
      @WomenLivingTorah  Місяць тому +1

      @@victoriagarza8 oh yeah, I understand that. I’m hoping all works out for you!! 😊

  • @elizabethmartineau-marshal341
    @elizabethmartineau-marshal341 Місяць тому

    I'm praying that you will heal & that the process will not be too painful - YAH be with you & your family.

  • @TXDHC
    @TXDHC Місяць тому

    My husband (78) has a very large (most of his scalp) basal cell and had 2 squamous cell on chin. He has been dealing with skin cancer for probably 30+yrs…the first was a MOHs surgery on his back, then multiple office removals mostly on torso. He’s been using Curaderm for 2 months now. BC I’m the one applying it 2x day, I’ve seen improvements on the area we first began treating. Be prepared for a great deal of pain. Maybe it’s because we’re dealing with such a large area but it brings him to tears. And don’t be surprised at the raw flesh surrounding the lesion. BTW we’re on our 4th tube. 😢 We’re also using Ivermectin cream on some other areas and CBD cream on some keratosis. The IVM is very impressive! May Yah bless your treatment and bring you divine healing. ❤️‍🩹

    • @WomenLivingTorah
      @WomenLivingTorah  Місяць тому +2

      Thank you for sharing! I will lift up your husband in prayer right now! 💕
      I’m on day 3 of treatment, and it is pretty painful for about the first 45minutes ish. The spot is starting to open up & is a little bit bigger today than it was yesterday- but overall, larger than the bump or even the biopsy spot ever were. I have faith that it’s working, though!! 🙏

    • @TXDHC
      @TXDHC Місяць тому +1

      @@WomenLivingTorah thank you 😌 it’s been quite difficult. I cry bc he’s crying. 😢 We will be praying for you as well. It does work. It just takes time. Cancer doesn’t grow overnight and it doesn’t heal overnight. Be blessed sweet sister.

    • @WomenLivingTorah
      @WomenLivingTorah  Місяць тому

      @TXDHC I am so sorry. 😢

    • @TXDHC
      @TXDHC Місяць тому

      Update! 😁 I am beyond thrilled 😭 the original area we started treating has grown new flesh! I’ll continue treating to see if it’s healed but that is absolutely GREAT news to report. First application was August 19, 2024. ❤️ When I treat my husband’s head, I lift you up! Hang in there! We’re having eggplant with our lunch today too! ❤️

    • @WomenLivingTorah
      @WomenLivingTorah  Місяць тому

      That’s wonderful news!!! 😁 I hope his skin continues to heal!! ❤️

  • @AmaniiRoy
    @AmaniiRoy Місяць тому +1

    I know your positive so I'm positive for you and your treatment! May Yah heal you in every way❤ Do you have a family history of cancer?
    Whoo hoo for the chickens & a good start to the homeschooling year!!
    My husband has moved to CA to work bc we were not making any head way with our savings here in NV, we are hoping to be reunited officially in the next year and a half. For now he visits once a month but we've slowly gotten used to it, still missing him though. It feels like that episode of little house when Charles goes off to work in the mines😢 We are also pregnant with #7, maybe #8 as well but I won't know for sure until mid Nov. School is great although I'm in basic school mode, so no history or science at this time, I enjoy history the most so it's a bummer but seasons change and we will get back to it.
    Prayers sister & big hugs

    • @WomenLivingTorah
      @WomenLivingTorah  Місяць тому +1

      Thank you so much for the prayers!! I’m not aware of anyone else in my family having skin cancer. They say BCC is related to skin damage and sun exposure as a child. I am fair skinned, and I do remember having a few sunburns that peeled on my forehead- but I wouldn’t say they ever blistered. I was raised mostly in public school, and our family didn’t usually take vacations or go swimming, etc, so I spent very little time outside in the sun as a kid/teen, honestly. 🤷‍♀️
      Wow!! I pray you guys are able to make some headway with your financial goals and be reunited for the long term. I’m sure everyone misses their papa. 😢 How are you hanging in there? Do you feel like it’s a lot to manage on your own, or are you into a routine and kind of ‘over planning’ so that things are running smoothly?
      Congratulations on your newest baby or babies!! 🤩 And we actually just got back into the extra subjects ourselves, so I certainly believe there’s nothing wrong with just the basics for a time (sometimes an extended time). Haha 💕

    • @AmaniiRoy
      @AmaniiRoy Місяць тому

      @@WomenLivingTorah Oh okay, I don't know anything about the science of cancer but I generally hear that a family history can be a determining factor. I need to check several moles.
      Yes we all are missing him but we are hanging in there. I definitely feel overwhelmed and drowning. To be honest the feeling is nothing new, I have never had much help other than my husband so it's hard but it's familiar. Some days are better than others.
      Thank you!! & Yes a basic school season is helpful when looking for ways to simplify life.

    • @WomenLivingTorah
      @WomenLivingTorah  Місяць тому +1

      I will definitely be keeping you lifted up in my prayers! It’s tough to have to do so much on your own, and exhausting when it’s not a short term thing. 🫂

    • @AmaniiRoy
      @AmaniiRoy Місяць тому

      @@WomenLivingTorah Thank you & same🩷

  • @gemma3944
    @gemma3944 Місяць тому

    Hey sis! I haven't listened to the full video yet, but I pray for you sis, my mum just had skin cancer treatment, and is at hime healing

    • @WomenLivingTorah
      @WomenLivingTorah  Місяць тому

      Thank you so much for the prayers, sister!! I will lift your mama up in prayer right now.

  • @patwilliamson4701
    @patwilliamson4701 Місяць тому

    We think you and your values are precious!

  • @wrennknits6048
    @wrennknits6048 Місяць тому

    I had 2 MOHS surgeries done on my face several years ago. One above my lip, which is still somewhat numb but not bad. The other was under my eye in the thin skin. I was the most worried about that one however it does not show a scar. He tried to angle it so that it would naturally blend into smile lines. Just letting you know in case you decide to do the MOHS. be blessed❤

    • @WomenLivingTorah
      @WomenLivingTorah  Місяць тому +1

      Thank you for sharing your experience! 🤗
      My dermatology office had scheduled me with a cosmetic surgeon for my MOHS surgery, which I thought was considerate of them. Another woman I know said MOHS left her without much of a nose, but after plastic surgery, I can’t even tell!!
      If the Curaderm works, I won’t need the MOHS. But if it doesn’t, I’ll definitely be rescheduling with the cosmetic surgeon! Haha

  • @ShepardfortheLord
    @ShepardfortheLord Місяць тому

    Praying for your health 🙏

  • @sallyj9755
    @sallyj9755 Місяць тому

    Shalom Rachel, when I was diagnosed with the same cancer as you, I was advised by a nurse about putting on sunscreen. Even on a cloudy day - put on at least factor 15 and increase up to 50 when the sun comes out. Hope this helps. Sally

    • @WomenLivingTorah
      @WomenLivingTorah  Місяць тому

      Thank you! 😊

    • @vee9133
      @vee9133 Місяць тому

      Look into just covering your skin and wearing a hat. There are many studies that show the chemical reaction of the sunscreens and the sun is not good for the skin.

  • @vee9133
    @vee9133 Місяць тому

    How is your treatment going? Would you be willing to share the photos and progress as your cancer heals? I am interested in getting that cream you mention but have yet to research it.

    • @WomenLivingTorah
      @WomenLivingTorah  Місяць тому +1

      So far, it’s all going as expected! The hole in my forehead is getting larger and deeper. 😬 It does sting/hurt/burn for the first 45minutes ish.
      I may give an update video after it’s all done, and I am taking pictures once every morning that I can share in that video. In the meantime, I did share a blog post with lots of links. Some of those links are clinical trials with pictures. Some are links to videos of people’s progression using it. 😊

  • @LivForYahuah
    @LivForYahuah Місяць тому

    May Yah provide you with His perfect healing and guide you to all that is of Him. Remember to constantly ask of Him what you should do ❤

  • @natlim6709
    @natlim6709 Місяць тому

    Hugs and prayers 🙏🏼 Raquel

  • @vee9133
    @vee9133 Місяць тому

    Are you going to do the procedure to have it removed by the dermatologist? I would encourage you to do that- having my Basel cell carcinoma removed two weeks ago off my leg. See if they can just cut that area off and the surrounding tissue and send it off for biopsy to check all margins to make sure they got it off. I’ll keep you in my prayers. I posted another comment before this one under the comment you pinned at the top. ❤

    • @WomenLivingTorah
      @WomenLivingTorah  Місяць тому +1

      They did remove the spot & checked the margins. They did not get it all from that procedure, so they scheduled me for MOHS surgery.
      I am currently doing the Curaderm treatment, and the spot has opened up as a wound. It’s already larger than the bump or biopsy spot initially were, and I can see other areas a little further away that are starting to become open. It’s really interesting to see because I’m able to ‘see’ where the cancer is, exactly, by what areas are opening up! 😮

    • @vee9133
      @vee9133 Місяць тому

      @@WomenLivingTorah​​⁠I would appreciate it if you don’t mind keeping us updated on it. My sister who is in her early 40s had the Basel cell on her nose and had the MOH surgery. I am 38. The Basel cell started after I had my now 8 year old. It cell was cut out (2 weeks ago) after the biopsy came back positive but they didn’t send the final tissues they removed for biopsy to check margins - which kinda makes me nervous but I had been in prayer that the Father would give my doctor wisdom with what procedure to do for my skin cancer. I rest in that peace. Praying for complete healing for you in the way you have chosen to go about your treatment. ❤

    • @WomenLivingTorah
      @WomenLivingTorah  Місяць тому +1

      I will keep you guys updated. I’m sure you are in good hands- first and foremost, the Father’s hands & secondly, in the doctor’s hands He gave the wisdom to. 💕

    • @vee9133
      @vee9133 Місяць тому

      @@WomenLivingTorah thank you ♥️

    • @TXDHC
      @TXDHC Місяць тому

      @@WomenLivingTorahthis was our experience as well. Once we started the Curaderm, it’s as if other cancer cells waved at me…over here! It just takes time but has proven to work! Hang in there!

  • @VlahovicMaja
    @VlahovicMaja Місяць тому

    Sister, have you heard about dry fasting and benefits of it, could help you. Also if you have elders let tem anoit you with oil and pray for you. I will certanly pray for your healing. Blessings to you and your family

    • @WomenLivingTorah
      @WomenLivingTorah  Місяць тому

      Thank you so much!! 💕

    • @VlahovicMaja
      @VlahovicMaja Місяць тому

      @WomenLivingTorah Hey! Brother Tom Martincic have 12 part study What the Scriptures really teach about health maybe it could help... blessings ♡

    • @WomenLivingTorah
      @WomenLivingTorah  Місяць тому

      Thank you. 😊