CANCER UPDATE! & Things I Wish I Knew before Chemo Part 2

[@TheZeldafan2341]

Thank you Marina.❤ I just helped a family member go through her first round of chemotherapy today. It's hard to see her so tired & sick, but I've been inspired by your ability to be genuine & accept all the parts of your cancer journey. ❤❤❤

[@MarinaBlackford]

Thank you for watching and supporting your family!

[@saoirse5816]

I was diagnosed on Valentine's Day and your videos have brought me so much comfort. I didn't realize until this one that you were also triple negative. Seeing someone not just surviving, but thriving, is so reassuring. Thank you for making these videos, Marina.

[@MarinaBlackford]

Thank you for finding me! I was where you were; needing hope after diagnosis. So here I am telling you that you can do it! Be well! ❤️🙏🏼

[@MichelleRader-t7r]

Thank you for your videos❤ I finished 25 rounds of radiation and 2 brackey in december,,actually went through alot of symptoms from that and am left with excrutiating pain in my pelvis and down my right leg,,so I am dealing with that. And now here in August am going into immunotgerapy and 2 types of chemo and ya I will loose my hair. Praying it gets rid of the cancer finzlly as it has spread to my lymph system. Thank for being honest and encouraging it helps me with the anxiety of what will happen or could happen. Your positivety litterally brings me strength. I have purchased many things you have suggested to help. I have started wearing a head covering even though I have not started treatment for physchological for me and my grandchildren so they dont see the baldness as sickness. I will just shave my head by week 2 and be done with it.❤

[@MarinaBlackford]

You’re welcome. I’m so sorry you’ve had pain. That is so hard. I pray you keep healing and the chemo can cure you. Your so good to think ahead. Take care of you and don’t be afraid to ask for help when you need it. ❤️

[@MissRubySFO]

Thank you for hope. I am a TNBC gal. Monday 4APR22 will be my 5th/12 Carbo & Taxol. So far so good. I’m 63 & a single gal. Blessed with pets & far away friends.

[@MarinaBlackford]

You’re welcome! Keep going! May you heal!

[@eddierodriguezTV_]

So strong! So brave! So inspiring! Thank you for being a positive light for many of us! 🕯️

[@MarinaBlackford]

Thank you Eddie! I pray you’re doing well. 🙏🏼

[@theresapeacock6983]

You brought tears to my eyes!! I am battling ovarian cancer and can’t wait to ring that bell 🔔

[@MarinaBlackford]

I can’t wait for you to ring it too! 🙏🏼🎉

[@Jessabessa]

Hope you’re doing ok ❤️ I have Ovarian Cancer as well

[@MemeMeme-tu6fr]

Hi dear, how is your health now?

[@MemeMeme-tu6fr]

@@Jessabessahi dear, how is your health?

[@smarzt3170]

You are beautiful and strong and brave and super inspiring. I've been recently diagnosed with HER2+ Breast Cancer at 39. The shock of my life! I start chemo Monday... Watching you and your journey is very inspiring and such a privilege really. I wish you the very best and may you have a long healthy and happy life and may this be the last time you ever have to go through this!

[@MarinaBlackford]

Thank you so much! I pray everything goes well for you!

[@teneishaporter4338]

I just want to say thank you so much for sharing your journey. I have Invasive Ductal Carcinoma, HER2 positive stage 2. I was diagnosed January 25th, 2022. At first I didn’t take it well but I’ve learned through this so far that our body is much stronger than we think and a huge part of being successful is having a positive mindset and listening to the doctors but also asking questions. My last chemo will be May 31st. Before then I have 3 left. Watching this video made me cry happy tears because I’m just ready to get to where you are and ring that damn bell! 🔔 You did it, TWICE. I’m so happy for you. 💗💕💞💖 #TWOTIMECANCERSURVIVOR

[@MarinaBlackford]

Aw, you're welcome Teneisha! I know you will ring that bell soon too and it is the best feeling! There is so much emotion through this journey, ups, downs and so much you will learn about yourself! It sounds like you are discovering that now! Mindset is everything! You can do this! Much love to you!

[@Moon0552]

This was the comment i needed to read 😢❤

[@lorij6796]

Marina I'm sorry that you are dealing with this disease. You have a toddler, baby and work part-time, you are incredibly strong. My husband had cancer. It involved many trips to the ER, transfusions, very low platelets. It seemed it was a very hectic time. After his remission he was on similar types of chemo which took it's toll on him. I was working full time and several evenings sitting in the emergency room for hours without hospitalization. I finally gave notice so I could be with him for the remainder of his appointments. I wish that I did that from the start. How are you doing now after completing chemo? BTW....I found out earlier this month that I have a spiculated growth in my breast. My needle biopsy is next week. I too have a lot of axillary tissue. I'm glad that I found you this 🌄 morning. I will follow you. Wishing you the best Marina 💞

[@MarinaBlackford]

Thanks for following! I'm doing much better after chemo and all the other meds they give you. I'm blessed to say my treatment is going great. I hope your biopsy goes well!

[@TrueThingsPrevail]

You are a beautiful soul…nothing but the best for your beautiful family. Peace…

[@sarahshade1523]

I am starting chemo for the first time tomorrow. I have been following you for some time . Thank you so much.

[@MarinaBlackford]

You will heal. Thank you for watching!

[@dexirous41]

You are a champion and an inspiration. Your positivity gives me hope as i battle lung and bone cancer. Thank you so much, it really took alot of negative energy away when i was watching your video. God bless your soul. Thank you again.

[@MarinaBlackford]

Thank you!

[@leeannwroblewski7294]

Thank you for your inspirational videos and info. I am so happy that you have completed your journey and wish you all the best. Stay healthy.

[@anitaandtedmack8830]

I am also Triple Negative with T1N0 so it was caught early so I am recovering from a breast reduction and will be starting my chemo in 2 weeks and I am so glad I have found your videos. There is just so little about TNBC I have felt very alone and unsure of my future. You have given me much needed insight of my chemo future and what it is to have a recurrence and get through it successfully. Thank you so much for sharing your journey and helping me with my future.

[@MarinaBlackford]

I’m so glad it was caught early! Thank you for finding me! It means a lot to hear from my fellow cancer fighters! Much love to you ❤️

[@kelliecarter8376]

You are so positive and give hope to others, I love it, Thank you and prayers for you and I love looking at your videos. Glad you are sharing your journey with us. Thank you😁

[@The_honored_one2926]

Thank you so much for being so transparent with us 😊🙏🏾🙌🏾

[@MarinaBlackford]

You’re welcome! It’s who I am. ❤️🙏🏼

[@tiredofit5726]

Congratulations, you made it! I've shed a few happy tears for you during the poem. Powerful words right there! May God keep you safe and your family also. New sub!

[@MarinaBlackford]

Thank you! I’m so thankful to be where I’m at! Two time survivor! Thanks for watching!

[@vrosiethomas6364]

Hi, new follower here👋🏻 I'm so glad to have found your page. I was recently diagnosed on 4/15/21 with TNBC and will be starting chemo this Thursday. It's so comforting to see someone else with this Dx to relate to and after seeing most of your videos you are an AMAZING Mom and beautiful soul for sharing your journey to us all ❤ So happy you have finished your chemo and on your way to more healing ❤ You give me hope and inspiration to handle this journey I'm about to start. Big hugs and continued prayers to you 🙏

[@MarinaBlackford]

I’m so glad I can give you hope! Good luck on your journey. You are taking the first steps to being cancer free! I pray it goes well for you!

[@deschelbutler4859]

Thank you for sharing your experience.

[@MarinaBlackford]

Thank you for watching! ❤️

[@reginajeter9595]

Thank you for sharing ❤

[@MarinaBlackford]

Thanks for watching!

[@kimtongo3533]

God bless you!!!! Thank you for sharing your journey!!!!!!

[@marionsharpe1401]

You are truly an inspiration marina.you are Avery strong lady.i wish you the very best in the future.take care.love your videos 👍👍👍❤️❤️❤️

[@jewelwilliams777]

Congratulations am soooo happy for you ,I wish you well be bless

[@josephodundo4466]

You have educated me so much I am suffering from cancer of the tounge and is doing Chemotherapy now i know how to prepare for my next session Thank you for sharing

[@MarinaBlackford]

You're welcome Joseph! Prayers for you!

[@luvinubak]

Thank you so much for your encouraging words…my last chemo will be in 2more weeks im sooo excited and emotional almost afraid to be happy but I thank God for coming across your videos so positive and informative, helped me to be a bit calm…God bless you

[@MarinaBlackford]

Almost there! I’m excited for you! Celebrate when you’re done of you want to! It’s a big accomplishment. Bless you!

[@karleymcwilliams1216]

i’m so grateful for all these videos. my mom starts chemo very soon and we just found out about her breast cancer in the beginning of november, your videos are making me realize how normal you can be during chemo, it’s totally mind over matter thank you so much :’)

[@MarinaBlackford]

You're welcome Karley! I hope everything goes well for your mom. My best analogy is chemo is like nursing a hangover...without the fun night prior! It's hard to not know what to expect but I do think the symptoms are manageable.

[@Regina-el4pi]

I'm here balling girl. You're such an inspiration and I thank you for taking is along on your journey and all the wonderful tips!!! My chemo starts the 19th Jan 22 and I can't wait to ring that BELL!!!

[@MarinaBlackford]

Aw thank you! You’re welcome! You’re exactly why I do these videos and why I will continue to Vlog the journey and remind people of tips! I can’t wait for you to ring that bell too! 🎉

[@nathalieortega7772]

Good bless you and all the people that are going thru this !!! 🙏🏼🙏🏼🙌🏻🙌🏻

[@MarinaBlackford]

Thank you!

[@notperfectgarage4595]

Congratulations 🎊 hope you get stronger fast 💪 I'm starting my journey with colon cancer Stage 3.

[@MarinaBlackford]

Thank you! I hope all goes good for you!

[@KristenSwainKSCreations]

Congrats on finishing chemo and thanks for all the tips!

[@MarinaBlackford]

Thank you!

[@kathrynm7720]

Marina, God bless you for sharing your journey and tips. I am to start chemo Jan 5th for HER2 positive breast cancer which has spread to my lymph nodes. I live alone and although I have friends, neighbiurs and family willing to help, I am nervous of how chemo will effect me and I'm an hour and a half from my hospital. I will stay positive and use your tips. I have 8 rounds then surgery etc. Your blogs are so reassuring 🙏

[@MarinaBlackford]

You’re welcome! I pray your journey goes well! I know this info will help you. You can do it. And ask for help when needed!

[@kathrynm7720]

@@MarinaBlackford Thank you so much ❤ You are an inspiration 💖

[@dalmishchannel3339]

Congrats 🎉 God bless you 🙏

[@bypinkerton892]

You answered my Question...... I was wondering how you could get Breast Cancer After a Double Mastectomy..... You Explain Everything Very Understandable.... I wish you & everyone else well.... Thank you

[@MarinaBlackford]

Good! Thank you for watching!

[@laxnative4622]

Since you mentioned Covid, I asked my oncologist if chemo affected the timing of getting Covid vaccines. (I have an autoimmune disease in addition to a recent Hodgkins Lymphoma diadnosis.) She said she does have patients who get Covid vaccines while in the middle of chemo therapy. I was OK'd to get one a week before chemo starts since I was due.

[@MarinaBlackford]

I've heard the same. I had my Covid vaccine the day before starting chemo and 2nd dose during chemo.

[@agds91078]

Oh I’m counting down the days till I get to ring the bell myself sis. Thank you for the update love. I’m so excited for my last chemo. I have 9 more to go of the taxol and I hope and pray it still gives easy for me like it’s been going. Mine is stage 2B triple negative breast cancer as well and I haven’t gotten my BRACCA results yet and had just gotten the blood work for it last Monday. 💗 praying for you love and please keep me in your prayers. I’ve been vlogging as well and soon as I get a new update shared I’m then going to make one big update video. Last I shared was when I was getting my hair cut before I started chemo and that was months ago but I have been making update vids since then just haven’t shared them like I should of. Thank you for all the info you share with us love 💕

[@MarinaBlackford]

Thank you! And so much love back to you! Prayers for you too.

[@alospm]

I know this video is old now. And you may have answered in another video. Just wondering if you continued working part time throughout your chemo treatment?

[@MarinaBlackford]

Hi! Yes, I worked part time as a dental hygienist through treatment.

[@miawiggins5760]

You are awesome!!!!!

[@MarinaBlackford]

Thank you! ❤️

[@barbarabecagli7962]

Sei sempre sorridente e positiva🌺🌺🌺

[@karenknight9565]

YAY !!! Congratulations!! 🍾 Thank u for sharing... such a long journey and u have done it twice. WARRIOR ❤️ Do u mind if I ask if you were NED the first time? I had a lumpectomy and had a tiny bit of residual.. thus the 6 months of oral chemo. Thank you for sharing your journey. Your strength and words are inspiring !!

[@MarinaBlackford]

Thank you! I was NED after my first time so this was a surprise.

[@karenknight9565]

@@MarinaBlackford Thank you for getting back to me Marina.I worry a lot about recurrence... it’s my biggest mental challenge. Your journey brings me strength!💪🏻 ❤️I really appreciate you sharing !

[@marilynesteban9761]

Thank u for all this... Is the same with oral chemo? Thankss

[@MarinaBlackford]

Oral chemo or a pill can cause fatigue and nausea most common. I would ask your doctors or nurses what to expect. Be well!

[@claudiahorner4692]

Love her!

[@jamiewhite8608]

May i ask you a question about hair and chemo i jus did my 3rd round of carbol taxol and was wondering if while on chemo and hair trys to grow back does that mean chemo not working

[@MarinaBlackford]

My hair did start to grow back a little during taxol. It does not mean it’s not working though. You just have good hair! But seriously I wouldn’t worry about it. Ask your oncologist too.

[@jamiewhite8608]

@@MarinaBlackford thank you so much for replying your such an inspiration

[@susanehlava3808]

Awesome 💖

[@donnawysocki8259]

God bless you and heal you in Jesus name

[@crazyentertainment3298]

🙏

[@nesthi]

❤️

[@jessicavandervelde-vissche1365]

😘

[@OchoaKMP]

😍😭🙏🏼🙏🏼🙏🏼💪🏼✝️