What It's Like Going Through Chemotherapy: Three Rounds Down!
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- Опубліковано 1 жов 2022
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A lot of people ask me how I’m doing. It’s hard to answer that question, especially now that I am going through chemotherapy. There are so many ups and downs.
I’ve had three rounds of chemo now, and I have three more rounds to go. It feels weird to be halfway through, but it also feels like I’m not REALLY halfway through anything at all. We don’t know what lies next. Heck, at this point, we don’t even know if the chemo is working.
So yes, I’m halfway through the six chemotherapy sessions we have planned, but there’s still a LONG road ahead.
Every three weeks, I get a three hour infusion of Paclitaxel and 30 minutes of Carboplatin. The process takes about five to six hours altogether. Honestly, the infusion itself isn’t the part I dread. It’s the days after, as the fatigue and achiness take over my body, that I can never seem to prepare myself for.
For today’s video, I wanted to share with you the process of going through chemo. It’s usually not a super dramatic process for me… I go in, get my blood checked, meet with the doctors, get my infusion, go home… and wait for the side effects to kick in. I try to enjoy any small moments I can before I just don’t feel like doing anything at all.
It feels like a slow, but steady, weakening washing over my entire body. I usually hit a pretty low point mentally just before it starts to lift ever so slightly and the fog begins to clear.
There are many more things I could share about chemotherapy. The video is just a small glimpse, but hopefully it gives you some idea of what I’m going through. As always, let us know if you have questions, and I’ll try to answer them in a future video.
Thank you for the continued encouragement as I face this fight. I may not be able to respond to everyone or read every message, but it does help on those low days to know I’m not doing this alone. ❤️
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A lot of people ask me how I’m doing. It’s hard to answer that question, especially now that I am going through chemotherapy. There are so many ups and downs.
I’ve had three rounds of chemo now, and I have three more rounds to go. It feels weird to be halfway through, but it also feels like I’m not REALLY halfway through anything at all. We don’t know what lies next. Heck, at this point, we don’t even know if the chemo is working.
So yes, I’m halfway through the six chemotherapy sessions we have planned, but there’s still a LONG road ahead.
Every three weeks, I get a three hour infusion of Paclitaxel and 30 minutes of Carboplatin. The process takes about five to six hours altogether. Honestly, the infusion itself isn’t the part I dread. It’s the days after, as the fatigue and achiness take over my body, that I can never seem to prepare myself for.
For today’s video, I wanted to share with you the process of going through chemo. It’s usually not a super dramatic process for me… I go in, get my blood checked, meet with the doctors, get my infusion, go home… and wait for the side effects to kick in. I try to enjoy any small moments I can before I just don’t feel like doing anything at all.
It feels like a slow, but steady, weakening washing over my entire body. I usually hit a pretty low point mentally just before it starts to lift ever so slightly and the fog begins to clear.
There are many more things I could share about chemotherapy. The video is just a small glimpse, but hopefully it gives you some idea of what I’m going through. As always, let us know if you have questions, and I’ll try to answer them in a future video.
Thank you for the continued encouragement as I face this fight. I may not be able to respond to everyone or read every message, but it does help on those low days to know I’m not doing this alone. ❤
Continuing to send good thoughts for you and Brian. Healing prayers 🙏🙏🙏
Thank you for sharing this! I wonder what they do with folks like myself who are allergic to the cold. Do they get just an ice pack covered in towels so they feel a slight cooling effect? Or just pump them full of benadryl the entire time?
Continuing sending thoughts and prayers🙏🙏
I had cancer in 2002. I had non-hormonal breast cancer. I had a bilateral mastectomy one side was a regular mastectomy the other side was the radical mastectomy. I went through six months of chemo. I'm doing fine. Chemo was no fun but I made it. 20 years cancer free. I am thankful and grateful everyday I wake up. Good luck to you.
So encouraging to hear your cancer free
That is so awesome! Did you make any life style changes? Like exercise everyday or change your diet? I was diagnosed with breast cancer in May. I just completed chemo and am now awaiting bilateral mastectomy surgery in December.
I’ve been through 6 months of chemo. It’s hard , but worth the fight. May the good Lord be with you. Mine was in 1991. I don’t know what your faith journey has been, but I promise you, if you give Jesus a chance, he will fill all those empty places. Much love and empathy.
Well said.
When I did Chemo 7 years ago, keeping busy helped alot. Reading and helping others even just listening to some of the people around me in the chemo room. All this kept me away from the stinking thinking and on a more positive track. In the end giving all my woes over to God, who I believe is in control of it all anyway, I just kept my eye on the Sparrow, knowing God brings all things, yes ALL things to good to those who love him. Even if it doesn't look like the world's idea of good, God said we are not of this world because we have this faithfilled way of trusting in Him.
Love and a hug to you both!!
Read the bible about how healings came about, it's facinating
My surgeon asked me to describe chemo to him. I remember saying, "It is like falling down a long hole and having to claw your way back up each time. You get to the top and then its time for another round." Blessings to you. Crying gets rid of spent cancer cells. That is my view!!
Hey Jessica!! I'm a cancer survivor as well. I had colon cancer back in 2020, and after surgery I underwent 12 rounds of chemotherapy. It's true that we "forget" how awful chemo is and how it makes us feel. Everything you've described brought me right back. We're waiting for you to join the post-chemo club! You're gonna look back at this time and think *I DID THAT!!!* Sending you hugs for the bad days
Which stage?
I beat stage 4 throat cancer ! I pray for strength and peace for you as you fight this battle! God bless you!!
God bless
As a survivor I can promise you... everything you are feeling is normal and it WILL get better. I did 8 cycles. My last one was in March. It felt like if the cancer didn't kill me then the chemo would. It's so hard to see it right now but you will get through this. Your mind, body, and soul is on a journey of its own to heal and protect. You will be amazed at what you can endure when this is over. Life is so fragile yet we are so incredibly strong. Be brave. Feel your emotions, don't ignore them. Let your body do what it needs to do. It's going to be awful but I, and everyone else who has survived, can promise you... you WILL be you again. There is a method to the chemo chaos. Just hold on. You're halfway there.
Really powerful words, thank you!
Survivor here as well. You are so right! It’s a journey like no other!
My final chemo today, will be ringing that bell. Stay strong and you be done !
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I've recently finished my 6 chemo treatments and something you said was so important. If you feel something weird let them know. During my 1st treatment with Taxol I had a serious allergic reaction. 10 minutes in I got a pain shoot right up my spine so bad it took my breath away. They stopped the drip and gave me more allergy meds and started again. Another few minutes in I was on the phone to my husband (he wasn't allowed into the hospital due to Covid rules) and I all of the sudden couldn't breath. They stopped treatment again and put me on oxygen and upped the anti-allergy meds again and continued the treatment. Later that night the hives started. I went to the ER but nobody knew what was causing the hives. You could actually see the hives forming all over my body and then the swelling. They sent me home with more anti-allergy meds. Less than 12 hours later I was rush by ambulance to the hospital in heart failure, swollen all over and covered in hives. I was in the hospital for 5 days until I (with way too much time on my hands to research found the problem). Apparently, there is something in Taxol that some people can be allergic to that is rare. The one thing that can save my life I'm allergic to. Anyway, they changed my chemo and I finished out my treatments. I'm now on chemo pills and am in remission. Best of luck for your treatments.
Jessica, i'm right there with you. Three rounds of chemo done. Stage 3 breast cancer. We will kick cancer's butt!
I'm 16 months into remission from metastatic colon cancer. It was hard watching this. I went through 17 chemo cycles total and it's really really hard to forget. The crash after chemo is rough but so are the sleepless nights of thinking. The ups and downs are so hard on top of the physical challenges. Hang in there and talk to your doctor about the depression.
Jessica, you are doing such a selfless service sharing your experience with others. Keep up the good fight. It will get better. You and Brian are in my prayers.
Dearest Jessica. There are many C survivors in my family. It is the toughest fight, but the reward is more life. Keep fighting and praying dear. You will conquer this.
During 6 rounds of chemo, things I found helped me were: chicken broth, pretzels, saltines, puddings (mouth sores).
What I wasn't reminded about was mouth hygiene. You are more prone to cavities (dry mouth) and I had to have a lot of dental work after. I wish I would have known that ahead of time. Also, it is possible you can get dizzy. Hang on tight to stair railings,
steps etc. to watch your balance. You're a CHAMP ... hang in there sweetie!!
Jessica, I haven't had cancer or gone through chemotherapy, but I can certainly identify with your feelings (I was severely injured). I experienced many of the same feelings you describe. Know that others have gone through similar emotions and understand where you're coming from. You're right--be kind to yourself (I wish I was kinder to myself when I was going through all that) and rely on Brian, your puppies, your parents, your friends, and this community to help support you, especially when your emotions are so low and you're so emotionally vulnerable. You are loved and we are all here for you.
In 2012 I was diagnosed with stage 3/4 Ovarian Cancer and was on chemo until Sept. 2018. I was diagnosed with Breast cancer in 2016 the chemo for the 2 cancers was about the same. Then in Sept 2018 I was diagnosed with anal cancer which was actually a life saver after 33 rounds of radiation it also killed the test of the Ovarian Cancer so today I am cancer free at the age of 69. I had DNA testing and I carry the defective Braca 1 gene and I am the last living female on my Mother's side of the family who has lived thru the Breast Cancer. The chemo can be a real witch but we women can take what it gives out. We just have to know. That it is worth the fight. I worked full time thru all of this til I was 65 and finally retired. We just have to keep fighting.
My daughter had her 1st chemo the other day and had all the same medications as you and she was soooooo loopy from the benadryl it was nuts! She was also given two anti nausea pills to take at home for the two days after chemo, so far so good. She had a total hysterectomy with the omentum removed along with some spots taken from her liver and diaphragm. She will have a biopsy done ❤of both breasts on Monday, crossing our fingers they find nothing there. So we are just a few chemos behind you. You are a champ and doing awesome, Kick that cancer girl, you got this! I feel for your hubby with the chair situation, I to sat in a very uncomfortable chair for the six hours the chemo took. Seriously thinking about bringing a chair pad for the next one. I am sure my tailbone would appreciate it lol. They gave us a list for the up coming appointments, Amazing what you have to endure to get through all of them, so many back to back appointments.
My husband went through many rounds of chemo. He would focus on how it was fighting the cancer, giving him better days in the future. A few months after 6 rounds of chemo, we went on a hiking trip in France and Spain once he got his strength back. There are better days ahead. Drinking lots and lots of water (way more than you think) the days around chemo may help. Ice chips while the chemo is going on, the cup of ice chips is like ice packs.
Dear Jessica,
Been through three years of treatments before a successful treatment three years ago. I’ve experienced everything you’re going through. My heart reaches out to you and to your heart. Thank you for sharing your journey and helping so many others. Many prayers to you! ❤ Keep up your spirit and don’t let any doubt creep in! You can see do this!
My aunt had around 22 rounds of chemo. She was diagnosed with breast cancer at 42 even tho she was getting yearly mammograms the mammogram did not pick it up they told her that her breast tissue was to dense & she's should of been having a type of digital scan. So she did not find it until it was large enough for her to feel and see. I just watched your other video where you discussed how Pap smears & ovarian cancer. So I wanted to say to every woman reading this - get to know your body & how it feels, be an advocate for your own health. Took me 6months of crying to the doc that something wasn't right before I was diagnosed with cancer. Never put it off because you think it's nothing! If one doc won't listen find one that will. We know our bodies & we know when something isn't right . If you don't know your body get to know it because that could save your own life.
Little did I know that watching your journey and feeling g sad for you that I would be ex with st.3c aggressive endometrial cancer. I had 4 rounds 2 to go plus 3 radiation then immunotherapy. I am almost 83, never expected this but God is with me He is with you too.
I know this is an older video and so much has changed in your life for the good. Bless you both.❤
Ah, prayers for you, Dear One. I am one month post chemo, 2 weeks post surgery, and everything you're feeling is spot-on and understandable. I felt lots of that too. The long nights of lying in bed waiting until sleep or the day comes are hard--I wondered about the same kinds of things during those times. I also found it very difficult to describe to others. It's a solitary experience in many ways even if you're surrounded by lots of people who love you. Hang in there, Friend. You are over halfway through. God bless. 💕
I’m on the second round of chemo
After round 1 they paused round2 for a week
Now after round 2 they paused it again for round 3 all due to low white blood cell count
Chemo makes you feel like sh#t the nausea is bad but after like 4 days it goes away
Please anyone reading this hang in there
There hope and good luck to everyone
I notice when I don’t feel good I start thinking negative…and on days I feel good
I think positive and I’m going to feel better and beat cancer…but hours awake at night my mind wonders into the negative I hate that…thank you for sharing it helps me see someone going thru the same bullsh#t
Stay strong everyone there is hope
I want to say how much I respect and admire you for sharing your cancer and chemo experience with us. It is raw and honest. Sending rainbows of positivity.
Dearest Jessica:,You are such an inspiration on so many levels. Putting all this out there in such an articulate and honest manner cannot be easy, but I trust you are and will be helping so many others who are/will be facing this journey. Thanks for all you and Brian do AND also a special Shout Out to your amazing husband Brian, a super mensch (as we say in my faith community) and videographer/producer extraordinaire.
I love your ice gloves. I just got several ice gloves and ice boots to wear for my chemo that I’m going to start on Friday. I’m gonna wheel it all in an a rolling ice chest. Hoping it keeps Neuropathy away.
I just had my second chemo a week ago today and your right the second one hit hard. I hope I do as well as your doing on my third. We are also doing the same kind of chemo taxol and carbo. I am also receiving Astivin a monoclonal. You are my inspiration (no pressure) haha. I haven’t had a problem with nausea much just a little. I do have some neuropathy in my hands n feet I tried the frozen gloves but that seem to hurt worse. Had a blood draw today numbers seem good. Stay strong sister. Love ya
I'm a nurse and I've had many surgical patients with nausea and (believe it or not) sniffing alcohol pads is very helpful for them. It's easy enough for you to try. You have a wonderful attitude and I'm certain your clean diet will help tremendously! Best wishes!!
I have a friend who went through chemo and she said a puff of pot totally eased the knot in her stomach. This is an older woman who doesn’t smoke pot but she tried everything to ease the nausea. Medical marijuana is legal but not certain about your state. Sending positive vibes and just do what you are doing, feeling the feels and being easy on yourself. Much love to you both.
Oh, interesting about the ice packs. My husband had a couple of the "platin" chemos when he had cancer a dozen years ago, and they did cause permanent neuropathy. The neuropathy is especially bad in his feet--although he does have a touch in his hands too--makes him into a "butterfingers". But despite this, TODAY my 74-year old husband offered to do something that he has never done before--paint my toenails!!! How could I have been married to this man for 55 years and never know he had this hidden skill! He did a surprisingly good job too! Hope you are able to keep the nausea away--thats the worst! It seems to magnify every other problem. Really hoping the next couple weeks provides some breathing room for you both to find joy in your days. And I'm sure your two little pups wil do their parts to make you happy! ❤
My son refers to my rehashing the past “what ifs” as “sunk cost” so when I start dwelling on it he says”sunk cost” to redirect on things to look forward to.. it helps me and I thought I’d share this as maybe it might help you too when you have days like that. Sending virtual hugs. You CAN do this!
That’s so funny to me because I explained the sunk cost fallacy (I love fallacies, there are so many!) to my son… it’s great you have yours to remind you of the futility of dwelling. Great kid!
Lets face it Jessica - it's a bunch of crap. Sometimes we just need to tell it how it is. All of your feelings are completely valid. I went through breast cancer myself and can identify with how you feel. Sending love and prayers your way - stay strong ❤
You will feel differently after chemo is all over. After listening to you, I went back to my journal (which I started keeping midway through my chemo journey. As I read I realized I hardly remember exactly how bad it was. Each chemo treatment caused me more fatigue and more aches and pains as I went along. Yes chemo is a roller coaster. It is boring while you are getting infusions, so I would sleep (thanks to the benedryl), and then I would read a book. I love to read, so that helped. But it had to be light reading--I couldn't handle anything heavy that would help one think. I am praying for you and know that you are tough and that you'll make it through. There will be an end. I've been in remission for ten years. My cancer was Non-Hodgkins Lymphoma.
Jessica, cancer SUCKS big time…period! I saw what my poor, wonderful husband went through when he had chemo and it was a roller coaster ride. It killed me that there was nothing I could do to ease his pain and discomfort that he was going through. But he was a fighter and made it through the chemo which such strength and grace. Sending you and Brian love and prayers for full recovery. May the good Lord bless you both. ❤️🙏
On the same regimen of drugs every 3 weeks for endometrial cancer. Had round 4 on 9/21. I think you’re right when you say to be kind to yourself. Chemo brain has been upsetting. I’m still working at my job the days I feel able. I’m feeling all the feels too. Hang in there Jessica, you have many battle buddies rooting for you.
Praying for you, Valerie. Sending love and support your way. 💗🫂💗
We are all in your corner. 💪
@@fareebug8439 thank you
I wonder if on the days you are having the sadness if watching or listening to things that make you laugh would help. Thank you for sharing your journey. I continue to pray that you will be in remission soon and you can get back to life as you knew it.
I have a sign on the wall of my washroom the says "Be kind and gentle to your heart." It seems so obvious but most of us need that reminder, especially during difficult times. Thanks for being so open and honest Jessica. I wish you light and laughter during your times of darkness, comfort during times of loneliness, peace during times of worry, and good health soon and for always. 🙏 (Ps- steroids, like dex, can mess with your mood; it's worse for some people than it is for others. I hope that is something your healthcare team monitors.)
i'm getting tested for cancer right now. i don't wanna do chemo if i have it... ugh. it seems worse than the cancer as far as symptoms go. bless you all and be like a lion!💙 prayers for everyone, thank you dearly for sharing this. i pray you're healed forever
I'm glad chemo isn't making you puking sick, just really fatigued. I went through six rounds of chemo for Stage 3C breast cancer in late 2009, and that's what it did to me ... reason being my blood count plummeted. I ended up having to have a transfusion. I hope it doesn't come to that for you!
Your dogs are precious! My parents have had a few Spitz, which made me fall in LOVE with them, so I especially gasped when I saw Scout.
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I wore seabands when I was pregnant. They definitely helped me with morning sickness.
You’re brave. I went through 6 months of cancer treatments before I posted anything on FB. And then it was a picture of me with some of my family. I didn’t want to discuss it. I’m really impressed with how open you are. I’m still getting targeted treatments every 3 weeks. It’s given just like regular chemo except not so many side affects and therefore, not so many premeds. Because I had several allergic reactions, I get my treatment slower and I still receive Benadryl before. Thank goodness the regular chemo is finished. It didn’t look to me like you have a port. I’m so glad I have one. I numb it before treatment. It is all below the skin and then they just poke a needle through the skin. It’s so much easier than an IV. I’ll be receiving chemo treatments every 3 weeks for a little over a year. I’ve just reached the halfway point. Thanks for posting your journey. You get so many comments you probably won’t even read this. If you do, my thoughts and prayers are with you.
Dear Jessica ,thank you for sharing your cancer treatments with us. It is sad for me to watch you. My daughter will be going on this journey soon. She has stage 3 Anal cancer. Her treatment plan is intensive chemo and radiation. It helps a little to know she isn't alone in this. You are an inspiration and seem like a strong person. I wish you total recovery of this insidious disease. God bless you! ❤
Many prayers for your daughter. 🙏🙏🙏❤️
@@Anastashya Thank you dear. ❤
I feel you. I had open heart surgery 3 years ago . Nearly the whole year was about Dr. Appointments, surgery ,recovery , pain , nausea Complications etc . In the moment I thought I’d always be like that. I’m not . I’m working and I’m doing exercise videos and I’m living a normal life . Can it happen again . Yes and from what I see with other people it often does. I’m just trying to stay in the moment . I’m saying prayers for you and Brian . God has a plan . ❤
You don't look like an alien, you look absolutely beautiful, with hair or without. Besides the chemo, I hope you are feeling strong. Praying constantly.
Nothing but prayers sent your way! You are so ridiculously strong.
Watching you try to explain chemo and then giving up on a description, put years in my eyes.
2005 I did 8 rounds of chemo. You summed up chemo perfectly! You hit the mail on the head with your Sigh. You’ll probably also sigh 20 years from now when trying to explain chemo.
Im praying for you and Brian as you move through this phase towards wellness!!!
I went through 6 months of aggressive chemo therapy including “the reed devil. I lost my eye lashes and eyebrows along with all my body hair. I did great and worked every day. The “red devil” was rough. I also had radiation and was burned like BBQ meat but survived it all. Stay strong Jessica.
Lavender makes me feel sick, but all of the mints helped They nurses had me sniffing them after surgery and it helped so much. Peppermint was my favourite, but they all helped immensely. Praying for you both. 💙💙
Medical marijuana tincture helped me with nausea. Drops under my tongue. Helped with body aches and helped me sleep.
Hello, I just found your channel the other day when I was looking for a way to cook my butternut squash that I grew. And then I saw that you got the cancer diagnosis. I watched today again & my heart aches for you. I’m so sorry; you are so strong & such an inspiration. Thank you for sharing your journey. I send hugs & prayers your way.💕🙏🏼
I recently thought to write a note of thanks to the developer of the chemotherapy that I had in 2007. Unfortunately, one of the doctors has died but one is alive and sent me a kind response. Somehow when I had cancer, I wasn't clear on the fact that if I had gotten the same cancer (hairy cell leukemia) before the chemo was developed in the 1980's, I would have had a life expectancy of 4 years. Instead, I'm healthy as a horse 16 years later. Also, the doctor who died was born in the 1920's as a German Jew. His family managed to get to the US in 1936, where he went on to develop my chemo drug, cladribine. It's a miracle that I'm here, and I try to remember to be grateful everyday. Cancer is quite a learning experience, but I would never wish it on anyone! Hang in there, Jessica!
My son survived Acute Lymphoblastic Leukemia and the feelings of hopelessness will pass. I used to be angry that he was sick while everyone else was just living their normal lives. The worry and stress caused me a lot if physical ailments. The best thing you can do is try to enjoy the little things along the journey. Remind yourself that you are gaining strength and experience through this. I will send all the positive thoughts I can.
I'm starting the same meds on Tuesday. Thanks for sharing your journey. 💜
💕🙏🌟 you’re doing a great service sharing your ups & downs. It’s dispelling fear to know the real details instead of vague imaginings. As a depression sufferer I can assure you that “what’s the point?” Feeling is depression at its core. And I’ve learned that I don’t have to believe or listen to that voice. It’s just the depression talking, and it’s a liar. Saul on you brave and brilliant woman.
After chemo i had surgery (partial mastectomy) and then 25 sessions of radiation, the latter i found additionally challenging because of some “sunburn” but the fatigue that no amount of rest would slleviate. I still feel fatigue-not nearly as badly as before but its a long term thing as well as the aches from the irradiated muscles and tissue. It has forced me to listen to my body more and just slow down. I refer to my experiences as my year(s) of living dangerously. My husband was physically there for me but couldn’t begin to comprehend the depth of feelings good and bad so it becomes a journey of self. Your ideas of puppies and music and personal things to cheer you are good ideas.
Jessica, give yourself permission to cry, you are fighting a battle. I was diagnosed with Breast cancer in July, and I’m old enough to be your mom. You will beat this, just keep fighting, and it’s okay to have bad days. It’s nothing you did! 🙏🏻🙏🏻🙏🏻🙏🏻❤
I had leukeamia and lymphoma 2 years ago(Im greedy I guess, and couldnt just get one), and I went through 8 rounds of chemo, plus injections that my husband had to give me to counteract some of the side effects.....I hope that your journey is an easy one, and that your days ahead are positive and bright...you are brave, and strong, and you can do hard things....bless you dear lady, sending healing hugs and prayers to you
Thanks on behalf of everyone else who is or has went through a similar situation. Jessica is such a beautiful encouragement & inspiration to all your subscribers, family & friends and we all love 💕 you for that.
I love Oliver and I see dear Peef & friend in the distance. Just so you know, you have the most beautiful blue eyes and I’m so proud that you’re brave enough to share this journey with all of us. You’re changing the lives of people that you’ll probably never meet in person. You’re making a difference! Sweet girl, you are SO LOVED!!!
I'm so glad that you have Scout and Oliver. Fur babies can be a fantastic tonic. Take Care. ❤️
Chemo is definitely a roller coaster ride. I continue to pray for you and Brian and all of your family. Jessica, you are beautiful and strong. Thank you for sharing your journey. If you think of it, say a prayer for my daughter, Erin. She has a PET scan on Tuesday. Love you both
🙏 for Erin.
@Belinda Knowles, I’ll be saying a prayer for your daughter Erin, God bless her. 🙏
@@marilenaamarelo2593 thank you so much❤️
@@carolinagurl22 thank you so much❤️
I completely understand what you are saying. I have 2 terminal diseases, diffuse systemic scleroderma and multiple myeloma. There are those days that we are challenged with our emotions. You are doing great to work through all of this. Positive energy coming your way. I was a licensed medical massage practitioner for 20 yrs and using ginger, peppermint etc are usually helpful. When you are sniffing the synergy go left/right, right/left under your nose this allows your senses to be stimulated and get the best bang for the buck. The scleroderma has no chemo or other modalities to stop its progression. We take meds that organ transplant patients take this slows the progression down but there is nothing to get rid of it. I declined treatment for the bone marrow, kidney ca, (multiple myeloma) because this would make my sclero go nuts and I don't wish to be that sick. Your choice with your ca is good and fingers crossed for you all will go positively, and you will have a long wonderful life! Thank you for taking the time to share your journey this will help many others!
I stumbled upon your vlog a few months ago and I’m so glad I did. I haven’t commented yet, but just wanted to say that friends and relatives have told me that with each round of chemo, you get better at managing it. You learn what works and what doesn’t, and after a bit of trial and error you can head off most of the side effects before they begin. It might feel like the chemo’s not working, but it’s more likely that you’re simply learning how to manage it better.
You’re doing so well! Hang in there.
I love your updates .. and you are NOT ugly .. geez! 💜💜💜💜💜
Prayers!!!
I am a teal sister. Chemo does suck! But… eight years down the road I am still NDE. So hang in there sister! You will be in my thoughts and prayers as you face this. So many moments while watching your story I’m like yeah…. I remember. But you got this girl, I know it!❤ BTW, you have a Great husband there!
So sorry to hear what a rough week it has been, Jessica. Just allow yourself to feel all the feels. You are incredibly gifted at communicating what you are going through: one day you will be able to look back and marvel at all you went through and know that it was all worth it. Sending love and strength to you and your wonderful husband
This road is hard. Undoubtedly the hardest you will encounter. Do try and meet with a therapist or join a support group. You have us and obviously your family but a specific group or therapist will help you to talk through your feelings. Mental health and physical health go hand in hand and it’s important to treat both. Sending you much love and hugs, Jess! And yes, be kind to yourself. ❤❤❤
Thank you for sharing your journey.
My prayers are with you!!! ❤
Hi Jessica, it’s not a fun journey but I am grateful I went through it and am on the other side. There was a point I told my family I didn’t want to continue the Chemo, they talked me into finishing the treatments, I’m glad I did and if I have Togo through it again I would do it. I see you have what looks like the cool mitts on your hands to help prevent hair loss and neuropathy. You just answered my question. I couldn’t stand having them on because it just made me too cold so I opted not to wear them. I did have neuropathy but it wasn’t bad and mostly went away and after three years post chemo and radiation I feel good with little side affects. I had a lot of chemo brain that has mostly cleared up too. One good thing from chemo is, I have not had to shave under my arms, the hair never came back there. Hang in there both of you, some day you will look back on this and be grateful you are cancer free.😘
Hi! Please know you are in my prayers everyday. I'm so sorry you have to go through this. Thank you for being here and sharing your journey, for being so transparent in all the aspects of your journey. It is helping me understand so much. There are 9 family members with myself included. 7 of those 9 have cancer diagnosis of various kind. Myself and my little brother do not. An older brother was diagnosed at the end of August with esophageal cancer and is gearing up for his next round of chemo in a few days. The things you have shared have really enlightened me as to things that my family members may be going through or have gone through. I'm gaining insights as to what I may be able to do to help them thanks to you. I pray for strength and endurance as you meet each challenges along the way. I look forward to seeing you reach the end of your treatment phase and seeing you healthy again. You rock and I'm so thankful to have found you. Much love to you. 🌷
Prayers and hugs for both of you ❤️
Sending love and praying for you and Brian.
Prayers and hugs 🤗
Sending love to you both💚
Prayers for you & Brian, Jessica ❤
Praying, praying sweet Jessica!
Thank you for sharing your journey. We are all rooting for you!
Sending you love Jessica.❤
A beautiful video. Felt your journey through you. 🙏🏻💕
You are so very strong!
Praying for you Jessica. ❤
🤗 Stay Strong! 🙏 Prayers are with you
Sending you warm hugs and strength fir getting through the fatigue. Good for you for taking time to sight see!
Sending prayers for you, Jessica! 🙏
Have been waiting for this to see how you're doing, thanks for the update!
Sending lots of love!
stay strong, thanks for sharing, love you
Prayers for you and family gby ❤️
Thank you for sharing your story. We are now starting the same journey and appreciate the light you have brought specially about the ice pack on your hands and feet.
I’m so sorry you have to go thru this 😢. Sending prayers and hugs
thank you so much for sharing this with us! it is sometimes just good to cry! our thoughts are with you both! ❤️❤️
I’m so sorry you have to go through this - and I’m so grateful that you have access to great care.
I have so much admiration for what you're sharing as it will help so many other people who'll be going through similar. Much love to you for a happy outcome. Stay positive.
Wish you lots of health, Jessica. 🤗
Jessica you are amazing. Prayers to you and Brian. You got this. Your so brave.
Sending you big hugs Jessica! You truly are such an inspiration! These videos will help anyone going through these tough days during treatments tremendously. Thank you for being brave enough to share your experience! 💕💕💕
Keep strong Jessica, sending love and hugs to you all xx
The fact that you put this together to share with us while going through a very personal and traumatic experience is a testament to how awesome you are. ABSOLUTELY - be kind. Give yourself grace.. It applies here, during your cancer experience, but it's applicable for every other facet of life. I hope that you have smoother sailing to come. I apologize for asking if you've already shared, but how often do you have chemotherapy? Do you take any other chemo pills?
Love to you guys.
You are eloquent in expressing yourself. So grateful ❤️