I Thought It Was Hemorrhoids But It Was Cancer - Casandra | Stage 4 Colon Cancer | The Patient Story

[@JimFG]

Stage 4 does NOT mean terminal. Best wishes for you and your family!!

[@libidooverdrive]

True. If it's a certain type.

[@ThePatientStory]

YES! 👏

[@sheiladixey4584]

Yes, it definitely is not. For example, Michael Strayhan’s twin daughter just went into remission from stage 4 brain cancer.

[@simonjusticier333]

Remission does not mean cured. Stage 4 with some exceptions for the most part is terminal, especially if there's metastasis.

[@tredjesongen]

​@@simonjusticier333Well. I had that. 20 yrs ago! Still nothing more.

[@nitzabutler913]

You are a brave soul. I am a colon cancer survivor. Mind was caught because my appendix was bad at the age of 35. They found a tumor. I did chemotherapy and I am now 70 years old. Praying for you. God bless you.

[@chelciewentzel8191]

i’m praying for you always ❤

[@dianepeck3470]

I had the same.

[@chelciewentzel8191]

@ praying for you

[@oudogs]

@@nitzabutler913 wish more people thought this way

[@carolineheadifen8763]

May Our Lord Jesus be with you on this journey Amem

[@hopieelliott6053]

We found out in September 2024 that our sister has stage 4 colon cancer. It was discovered during surgery she was getting adhesions removed. She had a CT scan previously that revealed some other suspicious looking spots. During her surgery, cancer was found on her ovaries, lymph nodes and colon. It also spread onto her peritoneal wall. So I can totally relate to your story. She has had her first round of chemo and goes in for her second round today. God help you and our sister too. Both of you are loved more than you'll ever know.❤❤

[@christyborkowski6866]

Sending and saying prayers for you sister 🙏🏻🙏🏻🙏🏻

[@zuleykaayala8405]

My husband was diagnosed with stage 4 crc this past June. It has been really tough for our family, we are 1st time parents, our baby is 10 months, he spent 1 month in NICCU, and we were blaming him being exhausted to that, we were traveling every day to the hospital, finally he decided to go to ER and that's when we received the bad news. I pray every day for everyone who is fighting this disease, for the doctors and scientists to find better treatments. No one can imagine what is to go through cancer, how devastated it is for the person suffering from it, but also for the family. I will pray for your sister 🙏

[@christyborkowski6866]

@ aww I’m Sorry to hear this sweetie sending and saying prayers 🙏🏻🙏🏻🙏🏻🙏🏻 I work in the medical field and have for 40 years , it breaks my heart to see not only the elderly patients go through these situations but now the younger generation , I’m 58 and have lost a lot of friends my age to the (c) word , and lately seeing more and more of the younger generations going through what your husband is going through ! It breaks my 💔and is starting to take a toll on me , emotionally , physically and mentally ! I’m at the point I’m ready to retire ! 🙏🏻🙏🏻🙏🏻

[@fam5]

@@zuleykaayala8405hi! I was also diagnosed with colon cancer stage 4 on April of last year. After chemotherapy and surgery, I am in remission, so please don’t loose hope. God bless you and your husband

[@zuleykaayala8405]

@christyborkowski6866 it is heartbreaking, honestly. My husband is 41 y/o, never smoked or drink alcohol. He used to play soccer 3 times a week, eating healthy. Basically, doctors are describing his situation as a "gene lottery" for cancer because it was no reason for him to have that. I have my trust and hopes in God

[@maureenbacigalupo]

I thought I had hemorrhoids and it hurt when I went to the bathroom. Bleeding also. My doctor said he thought it was hemorrhoids too Finally after a year of suffering I pursued a rectal doctor who gave me a colonoscopy. First one. I hade stage 2 anal cancer. I took it upon my self to see him. Thank God I did. You really need to be involved in your health. I’m in remission. 5 years. I went to all my appointments and followed my cancer doctor’s instructions. Very grateful

[@chelciewentzel8191]

@@maureenbacigalupo i’m sending my love and prayers 🙏🏻✝️❤️

[@samanthaorologio6866]

oh my goodness. first hand relatable. you, i mean. to her story. and thank you for sharing. i wish there was anything GOOD to say to someone in this situation, its not freaking fair. fuck cancer. i’m so sorry you were made victim to its monstrosity and i KNOW you can kick it in the ass. it’s so not fair. i came for another reason too though… okay can i ask a personal question? VERRRRRY PERSONAL… i wanted to ask her immediately too but i have no access to her so im glad to have found your comment because i panicked instantly. when yall say “rectal bleeding”…. do we mean when you wipe and it’s coming from a lesion on the body’s surface orrrrr you just happen to see it in the toilet on the poopies?…. i never come back and look for replies but i will this one. i hope you respond. ❤

[@alyssa6717]

I’m so sorry! You’re in my prayers! About 6 wks before I found out I was pregnant, the father of my baby found out he has lung cancer. That was in June of this year. Since then, it has spread to his brain and prostate. It’s definitely not looking good and after everything he’s already been through in his life (he’s a firefighter and he did 4 tours in Iraq, Afghanistan, n some other places over there that he can’t tell me about) it just seems like he lost his fight. I’m praying that since he’s wanted a Son more than anything, that once our Son is born, it will give him even more of a reason to fight. I think this baby is a gift. I got pregnant with an IUD in and I was told there was a very small chance he would survive, but he did and he’s already grown so much. I’m just praying his Dad pulls through and can be here to see him grow up. I’ll pray for you and your family🙏🏻 Don’t stop fighting!!!!❤❤❤

[@hedgiemum5778]

I've just said a prayer for you all. I hope and pray that your partner recovers. I'm sure your son will give him the motivation and strength to pull through. Sending you all my love and a huge hug xoxo

[@debiwillis9045]

Get ivermectin and fenbendazole in him...start now!

[@Nancy-xg9nc]

He should file for VA benefits & disability. Your child will be eligible for survivor's benefits. I'm so sorry...

[@janetrogers4738]

Please look into benefits related to burn pits etc. Fire fighters also in some states have benefits since sone cancers are so much higher in firefighters. Prayers for miracles for him, your baby and you!

[@alyssa6717]

@@Nancy-xg9nc They’re fighting him for disability!🤦🏻‍♀️ it’s crazy how our vets are treated once they come home and are the ones who need help.

[@Sandy-jc3vv]

My 75 yr old best friend had stage four colon cancer, she had surgery and she said the Lord gave her 3 scriptures that she religiously prayed over her self, she is now 89 and cancer free❤

[@elizabethbrown4972]

Do you know which three scriptures she was given? Perhaps they could be helpful to others😊

[@Sandy-jc3vv]

@ No but I will try to find out

[@elizabethbrown4972]

@@Sandy-jc3vv That would be helpful. Thank you

[@Sandy-jc3vv]

Nahum 1:19 2nd Cor 5:7 2nd Cor 4:17 my friend said the Holy Spirit could impress different ones though on each individual..

[@PeaceIsJesusChrist]

God’s Word is powerful!!! Psalm 103:20 tells us that when we pray scripture aloud, angels go to work to make it happen! There are many healing scriptures in the Bible! ❤

[@adrianasalerno5228]

You rock the shaved head look! Not everybody does. Good luck and best wishes for a long life.

[@ThePatientStory]

thank you for the kind comment!

[@hannahhughes4801]

​@@ThePatientStoryit really does suit you ❤

[@ginagoughenour811]

It really does suit you! You’re absolutely gorgeous!!! Wow!!!! Praying for you everyday ❤

[@darlenepietzak9847]

I am older, but my family has a colon cancer gene. My father and grandfather had it. I have been getting colonoscopys for 25 years. My last one was this past August and they found 3 pre cancerous tumors. Please, keep getting info out. Colonoscopys can make the difference. I pray that you will do well. I am a breast cancer survivor and I wouldn't have made it through without God in my life. God Bless you and your family. 🙏❤

[@cipriandobrea7369]

May I ask how often you get colonoscopies?

[@darlenepietzak9847]

@cipriandobrea7369 I was getting every 3 years, but because I had pre cancerous ones removed in August, I have to have one in a year. If that one is clear, then back to 3 years. My siblings go every 3 years as well.

[@ThePatientStory]

that's awesome you're so proactive with your health!

[@helenaroman1543]

You’re right. Early detection is key. These are wise words. Praying for you 🙏

[@marjoriefrance3602]

​@@cipriandobrea7369it usually starts at 45 to 50 and every 10 years after unless there's a medical problem.

[@caveman770]

I was diagnosed with Stage 4 Colon cancer in 2013. Pretty much the same symptoms as you. I had surgery to remove the tumor in the colon. Six month's of chemo like yours. after a year I had a recurrence. Surgery on the liver. Then more chemo. Lastly I had Hipec Chemo Therapy. That was the game changer for me. Each time you have a recurrence the prognoses gets worse. But now I am 8 years past. No cancer in my body! Always keep up the fight. Its worth it! Don't lose hope! Don't believe to much what you read on the internet!

[@joanne231]

That is wonderful you are doing great! I am a stage 4 rectal cancer survivor, 14 years since my diagnosis, 8 years now of being cancer free, no evidence of disease.

[@susanmcconnell6041]

PRAYING FOR YOU, SWEETIE!!! ❤❤🙏🙏🙏🙏 My husband was diagnosed with a rare, inoperable cancer, Feb, 2024. He is doing chemo every other week.

[@ThePatientStory]

we are thinking of you and your husband during this difficult time :(

[@susanmcconnell6041]

@ThePatientStory Thank you!!!

[@judithcarre4196]

I’ve had the same matasticising Adenocarcinoma, beginning with stage 4 in September 2023. After colon surgery and immunotherapy (Keytruda) I am cancer free (Dec 2024). I also confronted the emotional distress of disease. It’s critical to do so. Bless you in your fight. ❤❤❤

[@ginabirch4428]

I will be praying for you and hoping that your treatment shrinks or destroys the tumors. My husband has been fighting Stage 4 Liver Cancer for 8 years and is tumor free right now so there is hope for you!

[@rhondalane8011]

You are a warrior girl ❤ yes trust in your doctor's and medical team is si important! Back in the day when someone you knew was diagnosed with cancer everyone always assumed death. But not today sweety! Cancer treatments have came so far! People are not dying with cancer but living with it. Praying your fight is not ti big of a battle. That you have a full and quick recovery! ❤

[@ThePatientStory]

forever grateful for the minds behind evolving science and cancer treatment :)

[@melodyjarrell-nx5du]

Prayers for you. You are beautiful!! Not everyone can pull off bald but you are stunning.

[@catherinepalmer2900]

She really is stunning being bald, praying for her healing. 🙏

[@ThePatientStory]

yes she is!

[@bluesmoke8826]

She's beautiful in and out. Seems like a kind soul

[@spookykiwi70]

I found Casandra on Instagram when she was sharing her story. She is such a light, even in this hard place she’s in while fighting. She’s truly an inspiration.

[@ThePatientStory]

glad you are able to follow her journey!

[@JoyceKreis]

Thank you for posting this..I also have colon cancerwhich was removed and came back. I have no support..glad you are feeling better❤❤❤

[@DreuThomas-tf2ts]

I'm really sorry you don't have support 😢

[@MarchOosthuizen]

Hi Joyce I’m sorry to hear that your cancer has returned and I will pray for you for healing and strength. Jesus’s angels are watching over you always ❤

[@ThePatientStory]

we are so sorry to hear this. many social workers at the hospital can help you find support groups and check social media!

[@carolynfansler3451]

Praying you will find a church that will come around you with Love & Support. ❤🙏

[@tyishyabrown1075]

What state do you live in? Maybe you can check for local groups in your area. ❤ prayers going up. 🙏🏾

[@michellem4925]

Diagnosed with stage 3 rectal cancer 1 year ago. Oral chemo radiation and surgery August of this year. My margins and lymph nodes clear. Hang in there God is with you and I’m praying for you

[@bobjacobson858]

I will pray for you--that you may win this battle!

[@ThePatientStory]

thank you for thinking of her!

[@CathyWearstler]

Thank you for telling your story. Prayers for your complete healing in your journey.

[@ThePatientStory]

thank you for listening :)

[@diirving6587]

KZbin

[@andreaparke4899]

I don’t know how you sound so calm when personally I would be panicking every minute of the day. So much braver than I would be.

[@ThePatientStory]

she is so brave!

[@BostonMA781]

I’ve been avoiding making appointments for some concerning symptoms and truly believe this video showed up on my feed for a reason. This was the message I needed to prioritize my health. Thank you for sharing your story. Sending you strength and prayers 🙏🏻🤍

[@saraha5070]

You are very brave telling your story so early on in your journey! Prayers for a complete response to chemo

[@daggiedoo65]

Best of wishes to you and your family. I have been fighting with multiple cancer diagnosis over the last two plus years. I always thought how lucky for me they caught it early. Last week I learned my stage one urothelial carcinoma, caught at early had metastasized to my lungs - next week I meet with my new medical oncologist. Like you it is so important to have good doctors who you can speak with, and know when to walk away from those who put up red flags. I really haven't shared my story of strive and hope, somewhat difficult to talk about - but 9 surgeries later, perhaps I will grow comfortable and share all the good and bad about cancer. Fight on - that is my plan.

[@beckicox8804]

Your story really hit home! My husband was diagnosed with the exact same thing, watching your story was like his diagnosis and journey word for word. He was diagnosed a year ago and things are looking great. I'm praying for you to have a great outcome as well! It is possible ❤!

[@9critterchris877]

You are SO beautiful! You’re not alone. You are held in the hand of God. He loves you along with all the other support you have. Praying blessings upon you! 🙏🏻♥️🙏🏻

[@ruerobbins3909]

She is so smart and beautiful and INSPIRING!!! Prayers for this beautiful lady and little family!!

[@jeanherbert1147]

I am glad that you shared your story. My sister who is 77 recently discovered that she has kidney cancer. Like you she is very positive and is taking it one day at a time .

[@wildcatgal1]

Ugh I’m sorry to hear that. How was she diagnosed?

[@chema-e2t]

i found out i have multiple myeloma 2 months ago , no symptoms at all except severe anemia, i am a male 58 years old , i live in the suburbs of philly i have a great medical team takijng care of me, for now i take weekly 2 chemo shots and home chemo pills, stay strong live your life ,i have young kids as well i have to be strong for them and by the way you look darn good shaved head you can make a goooood model for summer sunglasses. i wish you the best of everything and regardless of your faith, god is very fair and generous and will take good care of you, you are young you will be fine. good luck to every cancer patient on this earth.

[@tyishyabrown1075]

❤ God Bless you and your family.

[@SouthernBelle67]

Sorry to hear off your diagnosis. My Mother also was diagnosed with MM when she was 59 & stage 3 in 1998. She also had an autologous stem cell transplant. Things have come along long way since then so not sure what’s their latest treatments are these days but I am sure they are much more advanced than before. Get well soon & I’m praying for your complete recovery & healing!🙏

[@faithf5846]

I will pray for you Casandra and your family ❤ I’m glad you have a great medical team including a loving family. You will come through this storm! By the way you are beautiful.

[@ThePatientStory]

♥♥♥

[@terri4353]

You’re an amazing beautiful brave young lady! May God bless you and your family. ❤

[@ThePatientStory]

thank you for the kind comment :)

[@tammyrenaud6561]

Your are so strong and courageous ❤. Thank you for sharing so many people need to hear this that may be experiencing the same symptoms! Keep strong and d keep fighting!

[@paulaarrigoni7543]

Oh baby girl❣️ You’re in my prayers.

[@ThePatientStory]

♥♥♥

[@Dublin1008]

I wish you complete healing ❤ sending much healing love and prayers❤

[@ThePatientStory]

thank you for the kind comment :)

[@annclinkscales8222]

​@@ThePatientStoryYou are in my thoughts and prayers! ❤❣️😷🤒

[@Katherine-ys9vj]

Thank you for sharing your story! You are in my prayers!

[@MothproofKT]

I found your channel whilst searching for answers for my own symptoms. I had a colonoscopy last year and found adenomas that can be cancerous later on. But no answers beyond that yet. I’m truly sorry cancer has hit your life. The way you’re handling it and your team and family all sound incredible. I’m wishing you nothing but the best with your ongoing treatment. Sending love to you and your family ❤

[@janknaepen4360]

Sending you power from a little village from the netherlands ..really really hoping things will slowly get better and you can keep positive 🙏🏻

[@Teri_kid___maybe]

tHE PHOTO OF YOU AND THE DOGS WON MY HEART THE SMILES YOU ALL HAD. IM SO HAPPY YOU GOT THROUGH IT ALL❤❤

[@philipswain4122]

I had very similar symptoms. Lots of pain, feeling very sick, lots of bowel issues. My GP said, it’s just a prolapsed haemorrhoid. Turns out it was stage 3 rectal cancer.

[@christyborkowski6866]

I’m sorry sweetie sending and saying prayers 🙏🏻🙏🏻🙏🏻

[@nancydavieau]

Wow ! Prayers for a total recovery soon

[@philipswain4122]

Thanks. I’m in remission. I don’t know what was worse; the brachytherapy radiation therapy or post ostomy surgery take down. Hopefully you don’t have the former, especially given yours is colon. Mine was low down rectal. The absolute agony was unbearable, even with a whole host of pain meds and nerve blockers. The odd thing was I had no risk factors. I don’t smoke, rarely drank, was always athletic and at the time of diagnosis, I was training for a triathlon. I likely put the pain and gut issues down to diet. It was the blood and the very sick I had that told me something was not right. I’m sure you’ve had lots of advice, but mine to you is this: become an informal patient, which reduces the fear; don’t be afraid of your emotions ( I had two major collapses on chemo): enjoy each day no matter how sick you feel; and above all remain calm and positive. You can do this. Massive hugs and support. Love Philip

[@annclinkscales8222]

OHMYGOSH! I am so sorry. I have the same symptoms. I don't have a colonoscopy until May. That's how long the waiting list is. You are in my thoughts. Prayers.

[@usmcmomsemperfi9380]

​@@annclinkscales8222Praying your test will come back cancer free!!

[@doriasalmon4790]

This video is made a bit early in her journey; lovely woman with a wonderful outlook and positivity, I feel confident she will have a good outcome with total remission and healing, God willing

[@tw2102]

I pray and believe you will beat this cancer! God almighty can heal you instantly. I was diagnosed with Leukemia in June 2023, it’s been a tough battle, the targeted therapy takes a toll on me physically, mentally and emotionally. Stay strong and I pray you will live and abundant life cancer free.

[@chicagoman393]

while getting the appropriate medical treatments, the best thing to do is to prepare the soul for the next stage by making peace with others and repenting of sins. i'll pray for you.

[@ThePatientStory]

thinking of you during your treatment!

[@ScottsdaleSushi]

More young people are getting this cancer - & other types of cancer too. Folks - we need to find out why! I have 5 grandchildren & hope we can get some answers. Thanks for sharing your journey, Cassandra. My youngest child was born in Ogden - northern Utah is beautiful!

[@streetsharksbedfordpoint6.933]

THIS 💯🙏

[@bonniedahl3156]

They're now finding out microplastics from all the water bottles and what we store and how everything is in plastic is getting into our tissues and that could be one of the reasons why we're getting cancer, as well as the pesticides and the processed foods.

[@VictoriaSerrano-ok6yk]

Thank you for the tip on the plastic water bottle! I’m no longer purchasing them! What an eye opener!

[@ex8280]

Covid. Get vaccinated, or updated if you already are.

[@ex8280]

@@bonniedahl3156 Funny thing is here in cali, they banned plastics bag to help with the plastic situation, only to sell it back to us for 10 cents a piece. A nice really thick one too.

[@cstrueb1]

You are brave sharing your story and I’m cheering for you! I hope the treatment works and they can remove the tumor with clear margins!!

[@momo43momo66]

Hello,I hope that you know you are rocking the shaved look 🥰! You will be ok❤! It's hard now but the sun is going to shine down on your life.❤

[@dawnanngallagher8495]

In Los Angeles plenty of hipsters have shaved heads and look great. You have great eyes and cheekbones. I know our hair as women is a big deal and you want shaving your head to be your style choice, but for someone who was dealing with hair loss you look beautiful. I like the idea of taking time off from your cancer to hike, look at leaves or go for a drive. Good choice!

[@annclinkscales8222]

AGREED! ❤ You are beautiful! Hang in there! Bless you. ❤

[@Mia444]

I wish you shrinkage of the tumors and successful surgery if it comes to that. Please come back and update us. Love to you and your family.

[@ThePatientStory]

she is on social if you would like to follow her journey!

[@Mia444]

​@@ThePatientStory I found her, thanks!

[@stelladowsett7151]

Keep up with that positive attitude, you’re amazing.❤

[@Fazzer57]

Cassandra, we wish you strength and you will be in our prayers 🙏. With love & best wishes with your treatment from my family to yours 🌹❤️🌹 From the United Kingdom x x x x x x

[@wildjamart]

My father had colon cancer and thankfully they caught it early enough, but he was SO tired all of the time and fainted multiple times. He had a heart condition and previous heart attacks, so thank goodness they took it seriously. He had had his colonoscopy not even 6 months before that was clear!

[@maggiezechowski7693]

My husband was diagnosed with stage 4+ colon cancer. Has metastasised to his liver, multiple spots/ lesions within the liver. Still waiting to start treatment...soon I hope. Thank you for sharing your story.

[@MariaSpina-ds9ev]

Prayers your way! You are so positive ! You are going to be ok. My friends have beat it.

[@ThePatientStory]

♥♥♥

[@kellylivings3174]

Please know u r being lifted up in prayer and love ❤ daily, to our Heavenly Father, the Greatest Physician and Healer ever! I did see , just today, about how good it is for you to be on immunotherapy as well! I pray each new day is better than the last!!! U r truly my hero !!!

[@lindasacks8572]

Thank you for sharing your experiences. You are helping so many others. Bless you and keep fighting..

[@kristanarcidiacono921]

Praying for you!! You’re a rockstar and I must say you look stunning

[@caroledwards7322]

I commend you for sharing your story as many people tend to keep it a huge secret with the diagnosis like it's shameful to have a cancer disease

[@kathiekesterson9635]

Prayers for healing for you! So glad you are able to do immunotherapy along with the chemo. I have heard of great results with that. Prayers for peace too! You are rocking the shaved head! So beautiful!!

[@crystalcox5237]

My daughter found out she has cancer on January 2, 2024 at the age of 21, now 22, and it had already spread to her liver and lungs, and she was diagnosed with stage 4 colon cancer! I took her to the ER for sudden severe right shoulder pain, other than that, no symptoms, no warning signs! I wish for complete healing for you both 💙

[@christyborkowski6866]

@@crystalcox5237 prayers for your daughter 🙏🏻🙏🏻🙏🏻

[@CherryB645]

I'm so sorry

[@radamanthys1212]

Sorry to hear that, she' s way to young for this. Prayer for you daughte and yourself.

[@samriissak1204]

I am pray for your daughter 🙏

[@marlasassparilla]

Thank you for sharing your story and experiences. You are a beautiful soul ❤

[@anthonyhfe6450]

Good luck to you and thank you for sharing your story. I'm sure this youtube community will be following you and supporting you before, during, and after your recovery. 😊

[@AstroJoe-ts7qd]

My brother was diagnosed with stage iv metastatic colon cancer in 2020. His was inoperable. Tumors were in the transverse colon and the liver. At first, chemo worked well to stop the tumor growth. But then, after a year, the chemo stopped working. Because the tumor was starting to fully block the colon, the tumor was removed. All that remained were the tumors in the liver. He then went through an immunology trial that did more harm than good. But the liver was in bad shape and liver failure led to his passing. I strongly suggest that you start thinking now about finding a live liver donor. This will be key to surviving. All it takes is someone donating part of their liver that grows back very quickly anyway. I recommend viewing a patient story video where a guy got liver transplant from a live donor. He had stage iv colon cancer and he survived. The liver will be key in your journey. Godspeed and never give up 🙏

[@andreegodbout868]

Please please please everyone listen to your body! Do not brush them off or minimize your symptoms.

[@janetkolasa7791]

❤Sept 2023 I was diagnosed with stage 4 colo/rectal cancer. My story is almost identical as I truly thought it was hemorrhoids as well. I had similar treatment with the cold sensitivity and crazy side effects from the Irinotecan (very thick tongue)and went home with the pump. I finished with 28 radiation treatments and the pump stayed with me through the month of January 2024. It’s now December and I’m still feeling better daily. October scan, scopes & biopsies came back clear. Hugs to you! You have a journey in front of you but you got this!! Positivity is such a key. I try to walk 2+ miles per day (per a Mayo Clinic Dr recommendation ) and a quick 10 minute meditation. Feel free to reach out with any questions!!

[@joanne231]

Prayers for your continued healing. I am a stage 4 rectal cancer survivor. 14 years since my original diagnosis. 8 years now cancer free, no evidence of disease.

[@mpm2004]

Hey Casandra, I live in Utah. If you need anything. You and your family are in my prayers.

[@Lful101]

Prayer for complete healing! You are absolutely beautiful with or without hair! Your eyes are really accentuated with the shaved head! Stay strong!

[@tandimeyjes4297]

I have been receiving treatment for stage 4 breast cancer for 9 years. A colonoscopy in 208 showed polyps. All of 2023 I had the rectal bleeding and thought the same, hemorrhoids. March of 2024 I was diagnosed with stage 3 colon cancer, another primary, and the doctor told me that because of my compromised system, the polyps became cancer in 5 years instead of 10. Hang in there!

[@fdw1977]

I had ovarian cancer, which spread to my colon, abdominal lining, and pelvis. It was stage 3. I’m so sorry you’re going through this. You are in my prayers.

[@downhomesunset]

I have breast cancer at 50. Chemotherapy didn’t really affect me. Surgery was scary, but fine. When I got radiation therapy, it reopened my surgical wound, burned it badly. 7 months later it’s still open. The drug that they put me on to help prevent more cancer caused blood clots and now I have one in each lung. This is where I stand right now.

[@gwrenrae]

Go to Oasis Cancer Hospital in Tijuana Mexico. I'm a 76 yr old 3 time cancer survivor. Colon cancer with no hope to survive at all in 2001. Go alternative integrative Supplementary

[@Kintucky]

How are you now? 🙏🏻

[@phyllispaxton9323]

You are remarkable and a beautiful woman. I truly hope your story has a happy happy closure with the cancer and you continue to enlighten others and have a wonderful life with your family. Stay focused on the best things.

[@MegaCheesypeas]

What I think would be useful is to see some updates on people who have talked on this channel. A lot of times the patient is NAD when they come on here but it in this case with Cassandra it would be good to see how she progresses and hopefully see a good outcome

[@ThePatientStory]

we agree! we are working to make this possible :)

[@micheleboris2851]

What is NAD?

[@darlenebliss5262]

Prayers for your healing 🩷🙏 I am awaiting my colonoscopy when blood was found in my test. It’s terrifying. My thoughts are with you. God bless you!

[@michellejennings5887]

It’s crazy how this cancer has increased so much over the last few years!

[@ShadowMan66]

Covid Jabs?

[@HabitualJoker]

@@ShadowMan66keep burrowing your head and ignoring the fact that the food we eat is poison.

[@saphire1020]

@@ShadowMan66I thought that but my own beautiful mother died a few weeks ago of it. I wonder if it’s the spike protein in the virus itself and from the jab.

[@ShadowMan66]

@@saphire1020 Sorry to hear that, I lost my Mum in 2004 and it still hurts. I feel these recent cancers need reviewing given the injections almost all had.

[@6718472]

So glad I came across this. I had a brush with prostate cancer myself. In remission now but every time I turn around I think it’s back. It looks like you are strong. So that’s good. Thankyou for sharing this most compelling story. I will try and follow your progress.

[@overton1963]

Prayers for you and your family…

[@docimma]

Im so shocked that they did not fully image you prior to gastric sleeve. You will thrive!

[@professorjulimarlopes43]

Brave Girl ! Thanks for posting. Greetings from Brazil.

[@FAITH-g3l]

May God continue to bless you with that beautiful strength!!!!

[@truthseeker243]

As the commenter before me said, you are rocking the no hair. You are even more beautiful without your hair distracting from who comes through. Best wishes and prayers for you. You will beat this.

[@LucyMac1208]

Praying for you!! I have a cousin that survived rectal cancer and a doctor that survived stage 4 colon cancer. ❤🙏🏻

[@mellosings6180]

You are in our prayers! And we are rooting for you to have a smooth & peaceful recovery. ❤Sending love to you & your family! Thank for sharing your story of courage & helping women to realize they need to love themselves & take care of their health & how self love & mental health play a role in that step. We take care of so many people in our lives but fail to take a moment to show ourselves kindness. You are such a beautiful brave soul. Thank you for the reminder to take breaks & enjoy the moment around you when you are going through such trials. 🍁🍂

[@lmb4876]

Thank-you for sharing your story…❤

[@nancydavieau]

I never knew that you could be getting both immunotherapy and chemotherapy - I thought it was either one or the other You look beautiful Prayers for a complete recovery for you I feel like if anyone can do this - you will God Bless

[@VeronicaDodge-to7pf]

Bless you 🙏. Prayers. You are your own best advocate. My Dad had rectal bleeding that a doctor said was hemorrhoids. A few years later he was diagnosed with stage 4 colon cancer. He was supposed to live 6 months to a year and he lived 7 years. The Dr said he was a maricle 😊. He has been gone 20yrs. But he fought bravely and never gave up.

[@walkinwjc]

Praying for you! How frightening for you and your family.

[@garyw7535]

Thanks for this. Going for my colonoscopy today. Wish me luck.

[@jilldigwood4328]

Thinking of you and sending lots of love and positivity your way ❤

[@robertmcdonald9280]

God bless 🙌 you I'm 67 colon cancer surviver. For 9 years now. Good luck 👍

[@positivelastaction3957]

Sending prayers and healing wishes

[@jodymyer5154]

You look so beautiful with a bald head! Seriously, I feel like that is such a rare thing but you win the bald head lottery, Girlie! Praying for you and a full recovery. Sending you love & light.

[@brandisuperstar]

I haven't been to a doctor in over 20 years. I really don't know if i would if i suspected anything. The lack of health insurance is the main reason but thank you for sharing your story and im wishing you the best outcome possible! ❤🙏

[@cinmar720]

Lack of health insurance. I hear ya!

[@eileenkillen1481]

🙏 Praying for you beautiful lady ❤🙏

[@nancybladsacker5357]

God bless and heal your body. Much love and support

[@dawnanngallagher8495]

You deserve all the love 💕, hugs and prayers that come your way.

[@terencetaylor4600]

Thankyou for sharing your story Casandra.

[@rosemcgee1765]

Thank you so much for sharing . You're Brave and I am experiencing the same symptoms and now I won't put off looking into whether it's just hemorrhoids. I will pray for you ,Thank you so much.

[@staceyhart6982]

Such a brave soul. God bless you.

[@robertmcdonald9280]

The worst thing in my life was when the Dr. Said you have cancer. Be strong and positive.

[@donnaroberts34]

I have a friend who has stage 4: cancer and she is in remission and doing well. Don't ever give up!👍 Pray and trust God, he is the source of all good things. Sending you prayers, blessings and hugs as you go through this. 💕🙏🫂

[@mua2]

She looks great w/ a shaved head, even if she weren’t doing chemo it’s a style that works!

[@kathleendonnelly6077]

Thank you for sharing your story. I must say you look stunning.

[@chelciewentzel8191]

praying for you❤❤

[@darlenesutton7248]

Thank you for sharing. Your look beautiful with your hair short.

[@4rsalways]

You are so gorgeous 💜💚💙 Praying for full recovery!