Dismissed For Being "Too Young" For Breast Cancer -

[@maureen3770]

Makes me SO MAD that patients are treated this way. I’m so glad that you had the ability to get a private scan and met the angel who saved your life with the diagnosis. But still - it should it be that way. Wishing you health and happiness for many years to come.

[@ThePatientStory]

thanks for listening to her story!

[@doriasalmon4790]

I am so mad at the doctor who did the hand exam and told you it’s not cancer, I’m fuming. He should not get away with this, he needs to be held accountable because otherwise he will do same to others

[@margiemckenna8200]

I have followed thisbeautiful courageous lady on her cancer journey and she really is an inspiration to others,such a kind,beautiful,intelligent woman,who by telling her story has heped thousands of people,i really hope she lives until old age,to se her kids grow upand get married and have kids of their own,well done dee,we love you x

[@mish5151]

I was also told the same at age 33. I feel like suing the doctor everyday

[@RustyShakleford1]

Sue his ass

[@RustyShakleford1]

Definitely sue him

[@mish5151]

@@RustyShakleford1 i am in Canada. I don't know what will they make about it. He kept on saying you won't get it and then got angry when i called him because i was in a lot of pain due to cancer. I am stage 4 now. He never took a stand for me but instead gaslighted me. I hope to take revenge soon.

[@RustyShakleford1]

@mish5151 I am in canada too an in a similar situation with a mycobacterial infection...I'm gonna sue

[@ruthbertorelli1290]

My daughter was misdiagnosed when she was 28 and went almost a year until on her 29th birthday, in 2006, she got a diagnosis of stage 3 breast cancer in her left breast... it had spread to the lymph nodes all down her arm... I'm a nurse, and I insisted she begin a lawsuit! She did, and it took 7 years for her case to be determined, but eventually, she won her lawsuit! Her cancer returned again in 2021 on the right side, and she had to go through the chemo, the surgery, and radiation all over again... Even though she went through all of that again, she is doing extremely well now! She was also advised not to have any children because her cancer was being fueled by estrogen!! She had a hysterectomy to stop the estrogen production completely she obviously didn't want the cancer to return a 3rd time!

[@joeyk5]

So many people can learn from Dee. All the best to her

[@theresa94010]

Indeed. I am definitely learning from Dee, she is so inspiring !!!

[@ThePatientStory]

thank you for the kind comment :)

[@watchthisheadspace]

She's on KZbin! Fantastic channel

[@kristiebrewer]

I started watching Dee’s videos in 2018 when I was diagnosed with Stage 3 triple negative (BRCA negative though). I absolutely adore her. She helped me SO much. What a light she is to those of us that face this diagnosis. I’m very sad that her cancer came back and I truly wish her and her family all the best. Though my outcome has been positive I continue to watch her videos. I’m just so proud of her, what she’s been through and continues to go through. ❤

[@DeeDoherty]

Kristie!! You cutie 😘 I’m sooo glad you’re doing well!

[@kristiebrewer]

@@DeeDoherty 💕❤️Adore you. Keep your chin up girlie (I know you will). 😘

[@Ceerads]

It can’t be triple negative if she was/is on hormonal therapy. Her cancer is probably at least ER-positive.

[@DeeDoherty]

@@Ceerads no she is saying she watched my videos when SHE was diagnosed with TNBC

[@Ceerads]

@@DeeDoherty 🤦‍♀️ Thank you! Apology.

[@TheyfoundRickGrimes]

I ve followed Dees story since I was diagnosed last year , shes amazing. Sharing her treatment and experiences was very helpful for me (and I’m sure many others!). Was gutted to hear about her latest diagnosis- but she seems to be handling it so well, What an inspirational lady!! ✨ Stay strong Dee! 💪 wishing you and your family all the very best for the future ✨

[@rebeccakarlsson1395]

I adore this. Such encouragement. Such wisdom. Such strength. You are living proof that life can be wonderfully lived no matter WHAT. What a bright light you are Dee. Thank you for sharing yourself with us. You are a gift to so many❤

[@olgaherdova3206]

You are very intelligent and amazingly strong woman. It was a pleasure to listen to your story. I wish you all the best. Enjoy your life as much as possible ❤

[@ThePatientStory]

thank you for the kind comment :)

[@vetfred1977]

I love your attitude. It’s so encouraging. My sister has breast cancer, I’m trying to find inspiration for her in these videos. Yours was really one of the best. Thanks for sharing your journey 🙏🏽

[@DeeDoherty]

@@vetfred1977 thank you! The Patient Story is sooo important for this reason!! I’ve followed so many people after watching them here!

[@ThePatientStory]

we do too!

[@mimihorne3840]

​@@DeeDohertycouldn't agree more - you're brilliant - vulnerable, honest and courageous - you ooze the appeal of someone who's been through it and grown from it - well done you!! 🎉

[@AS-yz2iz]

I'm so sorry. Public health care stinks. My son had leukemia, and he had the red devil, along with 4 orher chemos. Chemo is tough. My son also had PTSD after treatment, as did I, to a lesser degree. He's doing better now, though. I hope and pray you're doing well.

[@deirdrekiely6187]

Private Healthcare stinks too!! Most people can barely afford it!!

[@ThePatientStory]

so glad to hear he is doing well!

[@AS-yz2iz]

@@ThePatientStory Thanks so much. And I love what you do with these stories. Very informative.

[@jodiprofdanglais]

You’re amazng, Dee! Thanks for sharing now and in your videos… Your channel was one of the things that helped me THE MOST going through my treatment 💕

[@PaulVetter-g2r]

I have been following your channel for a while. It's great that you are sharing your experience on The Patient Story. First, your story is a good lesson in how to take charge and advocate for yourself when the health care system is brushing you off. Second, it gives others hope that they can do as well as you are now while stage 4.

[@DeeDoherty]

Thanks Paul!!

[@ThePatientStory]

thank you for listening to her story!

[@donnamiley6778]

My momma is going through cancer now. It helps to watch videos of people who have good outlooks, etc. Good luck to you Dee.

[@debfaulkner9142]

We as women need to really advocate for each other, thankfully Dee had a Angel looking out for her. In 2024 we shouldn't doubt a woman's intuition Breast Cancer doesn't have a age limit. That's the old days, let's do better.

[@ThePatientStory]

agreed!

[@persephoned9]

Very informative. Interesting how they were calling it "cardiac pain" even if you knew that that wasn't it and even told them. Thanks for sharing, Dee❤

[@tracymcgrath1192]

❤ from Boston Mass. I’m so so sorry. Not fair. Your boys are gorgeous. 🫶🏻🫶🏻🙏🙏🌹

[@amandagonzalez6549]

Your story touched my heart, Dee. I really hope and pray you’re doing well. You’re so right about choosing to be happy, and creating a good life. It matters so much even through these hard times. You’re so strong and amazing. Wishing you all the best!!❤🎀

[@roxiegs348]

Thank you for sharing your story. You are beautiful and I’m so glad you are living! Like truly living. Congratulations. Some people don’t live because they are too afraid of what could happen, even if they were never diagnosed with a terrible disease. Honestly, we are all dying, but some know why and others have no clue. Live a good life. Take care of yourselves, feed your body good food, but LIVE!

[@DeeDoherty]

@@roxiegs348 exactly Roxie! 💯❤️

[@ThePatientStory]

thank you for the kind comment :)

[@mariaiosif741]

Thank you Dee for another video…i followed you during my treatments for TNBC, they helped me a lot!! Now, this lessson that you gave me through your words about the fear for cancer coming back…thank you thank you thank you! I struggle every day with that fear, even I am ok now.Thanks to the Channel here for the wonderful stories in a hopefull way!!

[@ThePatientStory]

we love to hear that we can be a resource to so many! thank you :)

[@sarahdermody6665]

What a courageous and inspiring woman x

[@vocalone8182]

Yay! Dee! I've watched your channel years ago when I got TNBC! You are so exceptional and your story needs to be told! I'm so glad to see you again! Please take care God nless!❤

[@desiertoscacti5388]

She is an amazing story teller and I admire her positive attitude. Wishing her the very best, may this journey be one of light and strength.

[@Cactus_Reef]

You are amazing Dee and you’re helping so many who need answers. I hope more people find you ❤

[@DeeDoherty]

@@Cactus_Reef ❤️❤️❤️

[@ThePatientStory]

thank you for the kind comment :)

[@lisawhite3648]

God Bless you!!,You are Positive and you Really advocated for Yourself!!Your a Rockstar!!Love from Philly USA

[@ThePatientStory]

yes she is!

[@emmainjapan]

Very inspiring video. Wishing all the best for you and your family.

[@ThePatientStory]

thank you for the kind comment :)

[@Sharon-marie]

I had cancer around 8 years ago and at that time my consultant told me because it was skin cancer it was basically the best cancer because it won't travel to any of my organs but after doing my own research I found out he was wrong and yes skin cancer can now pop up anywhere in my body at anytime, even though it won't show as skin cancer because it would not be in my skin but somewhere else and another form of cancer. So yes go with your instincts and listen to your body not your doctors. How dare they just dismiss you who do they think they are? Because they're not always right obviously, but they think they're always right and know everything. I'm so sorry for you and your family xx

[@jamiejones8508]

Fwiw I’m pretty sure that it depends on what type of skin cancer. Basal skin carcinoma is a very different prospect from melanoma, especially if caught early. Best of luck!

[@ThePatientStory]

always listen to your body- yes!!

[@karencallesto9321]

My daughter was diagnosed at 30 stage 2 idc breast cancer found lump went to primary did nothing because of age lucky was smart got second opinion went to obgyn ran tests and went from stage 2 to 3 after full mastectomy. It's crazy thank you for sharing your story blessings to you and your family ❤

[@sarahterry2140]

I’ve watched your channel in the past and when this episode first started I was so happy to see it was you. You’re an amazing woman who was strong and intelligent in advocating for herself and I wish you good health!

[@DeeDoherty]

Thank you Sarah! ❤ Hope you’re well

[@ThePatientStory]

thank you for listening to her story!

[@SusanReik-r5o]

I truly love you Dee❤ you are such a gift to anyone fortunate enough to come across your videos! My wish for you is many years of stability and good times with your lovely family😊

[@DeeDoherty]

@@SusanReik-r5o hurray! Thanks for the wish Susan … I’m right there with you on that one!!! ✨❤️

[@ThePatientStory]

thank you for the kind comment :)

[@sandravaughn534]

I'm so sorry that happened to you. So glad someone helped you find out about the cancer. Because you had a gut feeling. And you were absolutely right. I was diagnosed with stage 3b triple negative breast cancer in 2021. I had chemo treatments, surgery, radiation treatment and immunotherapy. I'm cancer free now. I'm praying for you and others dealing with breast cancer. Take care sweetheart and God bless you. ❤❤

[@DeeDoherty]

Hurray Sandra!! 🫂

[@fb-rp4cb]

Same story here triple negative stage 2 no BRACA no family history chemo lumpectomy radiation was very anemic during chemo and had to have iron infusions along with red devil and 3 other meds just had another 6 month follow up all tests aren’t back yet 3 years in remission but 🙏🏻 for the future. Good thoughts for you Dee keep up the fight

[@OisinMcCrory-s6v]

I hope Dee is doing alright.

[@DeeDoherty]

Doing great!

[@melissalynn.]

⁠❤

[@Ceerads]

@@DeeDoherty Your sons are gorgeous!

[@Crazywreathlady]

I am also stage 4 so I understand this journey. 💗💗💗

[@ThePatientStory]

we wish you the best moving forward in your own journey!

[@Crazywreathlady]

@@ThePatientStory Thank you!💗

[@DeeDoherty]

Also I said bi lateral!! It was NOT bi lateral it was uni lateral - sorry!!! 😅😅

[@angelagates3525]

Where was the pain located when you first started feeling it? I have been experiencing pain and the doctor told me it was just muscle and gave me a shot of steroid for it but the pain hasn’t gone away.

[@DeeDoherty]

@@angelagates3525 it was where the tumour was. If there’s a pain without explanation maybe ask for imaging to be done? MRI?

[@chrismckernan6945]

What an amazing inspirational woman you are Dee. ❤ Thank you for sharing. My sister had triple negative BC. She fought many battles on that journey with no known successful treatment at the time. 😢

[@DeeDoherty]

@@chrismckernan6945 I’m so sorry Chris! TNBC is terrifying to me and I genuinely feel so lucky that my specific type can be targeted! Cancer is soooo 💩 and is ruthless and I’m so sorry you lost your sister 💔

[@chrismckernan6945]

@@DeeDoherty Thank you 🙏 My sister used to say - I am LIVING with cancer. Yes cancer is 💩, cruel and unfair. I have followed you since your first diagnosis. You’re a gem! So authentic. Keep going.

[@cm20224]

Dee you are amazing , I love your honesty. Thank you ❤

[@sueshiles1169]

God bless you on this journey!!

[@ThePatientStory]

thank you for the kind comment :)

[@StevenCasper-o4n]

Praying for you and your family.

[@LittleBlueFish87]

I know since finishing treatment I’m an anxious hot mess all the time. My breast cancer was mild compared to yours. I was only Stage 1 and didn’t have to do chemo. You are right that you are not the same person afterwards. I’m still trying to get my footing and figure out just who I am after cancer treatment.

[@DeeDoherty]

Do not down play it my lovely… cancer is cancer! I’m very glad you caught it early and you didn’t have to do chemo - but all the emotions and the trauma and everything else is the same! 🫂❤️

[@ednafernandesyi]

Amazing and what an incredible and courageous lady.....sending much love and amd healing your way💜🤎💙

[@jess_lynn989]

Oh Dee I am sending lots of blessings to you and your boys and hope only good things are to your way! You are stronger than cancer, you got this!

[@sekinatparry9883]

You are amazing, stay well X

[@ThePatientStory]

thank you for the kind comment :)

[@Ceerads]

Thank you for this excellent video. Your attitude towards your stage IV is so helpful. I’m so glad for you that because of your persistence (and your mother’s), you found medical people who’d take your seriously. This breast cancer survivor in Brooklyn sends you wishes for a bright and happy life. Btw, I was in Dublin (and Lisdoonvarna) in 1969.

[@DeeDoherty]

Thank you so much, hope you’re doing really well! And what were you doing in Ireland?? 😅

[@Ceerads]

@@DeeDoherty Thank you! So far, I am. Back then, my friend and I were 21 and in Europe, the U.K., and Ireland on vacation. We went to the Guinness brewery, and stayed in the Royal Spa Hotel in Lisdoonvarna. Went to a “Medieval” castle. Petted a bull calf in a meadow. Ferry to Aran Islands (got seasick, almost worse than chemo). Great time!

[@DeeDoherty]

@@Ceerads that sounds fabulous!! Hope you got yourself an Aran sweater!!

[@Ceerads]

@@DeeDoherty Thank you! Unfortunately, I didn’t (too broke then 😂). We were with a tour group of young people, mostly from Germany, Spain, and France. My friend and I couldn’t afford to take one of those carts that went around the Islands, so we walked around. A priest gave us a lift back to the ferry landing, where we met the others.

[@ASH-T786]

I'm from uk definitely agree with we are in dark ages i was also told i was to young to have breast cancer only took me to have a seizure at work to take me seriously and check me turned out stage 3 breast cancer which was aggressive 😢i didnt even have time to freeze my eggs had to start chemo with 15 days of getting my results. Wish I found your volgs while I was having my chemo operation and radiotherapy just finishing my 18th round of targeted therapy. I am emotional wrack at the moment waiting on waiting list since January for counselling

[@DeeDoherty]

Aw Ash. I’m so sorry! I really hope you get your counselling appointment soon 🤞🤞❤️

[@RachelHarder-rp8io]

Mind if I ask why the cancer caused a seizure ? Did u have central nervous system/spine issues ?

[@ASH-T786]

​@@DeeDohertythank you ❤

[@ASH-T786]

​@@RachelHarder-rp8io The doctors couldn't figure out why I was getting the seizures luckily since finishing my chemo I haven't had any do struggle to walk due to fatigue and nurupthay but since finishing radiotherapy I seem to lose my voice just waiting for brain MRI 🤞

[@northsouth252]

Good on you Dee.

[@diannecousins2321]

Amazing lay

[@iSnugglez]

Sending you so much love Dee. ❤🙏🏽❤️ thank you for sharing your story and being so raw an honest. We are in the waiting game now with my mom, they suspect lymphoma stage 3 but we need a biopsy. And it's so scary but hearing your story gave me something to hold unto. Wishing you the best ❤

[@Lilyzoe28]

This channel and it's exploratory teaching has been a major drive for me as I give back 50% of my weekly earning ($32,000) to the sick old ones in my neighborhood. God bless America 🇺🇸

[@GeorgeOleary1410]

God bless you more abundantly for your generosity

[@GeorgeOleary1410]

But how do you earn that much weekly? I'm genuinely curious

[@Lilyzoe28]

Big thanks to Kathleen Mary Vella

[@Lilyzoe28]

She's a licensed broker here in the states 🇺🇸

[@Lilyzoe28]

Her top notch guidance and expertise on digital market changed the game for me

[@cathylaycock5598]

I hate it when Drs say a patient is too young for cancers! Cancer doesn’t care what your age is! To me, these Drs are idiots and really need to be educated properly for various cancers and knock it into their heads that age doesn’t matter! I had gaslighting from GPs regarding my vascular disease and finally seeing vascular surgeons. 2 surgeries since then.

[@DeeDoherty]

@@cathylaycock5598 I’m so sorry you went through that! 💔

[@cathylaycock5598]

@@DeeDoherty thank you Dee. Keep as well as you can. 😊💗🇨🇦

[@Dublin1008]

I wish you all the best❤❤❤❤❤

[@neptuneenergy123]

Its so crazy! I am loosing more and more faith in the health care system and Dr's. Hope ypu are doing well love

[@jewlzd5086]

I love fiery red hair! Cancer sucks 😢

[@mollymac8678]

You’re one of those annoying people who can rock any hair colour I see..while simultaneously kicking cancer into the long grass and being the best mum to your lovely boys..and long may that continue DeeDoherty⭐️❤️ thankfully you went with your gut and acted on it..but it’s chilling to think how many people this happens to now especially with the rundown services then throw in the covid backlogging everything..

[@evarodriguezalequin5705]

It gets me upset when Dr.s don't go an extra mile or dismiss things that are very important to patients. Im also sick and tire of reading or watching how medical insurances prefer for people to drop dead instead of authorizing tests and procedures to save lives.

[@DeeDoherty]

Hahaha Molly I needed this!! Honestly, when I saw this video and my hair (which I have changed since then) I was thinking WTF!! This is the “my hair is coming out in chunks and I don’t know what to do with it” look!

[@candyvigil550]

It's scary the way you were originally dismissed. You just want them to take you seriously. Thank God for those who finally fought for you.

[@maxine3587]

My daughter was diagnosed at 25. She was told it was probably a milk duct, as she was pregnant. Her baby would absolutely not feed from the breast thst had the lump.

[@jamiejones8508]

This is a true tragedy. I don’t know much about Irish healthcare, but I’m shocked. This is why I’ve reluctantly got private health cover…because time can be of the essence :-(

[@annagarza7299]

Our 7 yr old son was diagnosed with cancer osteosarcoma 😭😩💔 and it would not have shown up in bloodwork as breast would not either and it’s unfortunate that doctors do not listen unless YOU LIE AND SAY YES OSTEOSARCOMA OR BREAST CANCER RUNS IN MY FAMILY THEN THEY JUST UP AND SAY OKAY THIS COULD BE SERIOUS 🤬🤬

[@jamiejones8508]

Sadly it’s a good point. As far as I know there’s currently no way for them to know your family history in the UK. Worth noting if it goes in your medical records, it can be shared with future insurers though so prob best to use judiciously :-0

[@cathyl4622]

I do mammograms and I had a 24 year old young lady with breast cancer. Don't give up. If you think something is wrong, see another doctor.

[@dianeschultz1782]

Dear Dee, I hope you live forever, you and your family. Psalms 37:9-11, 29 is a promise from God you can live forever. Revelation 21:3, 4 speaks of God's promise for no more pain or death, right here on earth. I wish you all the best for you and yours! Love, Diane

[@TheMic74key]

I have been following you on your journey and you have helped me so much get through this really challenging diagnosis’s….i just wish and pray for you to be NED…I cannot understand why a doctor just won’t order a test…it’s not coming out of his pocket….i mean who goes to the doctor to fake this to get needles and tests…it’s agonizing….so if someone is begging for something….what kind of power trip are you on to say no…..our tax dollars pay into these health systems so he has a job…..and he obviously didn’t vocalize an apology….but I do pray he always remembered what he did wrong to you…..so the next person doesn’t have to go through this…..

[@DeeDoherty]

Oh I know he’s seen the videos! The hospital tried to stop me from making videos 😅 But no… no apology

[@TheMic74key]

@@DeeDoherty wow….how did they know? I’m so glad you continued going forward with that….as others would be fearful….some people just trust everything their doctor says…

[@autumnsmith3585]

They also wonder why malpractice insurance is so high.

[@marydrummond8832]

Thank you for Sharing … 15 October 2024 . 🙏 and ♥️

[@aggigreen7603]

Love you forever ❤

[@ejazahmed5367]

Pray for fast recovery ameen

[@carmencorleto1479]

That is so messed up. Misdiagnosed in the USA it's a lawsuit.

[@susanarmento2591]

🙏🏻❤️

[@ejazahmed5367]

Stay blessed with health ameen

[@tanyadawnwalker3675]

🙏🏼❤️🙌🏼❤️🥺😇

[@andreabrowneyes3534]

I'm 52 newly diagnosed with breast cancer, dr need to Stop putting age limit on when women can have mammogram, cancer has no age limit.

[@odettec1]

Gee you poor gal, the way you were treated through all the time trying to get the correct diagnosis that you new all along is shameful the system is shameful. Geez what a sad story....when are patients going to be listened to?!!!!!!

[@ninap6893]

My cousin had it at 25 and a double mastectomy.

[@michelesnoopy]

People are better taken care of in the so-called thirld world countries...!!!

[@kazikazkaz8007]

🩷

[@012345678982877]

She looks great