12 THINGS I WISH I KNEW BEFORE STARTING CHEMO | Chemo tips; My 2nd Cancer Journey

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[@MarinaBlackford]

Thank you for watching! *Click here for products that can help with your cancer journey: www.amazon.com/shop/marinablackford

[@annarem4197]

I have not had chemo but I am diabetic and have neuropathy. I found Thc lotion really helps to almost eliminate my neuropathy but If I miss a few days it comes right back.

[@JCResDoc94]

2:00 thx, gr8 vid! \^_^/! have you eva seen cold cap work? i only just heard of it YESTERDAy on a tiktok. after nearly 7yr working in a hospital: had never heard of it. we arent taught enough pt focused biz. i find that a lot. _JC

[@jagdishmehta3086]

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[@mharizgalang6112]

Hi Marina, so grateful I’ve found ur video in YT am just recently diagnosed wd BC S2 and I experienced almost everything u’v felt after chemo. My hair is starting to fall upon writing, I’m a bit scared of it, coz all this time I dnt want to think about it but when I see some hair falls, it slowly sinking in my mind that this is it, I have cancer. Watching ur video inspires me to live and calm myself knowing in the comment section that I’m not alone. Searching for some of your videos which I think might help me in my journey. God Bless Us all who are fighting wd this Big C. Sending hugs 🤗🥰

[@carolynbaket8339]

I have breast cancer I am so sick. Lost hair

[@rachelm8192]

Hi everyone had cancer 3 years ago. Now am free of cancer. God bless everybody here. Never stop fighting

[@MarinaBlackford]

Amen! Be well! 🙏🏼

[@bravey456]

🙏🏿🙏🏿🙏🏿

[@usmantahir2659]

Please tell me chemo side efect 😢my daughter is on chemo

[@janukhan2131]

Mostly heart burning , burning eyes eat Light healthy food ,gavisgon help .. u have to care lot .. be strong

[@khaleesisnow1683]

🙏❤️🙏

[@tracydikeman8129]

As a triple negative breast cancer 5 year surviver i have to say that chemo affects everyone different. My chemo was very aggressive regimen and definitely kicked my butt but i got through it and so can you. Chemotherapy is different for everyone and i was a very healthy fit 52 year old but i could not work and definitely couldn't work out. I slept pretty much through most of it , lost 30 pounds due to metal mouth , nausea and no appetite . I dont want to sugar coat this. It can be difficult but you will come through it ok. Keep the faith.

[@MarinaBlackford]

Absolutely different for everyone. We all have to take it one day at a time through chemo. I’m glad you’re healed. 🙏🏼 My experience is my own. I believe taking my tips into consideration can help others out there that want to move or need to work. I had to be very intentional through chemo because I had to work the first time being my head of household. I had to have energy the second time to help my baby and 2 year old. I’m grateful I could do all of this.

[@jeramoore4045]

I’m triple negative too. Did u get double mastectomy

[@tracydikeman8129]

@Jera Moore No , did not have a mastectomy. I was fortunate that the chemotherapy not only shrunk my tumors in my breast but also had a positive lymph node, I was able to have a lumpectomy. After my lumpectomy surgery I was put on a chemotherapy pill for 4 months called Xeloda ( piece of cake) then 33 radiation treatments. You can do this ,the chemo was the worst for me especially the chemo called the red devil after that it was much easier. If you have anymore questions please write back I will help you anyway I can.

[@Just1Love]

What stage were you in ?

[@jeramoore4045]

@@Just1Love Stage one Brocka gene positive

[@9Dan22]

I wish healing, love and peace to all those who has cancer or looking after someone with cancer. The human body is prone to all sorts of illness, but now a days there's advancement in medical treatments so keep your chin up and keep going. YOU WILL BEAT IT ❤️ YOU ARE STRONG AND YOU ARE LOVED ❤️

[@luisitoputirecors1499]

Amen

[@luisarojas7566]

Thanks ♥️

[@shuaibhussain5861]

Very nice comment

[@teetawn9454]

Amen

[@fatimaageel4339]

Thank you for writing this. We just found out my mother has pancreatic cancer. Praying for the best outcome for her 🤲❤️

[@EweTube4]

I had chemo 33 years ago. Things were different then. Cancer visited my life in the form of breast cancer. I had a cold cap; saved half my hair. I got some mouth sores.. Nothing tasted right but I found I loved pumpkin yogurt! I slept, and slept, and slept. I had itchy skin. I drank gallons of water. I had chemo brain. I drank No alcohol.it was very hard on me but my kids were 9 and 10 and I am a single mother. All I wanted was to live! God has been very good to me!

[@MarinaBlackford]

Thank you for sharing! So happy to hear you’re still cancer free. And 33 years later! That gives so many of us hope! ❤️

[@EweTube4]

@@MarinaBlackford ❤️

[@lanebashford3982]

I have metastatic breast cancer and went thru 12 rounds of IV Taxol. I'm now on oral chemo/hormone treatment and doing well. Agree with everything you said, Marina. I used nail strengthener polish on all my newly brittle nails during chemo. I have permanent neuropathy in both feet--just numb and tingling but no pain so it's tolerable. I took Gabapentin for a few months which didn't help and caused me to be so sleepy I could barely function. It's a great drug for some but not for me and it didn't touch my neuropathy. Neither did Alpha Lipoic Acid but I am still taking it till I finish the bottle. When you switch to oral chemo/hormone or targeted therapy, please keep a strict schedule for your meds. I take mine every 12 hours (8 am and 8 pm) and they seem to work better this way. I take Verzenio and Letrizole and have absolutely no problems with either med at this time. I got thru the worst of it (severe diarrhea in the beginning) and did fine. I found the biggest help for me was to eat small snacks every few hours rather than full meals. Everything with high protein was good for me as I lost so much weight during my chemo. I love hot soup, yogurt, and kind of fell in love with Ensure drinks. They make an apple drink which is delish and great for protein intake. I ate more eggs, cottage cheese and applesauce. Even peanut butter on crackers was easy to eat when I literally had no appetite at all. I had very little nausea but my main symptom was extreme fatigue. I think I slept more during that year (IV chemo plus starting the oral chemo) and it was rough. My advice to all starting chemo: STAY POSITIVE. You will get thru it. It's challenging but do-able. Get plenty of sleep, gentle easy exercise or more if you can stand it. Eat well, eat high protein and low or no sugar. Hydrate. Take a daily multivitamin which will help. Best of luck to everyone fighting cancer. It's not the end of the world for most. It's just a bump in the road but can be overcome by the majority who are diagnosed. Praying for all of you.

[@MarinaBlackford]

Thank you for sharing! Great advice here! Someone needed to hear that! ❤️

[@jeannettehobourn4793]

Thanks l needed to hear this, starting chemo very soon, aggressive grade 3 cancer so they are going to hit it with everything, not looking forward to losing my waist length hair, will try the ice cap if it's available, breast cancer was not in my plans for this year but staying positive and I am going to kick it's butt!! Good luck to all the Australian ladies going through this, we have amazing support from the pink angels here so look them up and have a chat 💓💗💖

[@lanebashford3982]

@@jeannettehobourn4793 I forgot to mention: before they start the IV chemo on you, please ask for pre-medication if they don't offer it already. When I had my IV chemo, I got an antihistamine, an anti-emetic and a steroid all IV just prior to getting the chemo each week. The pre-meds made me sleepy which was fine but also they helped cut back on nausea. Best of luck to you, Jeanette. I'll be praying for you to recover completely and kick cancer's butt.

[@semombwegeofrey6348]

Yes dear, thanks for sharing this information, I would add one important point on that, please try to revise some of the food s you eat, they contain lots sugar, try vegetables, look for soursop, tumeric and other cancer fighting ingredients for better results.

[@daphnegunn5665]

Please research high dose intravenous vitamin C, turkey tail mushroom, soursop tea. Well wishes.

[@scambodia147]

I have just completed round 4 of 6 with chemo (throat cancer)and have to say it has thus far been nowhere near as bad as I imagined.Fatigue is definitely present,stay positive fellow sufferers 🙏🏾🙏🏾

[@MarinaBlackford]

Thank you for sharing! Get rest and heal! ❤️

[@kerrysmith9666]

Panacur C + CBD OIL Tincture + Vitamin E + vitamin D3

[@kerrysmith9666]

Solutions = Panacur C + CBD OIL Tincture + Vitamin E + vitamin D3

[@kerrysmith9666]

Panacur C + CBD OIL Tincture + Vitamin E + vitamin D3

[@anthonybizzell3857]

I received 35 doses of radiation along with carboplatin once a week for 7 weeks for stage 4 throat cancer in 2020. I had my 2 year PET/CT scan in December 2022 with no existing disease noted. Is chemotherapy the only treatment you will have?

[@angelasimmons8727]

My sister was diagnosed with breast cancer in 2014,she is still going to chemo,I make sure I go with her for support,my continued prayers of healing for everyone going through this.❤️🙏

[@MarinaBlackford]

I pray she heals!

[@daphnegunn5665]

Please research Dr thomas Levy high dose intravenous vitamin C, Paul Stamets turkey tail mushroom, soursop tea. Well wishes.

[@tuwaunawebb4477]

I have endometrial cancer it's a cervical cancer wensday I had a CT done they sayed the cancer moved to my pelvis

[@tracydavies6066]

@@MarinaBlackford I am a cancer suffer

[@hoper906]

Hang on there sufferers one day at a time it is doable 😊

[@amaris7772]

I’m 24 years old and have been diagnosed with bc . I start chemo tomorrow , i’ve been worried and sad about how i’m going to feel and the physical changes that are coming after chemo and seeing you makes me hopeful thank you for the tips ; im also getting the injection every 14 days to preserve my ovaries which makes me happy throughout all of this because all i’ve ever wanted to be is a mother ! Thank you for your video prayers to you 🙏🏽

[@MarinaBlackford]

There is absolutely hope for you! You will heal and can have children someday. Just get through this time one day at a time. Take care of yourself and you will heal. Much love to you! ❤️

[@parasmuthusamy2044]

Family has bc. Just surgery no chemo. Been 3 full yrs. well and healthy.

[@yasirnabi6738]

You will be fine

[@thewordofgodwillsanctifyus7177]

God Jesus christ always with u dear sister

[@janef1220]

You got this!

[@annmc8392]

I have just had my 4th chemotherapy treatment, my hair has started to thin so made the decision to have it all cut off. I am a bit nervous about it, but it will happen tomorrow. This morning my husband went out and came back with his head shaved😢 and said it's the woman you are inside that I love🙂 I have been watching your videos and you have helped me a lot so thank you, and with Joe by my side I will get through this. Sending love and hugs to all of you going through this, especially to the people who love us.💕

[@MarinaBlackford]

That is so sweet to hear Ian! I’m happy you have such a supportive husband! Mine was the same. It makes such a difference. Remember when you lose your hair that it’s the chemo working. You are healing. ❤️

[@lanebashford3982]

@@MarinaBlackford Yes! I had my head shaved about two weeks after my chemo started. I was already losing tons of hair so just went with it and did fine. I wore a knit cap on my head for a year and now the hair has grown back in a lot. Mine never changed but some get "chemo curls"--- a different type of hair that shows up.

[@dlg5485]

I hope you are doing well! As a side note, liquid fasting (no sugar) 2-3 days before, the day of and the day after chemo treatments is extremely helpful. It dramatically reduces the side effects of chemo and accelerates tumor shrinkage. New research is showing that fasting can be a very effective cancer treatment, in addition to chemo, and even on its own.

[@edio.8431]

Hi! but would you suggest any supplements during fasting? Thanks

[@dlg5485]

@@edio.8431 Absolutely! There are many anti-cancer nutrients that can help kill cancer, and can be taken during a fast... turmeric, garlic, ginger, macha green tea, vitamin D3, omega 3 fatty acids, organic moringa leaf powder, etc. Many of these can be taken on empty stomach in supplement form and found in (or added to) different foods. A close friend of mine is in total remission from stage 3 lung cancer, after only just 3 chemo treatments, several months of intermittent prolonged liquid fasting, NO sugar/carbs (cancer thrives on sugar), and using these nutrients. I believe this is the best overall treatment for cancer, and the earlier you start these protocols the better. I take many of these regularly as cancer prevention because it runs in my family.

[@timodavis6805]

Minerals elmnt packages will help you have a good fast

[@BrandedbyJesus]

Can you be more specific, like what liquids? If no sugar I’m assuming not even juicing fruits or even some veggies? Maybe a bone broth diet? My brother has chemo scheduled soon. My concern with fasting is he’s on pain meds..not sure he could go without food on pain meds.

[@StormTroopersInStilettos]

Please do not hand out potentially dangerous information to those who are desperate. The attitude towards the role of fasting in cancer patients should be very cautious, as the risk of malnutrition/sarcopenia may be associated with this approach. The effects so far have been tested thoroughly only in animals and only on certain cancers.

[@debras2845]

I had Hodgkin’s twice over 40 years ago; things were so different back then. Hoping and praying for all of you going through any type of cancer. Try to believe you will beat this; it truly helps. Love to all of you.

[@MarinaBlackford]

Thank you! You’re positivity and prayers are welcome!

[@watchthis1316]

Praying for your strength and healing

[@whenc43]

Recently dx w lymphoma

[@pretoriusmariaan4650]

I had the same Hodgkin's lymphoma stage 2 😮 hope iy will neva come back

[@jama1863]

@@pretoriusmariaan4650i just got diagnosed with the same today, can you please give me some info? Treatment lenght, pain, hair loss? Thank you!!

[@myrnajoven9339]

I’m also having my chemotherapy right now and my 4th round on Monday. Everything you said marina is true and I’m going thru it . Just be positive and have faith in God and believe in his love. But my oncologist said that I will not lose my hair with colon cancer treatment. Whenever I had my chemo day I feel all of you mentioned specially nausea and no appetite, tired and sore body . But I drink plenty of water to flash out the medicine and take plenty of sleep rest . The best medicine is prayer. Thank you for all the sharings.Praying for all cancer patients. We are strong enough to fight.God is Good.

[@MarinaBlackford]

Amen. Blessings to you!

[@aditigarg5543]

Hey how are you now? Are you feeling better and cured now? My father has the same...going to start chemo so need some insights😢

[@wendyperry8322]

I had a double mastectomy in November. I definitely agree with all your tips. Spicy food was something I craved. I ate whatever I could tolerate even though it may have not been the healthiest but it was calories. The neuropathy is what I found horrible mine is permanent 😢 the main thing is keeping a positive attitude attitude. I pray for all of us cancer warriors ❤

[@patriciamays8244]

My neuropathy is permanent too

[@mitch5222]

​@@patriciamays8244 do u take anything to ease the pain?

[@patriciamays8244]

@@mitch5222 I only had pain meds a few days post-op. However I have noticed that as people age, over 65 yrs. they're ability to produce their bodies own endorphins to kill pain seems to decrease. If over 65 you may suffer chronic pain which does require monitored pain medication long term unfortunately.

[@danvincent1195]

I had surgery, chemo then radiation. I'm on chemical treatment now. I'm a male so was totally blown away when I found out I had bc. It had spread to my lymph noids. I experienced almost everything you mentioned but had a hard time eating and even drinking water. I wish I'd come across this before I started going thru it all. Hopefully a lot of people will read this before they start the journey. Thank you for sharing!

[@Mariposa-Aquila]

❤️❤️❤️❤️❤️❤️

[@MarinaBlackford]

Hi Dan, thank you for sharing! Yes, males can get bc so I try to consider that when I talk about my journey. I can’t imagine how it was for you. I hope you’re doing well now! Be well!

[@marie7411]

🙏✌️❤️

[@daviemcmurray1635]

Just Had surgery to remove male breast cancer two weeks ago meeting the chemo team tomorrow to discuss the way forward stay strong all those fighting cancer

[@Mz-Denise-2472]

How are you doing now? My aunt has stage 2 bc & has had 2 lumpectomies & his having her mastectomy & reconstruction on 1 breast this Tuesday, then chemo & radiation. I lost my dad to cancer. Sending love to all of you. ❤

[@truman5838]

Why does it seem like all the good people go through the worst in life? It's just not fare. You and the women like you here on youtube seem like genuinely beautiful souls. I hope everything works out. You're incredible. I'm sure you'll get through anything life throws at you. You're a true inspiration.

[@MarinaBlackford]

Good question, but that's life I guess! I heard this recently, "life is not a problem to be solved, it's a mystery to be lived". So here's to living it one day at a time! Thank you!

[@Eereenah]

That's a bit mean. It's like saying some people (not deemed bad) deserve it? It's an awful thing all round and the most democratic illness.

[@MarinaBlackford]

@@Eereenah I took the good part of the statement but you’re right! No one deserves something over another. I honestly would never wish anyone to go through this. If you are, I hope you’re healing! ❤️

[@truman5838]

@@Eereenah Some People , bad people, go through life without suffering any consequences. Some people "not deamed bad" deserve it? That makes no sense. If anything, I was saying the good die young. The evil live a long time. You think I care if a pedophile gets beat up or killed in prison? Nope. If that's mean then I guess I'm a mean person.

[@stephp7778]

I understood you. Your were comming from a good place....thankyou for supporting cancer survivors. Big hugs.

[@moongypsysc]

Just finished radiation for metastatic cervical cancer to my right lung and two lymph nodes. I am waiting for results and praying it goes down enough to have chemo and or immunotherapy Thank you you for all tips!

[@debc7341]

Pray for you moon Gypsy. Mine spread to node and both lung lobes. On taxol and carbo chemo. Praying for healing. 🙏🏻❤️

[@moongypsysc]

CT came back it spread in four nodes and two spots in my liver. Doc feels confident we are going to kill it. My port next week and Chemo in January. Prayers for you 🙏. Is yours cervical?

[@debc7341]

@@moongypsysc I have a port. Love it. No more digging for veins for the chemo and blood tests. I believe in God and I put him first! Have faith. I’m happy your doctors are optimistic. I pray and I think as if I’m already healed. I don’t utter the C word anymore. You will beat this🙏🏻💜✝️

[@moongypsysc]

@@debc7341I think it will be ok. I have very good veins but towards the end of cisplatin they offered one but I figured I wouldn't need i This time I am glad it's one of the first steps cause all that at once seems a lot. I try not to say it. I also envisioning healing and believing.

[@lenom1289]

I'm a breast cancer survivor of 13 years now. Something else to know: ulcers in the mouth. I had to rinse my mouth with a med three times a day. Your first stool after chemo will be dark green. I was told that its the liver being on overdrive. No worries there. I'm lucky, i never had nausea. I enjoyed the no-hair part so much. It was summer and feeling the breeze on my head was a bliss. No eyelashes was more difficult. We dont realize how protective they are! I had chemo for 6 months, then a mastectomy and then 25 rounds of radiation. Keep going, one day at a time, listen to your body and mind, take care of yourselves. You are loved ❤

[@MarinaBlackford]

Thank you for sharing! Yes, all good points! ❤️

[@harikeclothingandautogele5568]

Thanks so much for this. I am also preparing for 3rd round of chemo it has not been easy. My taste bud is so bad .... With God we will win this

[@harikeclothingandautogele5568]

Is it possible to conceive and give birth after Chemo?

[@MarinaBlackford]

Amen. Try sucking on ice during chemo if possible to help your taste buds. Use an alcohol free mouth rinse and a gently toothpaste like sensodyne or Tom’s natural. Yes, it’s possible to conceive after chemo.

[@ronbaarde4544]

Thanks for sharing ..my mom is 83 year’s old and she’s about to start chemo May 25 ..I’m scared for her it’s a first time I heard her say she’s nervous..but with a praise of god she will be ok and beat the cancer..thanks again by the way you look amazing and beautiful stay strong 💪🏾

[@healthfitnessbysuman6602]

How's she doing? I hope fine.. My mother is about to start chemo too and very nervous..

[@alechamid235]

Hi, I feel you friend. My mom is 82 and diagnosed with a triple negative stage 2b breast cancer. They recommend chemo before surgery. I'm worried for her as to how she will tolerate it

[@shaundrekiqthompson8453]

Same here

[@chukaokoye4009]

How is she doing? She is a survivalist.

[@ronbaarde4544]

Hi guys my mom pass away Sept.16 2023 ..🙏🏽🥲💔she’s in a better place now no more suffering and we the whole family was with her when she pass away ..

[@asian5767]

I'm 19 and got diagnosed with a rare form of soft tissue sarcoma. I just wanted to thank you for inspiring me and feeling strength during these treatments🫶💕

[@MarinaBlackford]

Your welcome! One day at a time during this journey. That’s all we need to handle. ❤️

[@phuonganhnguyen8826]

Hey, I was diagnosed with that exact sarcoma as well (only 4 to 10 new cases each year in France). Am starting chemo next week. Things will be fine for us 😊

[@lisakaats7251]

@@phuonganhnguyen8826 wow, my doctor told me the same thing about France and there were 4 persons with like my sacoma. First they told me nothing to worry about. Yesterday I had appointment for control of the scar. But then they told me I have rhabdomyosarcoma and a unique version of it that they don’t know. Also don’t know how to heal. The tumor is gone a month ago bc they were thinking it was a good tumor. I don’t know what to do or what I have to feel.. I’m 24 y/o girl from The Netherlands

[@phuonganhnguyen8826]

@@lisakaats7251 So have they concluded that it will be fine for you from now on :D? The tumor is gone, you are in normal condition whole again? If so, I am so so happy to hear this good news from you. Yes, mine also stems from a large scar on my belly (detected 4 years after the belly surgery). I have been monitored by two doctors who are 2 of the best in Europe (or the world) regarding this kind of tumour I think. After the biopsie we felt much relieved already that it is not a malignant cancer, so we apply the "wait and see" approach. If it was malignant, I could have not survived 1 year without immediate treatment. In your case, it has passed its stable phase and went down the reduction phase quite fast, so it is gone (Congratulations !!!). We do not know why, it is a very individual matter. Unfortunately, it is still in the growing phase in my case, and I am starting chemo to limit its growth (and hopefully stimulate it to gradually reduce size by its own, to finally disappear) in order not to damage other organs around the tumour ;). Then other MRI as I have done in the past year to see if the chemo slows down the tumor.

[@kerrysmith9666]

Solution = Panacur C + CBD OIL Tincture + Vitamin E + vitamin D3

[@SeaTurtle515]

Thank you Marina and everyone for your encouraging advice. I am 67 and just got diagnosed with stage 4 ovarian cancer. I have always been very healthy and athletic, so this came out of left field. Many emotions and fears. Your personal stories help. I start my first chemo treatment in about 4 days. Have to be honest, I’m Dreading it. 🌿

[@MarinaBlackford]

Hi! You will do well. I know it. Thank you for watching. Keep going and healing! 🙏🏼❤️

[@SeaTurtle515]

@@MarinaBlackford Thanks for the encouragement. 🌿🌸

[@sr8020]

You will do well. God bless..

[@SeaTurtle515]

@@sr8020 Thank you for the kind words. 🌸

[@sherryceltic9856]

Aunt Bee, my 68 year old husband has stage 4 colorectal cancer with Mets to the liver. We start chemo this Monday. We’re hopeful and taking it one day at a time. We hope you are doing fabulously. 🙂

[@darswearington1244]

Thank you for providing these great tips. I’m about to start chemotherapy and I’m trying to get any information I can as this is the first and in Jesus’ name LAST time I’ll go through this. God bless you and your family. Speedy recovery ! 🥊

[@gertrudesquindao5538]

Just did my first chemo today,its normal idont feel tired i feel sleepy only but more drink water us you can take rest little bit after chemo after that try to walk its really good water drink more

[@wandatellado4554]

Thanks you for your advise I develop a rash that's tichngg so much my doctors doesn't what's wrong it start with the chemo if you have any information on the please reach eat.and by the way you look graTe considering.god bless

[@carolt69]

Take 40mg Melatonin 2-4 hrs before

[@daphnegunn5665]

Please research high dose intravenous vitamin C, turkey tail mushroom, soursop tea. Well wishes.

[@hadlee189]

I sure wish I had found your channel before I started my Chemo. Instead I found a whole lot of info, & what I needed to buy that I really didn't need. Btw, I was diagnosed with stage 3C Ovarian Cancer in 2021. Did 6 rounds of Chemo total, but broken up into 3 rounds, then debulking of the tumor, & a total hysterectomy. Then I finished the last 3 rounds of Chemo in November of last year. My Oncologist told me I was in remission last December, so it's been 1 year as a Cancer Survivor. I'm still continuing treatment to keep the cancer cells at bey with Avastin, every 3 weeks. Avastin is ok, but the side effects with Kidney issues, & High Blood Pressure, are truly a bummer. Love, love, love knowing there are survivors like you out there Marina, God Bless!

[@TheHelenhunter]

Hi there hadlee, how are you doing today? Would you recommend chemo or would you rather recommend trying alternative, natural treatments? I'm 36 years old, single mom to a 10 year old boy and was diagnosed with stage 2 high grade ovarian cancer. They did a hysterectomy and took everything out. I have to make a decision now what to do next and I'm torn between chemo and natural. I'm dreading the (longterm) damage chemo might do, but also the uncertainty if alternative treatments are strong enough to beat it. Any advice from your own experience? I'd really appreciate it cause there's too many different voices out there ❤️

[@sheenammonga192]

@@TheHelenhunter natural things are best but to aviod disease. Once it is diagnosed we should go for proper treatment but in parallel natural and organic things can help very much to reduce the side effects. Moringa leaves (70 gm/day), wheat grass (fresh juice without water), fruits, soursp fruit or soursop herbal tea, coconut milk and coconut water are some of the best things to reduce side effects. Don't worry you will be fine soon

[@dorothyderakhshani8764]

I was diagnosed with stage 3C ovarian cancer 5/1/2011 and just found out I relapsed a week ago. My initial chemo and debulking surgery was just like yours 3 chemo rounds, surgery, then the last 3 chemo rounds. After 10-11 years N.E.D., I kinda took my remission for granted. I let down my guard. I asked for this last CA-125 though and its a good thing I did. It had been well over a year since the last one. It has been 5,6, or 7 since 2012, but it was 278 this time. So I knew, but we confirmed I have at tumor the size of a tennis ball and possible lymph node involvement. I am scheduled for round one this Friday. i would like to have my tumor sample sent for genomic testing but not sure how to make that happen.I have a Medicare Advantage plan through Kaiser Permanente since January and they’ve been great so far. Has anyone got their insurance to cover the test? I didn’t even know about it in 2011 so i didnt get it done. I did get genetic testing and I am BRCA1+.

[@hadlee189]

@@dorothyderakhshani8764 God bless you, Dorothy! Since my comment on this thread, my CA-125 as continued to go up in 2 number increments. My CA-125 marker number is 30 now, but within the "safe" zone still. But with the markers continuously going up, I'm scared. My last Ct-Scan was good, & with no signs of disease. but my oncologist has decided to monitor me closely, & schedule Ct-Scans every 3 months again. Btw, I am BRAC negative. Good luck to you!

[@monicag6715]

I was stage 1 high grade No chemo No hysterectomy 1 surgery It’s been 1.5 years No recurrence Natural treatment after 1 surgery

[@beas3993]

Instead of nausea I got chemo belly symptoms after the 3rd cycle. It felt as if all my organs were about to burst and cancer was consuming each one of them. If you are to experience this, do not panic as I did,; relax, talk to your doctor, and look for ways to get rid of the pressure ie massage your belly.

[@daphnegunn5665]

Please research high dose intravenous vitamin C, turkey tail mushroom, soursop tea. Well wishes. Ted Stamet, Dr. Thomas Levy

[@jackielinduhvlogs]

I had a double mastectomy two weeks ago because I had a suspicious lump and my family has a history of metastatic breast cancer. It was not an easy decision to make but I want to live as many years possible for my baby. 😭

[@MarinaBlackford]

That’s a great way of looking at it! It’s hard but you want your best odds of living a long healthy life! ❤️

[@debraarnold3703]

Had mastectomy 28 yrs ago, at age 40. Received 6 months of chemo. I am BRCA negative. Tumor was HR2 positive, positive lymph nodes. I'm 68.

[@Lina-tj8pw]

​@@debraarnold3703 ❤

[@trishlasvlog247]

I just got 30 and found out that I have bc 3 days back. I pray for everyone with cancer. I am sad and scared but trying to fight it off with a positive attitude. Thank-you for the video.

[@MarinaBlackford]

Hi, I pray you heal. ❤️🙏🏼

[@daphnegunn5665]

Hi. Please research Dr thomas Levy high dose intravenous vitamin C, Paul Stamets turkey tail mushroom, soursop tea. Well wishes.

[@meredithheath5272]

I am so sorry for ALL those who are going through this... 😢❤❤❤

[@MarinaBlackford]

Thank you ❤️

[@ileenmarquez1356]

Thank you for your honesty - much appreciated

[@GoingNaturalN2012]

Just found out today that I will start chemo in two wks. This video and your shopping list is soooooo helpful. Tgabk you!

[@martiweddepohl4694]

Thank you for your positive presentation of very useful tips. It makes it all a little less scary. It's really appreciated.

[@m.d.grimes1622]

Very nice of you to share, thanks Marina.

[@sarahwright2487]

Thank you so much, these are some helpful things to know.

[@maybelline081]

To all of you in chemo treatment & remission cancer 🙏 💝🌷

[@naturalifesoap]

Thanks so much for sharing your journey. I just retired from 39 years as a hygienist and diagnosed with had and neck cancer. I’m making a list of things I’ll need and your list is so helpful. Wishing you health and happiness. 💪🏽💕

[@elizabethconroy7665]

Hi Marina Nice to see you back Thanks for the tips Stay well

[@lianabriffa2957]

Wow thank you so much for this video!! I’m going to write all 12 things before I start chemo in June/2022.

[@deborahakers5548]

Thank you so much for doing this video! My mom just found out she had colon Cancer and she’s very scared. My sis & I went together and got mom a Chemo bag set from Amazon but there’s so much more to know about Chemo and what you said is a very big help! I pray you beat it this time too and that God willing you never get it again! I can tell you are A beautiful person inside & out! 🙏🏻

[@MarinaBlackford]

Cancer can be scary! I’m glad you can help her! Much love on her journey! And thank you!! ❤️

[@Mir_96]

@deborah Akers my mom was just diagnosed too but it’s now in her liver😭😭 how’s your mom??

[@larosemurphy6640]

Tell your mom to eat a lot of garlic and drink a lot of carrot juice

[@miamus92]

@@Mir_96 my mom was diagnosed colon cancer and has spread to liver and bone 😔

[@ciara4403]

in the same situation rn with my dad. colon cancer :(

[@moileti89]

Thank you so much!! I’ll be having my first chemo session in April 6. This helps

[@arkstudios1]

Thank you and wishing you all the best.

[@SheilaBer]

Thank you so much Marina, and best of luck!

[@michellewright2558]

Thank you! I start tomorrow and this was the first real advice I listened to.

[@priyankasingla2858]

Kudos to you for putting it out so positively and I hope you are doing well now.

[@ujubosah6142]

This is invigorating. I had breast ca in 2002. A recurrence in 2022. Didn't have chemo in both. Did Zoladex in the first and currently doing ibrance now. You really empowered and emboldened me. Thanks

[@daphnegunn5665]

Please research high dose intravenous vitamin C, turkey tail mushroom, soursop tea. Well wishes.

[@stephanieblack2179]

Did you get vaccinated /boosters?.

[@wishsiddiki6354]

zoladex and ibrance?? my mom diagnosed breast cancer

[@tommohughes7134]

Such a beautiful person you are, well done for doing this as will help others and you look fine, good luck

[@pamelapogue8377]

I've just started chemo/radiation for small cell lung cancer. Thank you so much for this information. It really helped. Stay strong❤

[@gck361]

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[@veronicahsoteri4035]

How much is chemo

[@solonia7355]

@pamelapogue8377 how are you doing after treatment?!

[@bigrig_7373]

currently on my 5th out of (hopefully) 8 rounds. i’m 17 and got colon cancer and they said the meds are mostly designed for adults so it’s definitely hard on me. these tips are definitely helpful so thank you.

[@MarinaBlackford]

I’m glad my tips can help! These meds are harsh. One day at a time. ❤️

[@kauthardreyer2282]

I hope you are doing well.

[@MologadiMakhafola]

I’m rooting for you. You will beat this ❤️

[@batoolalali6613]

I hope your are doing fine, did they do genetic tetsting for you?

[@gurgurgur]

Eat fruit and vegetables and do praise of God it keeps you positive.,

[@ramiroofaragon9323]

You're amazing! Thank you! 😇

[@terrifranklin7585]

Thank you! My journey is just beginning but this has definitely given me some hope. Bless you!!

[@kaznova.karyna]

I really appreciate you for sharing your experience. I was diagnosed with triple-negative breast cancer stage 2 a couple of days ago. I'm worried about meeting my oncologist and what type of chemo I might get. But hearing you explain these things made me a bit more calm about this journey that awaits for me. I wish everyone who is fighting with it all strength and love in the world.

[@MarinaBlackford]

You’re welcome. Much strength and healing to you!

[@reneenyaga6305]

I started my chemo last month , diagnosed with Bc stage 3

[@nimrashehzad5609]

What chemo drug you had?

[@extracrispie]

I was also diagnosed with triple negative stage two about two weeks ago. I’m starting chemo in a week. We got this, sister!

[@kaznova.karyna]

Yes, we got this for sure! Strength to you 🙏@@extracrispie

[@bernardrochon5926]

You are a terrific communicator. Thanks for these tips for my wife of 43 years recently diagnosed with breast cancer. Good luck to you! BR

[@MarinaBlackford]

Thank you! I pray she does well.

[@mqgriffi]

Thanks you so much for this helpful info!

[@adityad1059]

Thank you so much for this! God bless you :)

[@barbcosgrove64]

Thank you so much for doing this video. I have endometrial cancer and just had a total hysterectomy. Im most likely will need to do chemo. Now i know what to look for.prayers for all those affected by the insidious disease 🙏🙏🙏. .

[@Kareliass]

I’m male 16 was diagnosed with osteosarcoma and it has spread a little at my lungs. Had my first chemo 2 weeks ago and waiting for the next one , thanks for the tips !

[@MarinaBlackford]

Thank you for watching! Keep going and healing! 🙏🏼❤️

[@gurgurgur]

Eat lots fruit and vegetables when you can . Praise of God makes you stronger.

[@user-ye1fp1ee1k]

16 years old and cancer? 🤒 Damn that's nasty !

[@gck361]

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[@naturallysimple4938]

Praying for you, God is with you.

[@LindaHolman_Meditations]

This is such a helpful video, thank you!

[@cherylspizarny6602]

Thank you! So helpful❤

[@rimanuela]

I have breast cancer , first chemo done, and I love your videos, I can’t thank you enough you’re an inspiration

[@MarinaBlackford]

Thank you! ❤️

[@ellenwalters9478]

Chemo is definitely doable to save your life. Been there and done that. Wish you the best!

[@terrydillon9323]

Thank you. I wish you the best. I hope in the future we can come up with more targeted approaches that do not affect the whole body.

[@israeliteonlycampkilluhi.o2108]

GOD Bless You Sis!

[@nievesjose4772]

1'm 66 years old, and i underwent a cbemotheraphy just Three days ago. I am afraid of the changes which i start to feel now. Thanks for for this lecture. For sure I am already aware of the many changes. This will lessen my fear everyday. Thank you very much, Madam. Hope I can overcome everything due to this chemotheraphy.

[@MarinaBlackford]

Hi! I know you will overcome it. Rest, drink water, and talk to your medical team if you have concerns. You will heal. I pray that for you! ❤️

[@SeaTurtle515]

I’m 67 and just got diagnosed with ovarian cancer. My first treatment in 4 days. Afraid, too. I’m thankful for all these tips. I’d like to prevent the neuropathy and bone degeneration.

[@explodev2550]

@@SeaTurtle515how do you feel now?

[@SeaTurtle515]

@@explodev2550 The Chemo side affects were quite tolerable for me. I’ve also had major surgery, which removed about half my cancer. I still have tumors on many of my organs. I resume 4 more sessions of chemo and then we will see….I actually am feeling good, hard to believe all this cancer in me. I’m thinking of everyone who is fighting this battle and hoping for good outcomes. It’s really a life changer on so many levels. Thank you for asking. 💕

[@explodev2550]

@@SeaTurtle515 that powerful, glad you are doing well. I know someone that just did the surgery to get a small cancer removed. But they still want her to do chemo so it won’t come back. What are some things you did to stay moving and not feeling sluggish

[@Sunshine-sr1hy]

Mix strong coffee into your shampoo and massage your scalp as much as possible. Worked wonders for me. I can run my fingers through my hair after 3 months.

[@darswearington1244]

Great too. You should do this while on chemotherapy? Or afterwards?

[@marialove6467]

@@darswearington1244 during and after the process

[@sumakiran3751]

I'm really very very very scared of Chemo which I'm starting from April 16th...I'm unable to hold myself from crying 😭... extremely scared of side effects, neuropathy and hair loss 😭😭

[@bparkhill9572]

What does coffee do? Grounds or liquid

[@dzevadfusko2711]

@@sumakiran3751 I’ve started today, good luuuck

[@lukeskynet3281]

Omg. You have been fighting cancer over and over. Thank you for this information. God speed

[@JohnNoZ35]

Thank you for sharing this. Good info with a great emphasis on maintaining an actual life during chemo.

[@FAithFilledNursingwithJackie]

you AMAZE me! had to subscribe! I am a nurse and was on a day off and found your video in my feed! thank you for all the very valuable information! Ill be cheering you on on instagram! God bless you! Jackie from CT

[@MarinaBlackford]

Thank you Jackie! ❤️ So happy you’re here!

[@naveenguru7586]

Yes thats a great video. I am too diag with breast cancer. Did my Chemo and Masectomy. The chemo no words for it. God was great with me. So powerful Jesus Christ.

[@louizabotha2341]

Glo

[@RuStYnUtZ]

God bless you with good health, you will be in my prayers. Much love

[@KumariKumari-fw7nc]

Thank you for letting us know 🙏

[@ivyb7269]

I had metastatic cervical cancer last year and this year it metasized to my lungs. I had lung surgery and as I type this I'm doing my chemo. Last year I lost all the hair on my body with etoposide. This year no hair fell out. Not even thinning. I too suffer from neuropathy in my leg and feet. And carpltunnel in my right hand. Prayers to all going thru a cancer journey

[@MarinaBlackford]

Prayers for you. 🙏🏼❤️

[@ivyb7269]

@@MarinaBlackford thanks a lot

[@sheshe3004]

Prayers

[@ivyb7269]

@@sheshe3004 thank you

[@maryshelyrodriguez17]

Thank you for this valuable info! I start chemo on 3/4. Glad I found your channel, all this is new to me. Praying to God that everything is going to be alright 🙏

[@daphnegunn5665]

Please research high dose intravenous vitamin C, turkey tail mushroom, soursop tea. Well wishes. Ted Stamet, Dr. Thomas Levy

[@roxyharrison7547]

Thank you for this video. I Just got bilateral Mastectomy and I am starting chemo for a year and this info helps a lot, especially #12. Love it 👍🏼🥰

[@gracedaniel8216]

You are lovely. Thanks for. Your pleasant encouragement. ❤️

[@BreastCancerSurvivorMommy]

Marina! I am also a dental hygienist. I start my chemo journey on Thursday for breast cancer. Thank you for this video! You are the first real person I have found sharing their journey!

[@MarinaBlackford]

Hi fellow hygienist and thank you! 😁 I’m so happy you found me. I know my tips can help you! Be well! ❤️

[@daphnegunn5665]

Please research high dose intravenous vitamin C, turkey tail mushroom, soursop tea. Well wishes.

[@Mr.frag-out]

dang my heart goes out to you young lady much love and respect you have a lot of strength.

[@MarinaBlackford]

Thank you! ❤️

[@percymartin3745]

Thanks so much I those are things that I wish I also knew.im entering my second last stage of chemo

[@Freaky......]

Thank you for sharing this great tips, it helpful, now I am going through chemo, my second cycle can be done, thank you very much for this tips it helps to develop confidence in my mind👍🙏.

[@anthonybizzell3857]

This information is gold for anyone getting ready for chemotherapy, for any reason. That you Marina and prayers for good health going forward.

[@MarinaBlackford]

Thank you for that!

[@daphnegunn5665]

Please research high dose intravenous vitamin C, turkey tail mushroom, soursop tea. Well wishes.

[@gary8639]

That was beautiful. Thank you for sharing. I just finished my 4th round of chemo and it was reassuring to hear from you, that the experiences I was having are not my imagine.

[@KSLPN]

Thank you again for creating your channel. I just ordered my ice booties and mittens for my 5th of 6 chemo treatments next week.

[@MarinaBlackford]

You’re welcome! ❤️

[@lulu_g8445]

Great video! I really like your spirit.

[@haleemaahmed354]

Thanks for such a great video. Love your positive attitude. I was diagnosed with TNBC in May 2022 and have just had my 3rd round of chemo. It’s very up and down with nausea and fatigue being the worst. Thanks for sharing your journey x

[@MarinaBlackford]

Thank you for being here! I hope some of my tips help you! I pray you heal completely. ❤️

[@dp-vb4vp]

Diagnosed in oct2022 with TNBC n just completed 3 cycle of chemo..n also I'm 27 week pregnant..then I worries about my baby n also for my ovaries bcoz it didn't preserve. So hopefully Allah gives me strength,courage n make my journey easy .

[@mythaichannel9082]

@@dp-vb4vp praying sending your way. Stay strong and be positive. You are in good hands 🙌

[@davon2924]

Hope you get better gorgeous ❤🏆✌

[@cissynassozi9049]

Thnks for the video aprayer to all with cancer may God heal them even after chemo.

[@sweetlove5868]

Thank you for sharing all these tips. May God continue to keep you in the palm of his hands. God Bless you.

[@damarismusenya4470]

I was passing the hard time but God make it...I'm free now praise lord🙏🙏🙏being a victim not encey to accept

[@joerhysjones3905]

Chemo starting in a couple of weeks. I will revisit this video, so incredibly practical and inspirational. You're beautiful inside and out. Thank you.

[@MarinaBlackford]

Thank you so much! I hope your journey goes well!

[@1derrknx]

Get you some rest it ant as bad as you think. I’ve been doing chemo 2 years

[@daphnegunn5665]

Please research high dose intravenous vitamin C, turkey tail mushroom, soursop tea. Well wishes. Ted Stamet, Dr. Thomas Levy

[@carleencatty]

You are saying the right thing my friend I can tell about my journey with it I am here to day to give thank to God❤

[@renae9365]

Thank you!!! I go for my biopsy tomorrow. ❤

[@jobowman3144]

Appreciate you sharing your experience. Just had round one Thursday before last and feeling better. Lots of GI issues and neuropathy issues now. Keeping head held high because of people like you God bless. Thanks Jo

[@MarinaBlackford]

Thank you! You can do this. Report all your symptoms so your medical team knows and can help you.

[@cindyscharr457]

If we only knew what we know now! This was a wonderful presentation. So true! We all must continue to fight to live another day. Continue to stand up to cancer.

[@MarinaBlackford]

Yes! Thank you! ❤️

[@cet128]

Thank you. I will be starting chemo soon and this helps.

[@rajanisharmamadan444]

Take care and get well soon ❤

[@LifeofPaolah]

Thank you, Marina. Just got diagnosed last week with Breast Cancer. Praying for you. I am so grateful for these tips! in general so grateful for the many youtube vlogs of people sharing their journey. I feel less alone.

[@MarinaBlackford]

You’re not alone! You will heal. Keep going and you will be a survivor too. ❤️🙏🏼

[@amandabass04]

How did you know about it what were your symptoms thanks

[@LifeofPaolah]

@@amandabass04 found a small lump on my right breast in November. I had no other symptoms aside from just finding that lump. Got an ultrasound then a biopsy on it. January of this year they confirmed it was cancer

[@daphnegunn5665]

Please research high dose intravenous vitamin C, turkey tail mushroom, soursop tea. Well wishes. Ted Stamet, Dr. Thomas Levy

[@Linda72.]

Hi Marina, thanks for your video. It was very interesting and informative. You look really well. Best of luck with your treatment. X

[@barbaragermain3713]

Thank You. You are a very wise, uplifting Lady!!💕

[@MarinaBlackford]

Thank you so much!

[@dianahollins2938]

Gratitude this does help 🙏🙏🙏

[@markbrooky3819]

Thank you, Marina. I was just diagnosed with CHL and will likely soon start chemo. Your tips are gold.

[@theresajopson4157]

I went through chemo and was hit hard with two drugs and I did pretty well except one gave me crippling migraines. Accupuncture did the trick and was a life saver. Never underestimate the power of alternative therapies. I never would have sailed through it without it.

[@MarinaBlackford]

Thank you for watching! I hope everything goes okay for you!

[@daphnegunn5665]

Please research high dose intravenous vitamin C, turkey tail mushroom, soursop tea. Well wishes. Ted Stamet, Dr. Thomas Levy

[@flowersbylittlemiss]

Thank you so much! Thank you sooo much for being here and sharing your story. I am somewhat of a worried soul-who is weary of the future and I just want to be less fearful and more educated. This video has brought me great joy. I admire you! Thank you for sharing your experience❤️

[@MarinaBlackford]

Thank you for watching! 🙏🏼❤️

[@tradewinds9832]

Wish you full recovery, lady

[@MarinaBlackford]

Thank you! ❤️