Melanoma Cancer Testimony - My Melanoma Journey

[@michaelkensington2494]

We were taught about melanoma when I was in 6th grade!!! Im shocked how many dont know anything about melanoma

[@MelanomaCanada]

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[@ethelmclayton9481]

I've heard of getting the runaround and I've experienced it myself to some degree but your experience was taken to a new ridiculous level. Keep standing up for yourself, stay strong, and hold their feet to the fire!

[@terrigermaine8378]

Thanks so much. I progressed to stage 4 unfortunately and again I had to make my own apts but they did go quicker this time around 😊

[@sbee985]

Thank you for sharing your story, Terri. You have a funny sense of humor even while sharing this scary time. May God bless you and keep you healthy! Continue fighting for yourself! You're a warrior! Proud of you.

[@MelanomaCanada]

Thank you so much for watching Sue

[@andypaulcabrera26]

You are an amazing storyteller. I hope and I pray you get better soon. ❤❤

[@MelanomaCanada]

Thank you for watching and sharing your kind words with Terri🙏

[@user-yt5dg8nf6y]

That whole process sounds ridiculous! Seriously I didn’t think the health system in Canada was as bad as America. Glad you advocated for yourself.

[@annettehenry2083]

Terri, I wish you a full and fast recovery and a long and happy life. when your treatment has finished you might want to consider a career as a comedian as despite the very serious topic that you are discussing you have an absolutely fantastic sense of humour. Very best of wishes for the future.

[@MelanomaCanada]

Thank you for watching Annette!

[@terrigermaine8378]

Ha ha got to make a shitty situation a bit more entertaining. People also listen better that way 😂

[@janicehedley1006]

Terri thank you for your post. I live in Regina too. Continue your journey and of being your own advocate. Thank you for your education to others.

[@MelanomaCanada]

Thank you so much for watching Janice.

[@terrigermaine8378]

Thank you Janice 😊

[@anniemac7545]

I'm Australian, sun awareness is an institution and part of our life down here. TV campaigns - slip, slop and slap was a slogan back in the 80's. Slip (on protective clothing), slop (on sunscreen), slap (on a hat). I'm aghast at incompetence of medical practitioners you were faced with. There is something wrong with the system when you have to fight and advocate for your health. I actually think googling is a good thing, how else do we become aware, and knowledge is power especially when the medical profession are negligent. I hope your health is under control, you are a real heroine, sending love.

[@terrigermaine8378]

Thanks for the comments. I have progressed to stage 4 now 8 months after finishing targeted therapy. I'm doing very well still though 😊 I also agree with your comment now on "googling". It actually gave me more insight on what questions to ask. Very helpful.

[@jamie_spideyboy5405]

Thank u for sharing your story

[@MelanomaCanada]

Thanks for watching!

[@ginybrown8738]

I am so happy you said be your own advocate! You have a wonderful fighting spirit, keep it up. Prayers for a full recovery. Stay positive and yes stay away from negativity. Keep going and stay in touch if you can. Medicine has it’s drawbacks but it’s all we have. We put our trust in these people, we put our lives in their hands. Thank you for sharing.

[@MelanomaCanada]

Hi Giny. Thank you for taking the time to watch and comment.

[@terrigermaine8378]

You are welcome. I have unfortunately progressed to stage 4 but everything I said in that video, I'm still doing at stage 4 as well.

[@jessicaedwards502]

It is really disgusting the hoops you had to jump through to get diagnoses, test, and treatments. It is a miracle anything got done at all. I am so sorry you had to go through this. Thank god you were your own advocate.

[@MelanomaCanada]

Thanks for watching Jessica

[@terrigermaine8378]

I always tell people if you dont advocate for yourself, no one will. I'm now stage 4 and I again had too but it seemed a bit faster this time around 😊

[@frandaniel886]

There are treatments in clinical trials for stage IIB.

[@MelanomaCanada]

We are excited about the new developments in treatment options for Stage IIB🙏

[@terrigermaine8378]

Now there is 😊❤❤

[@HDWorldclass]

Terri you’re magnificent ❤️

[@MelanomaCanada]

We agree! Thanks for watching.

[@terrigermaine8378]

😊😊😊

[@cristianasaras6898]

This is why socialized medicine kills I’ve seen similar stories like this in the UK, if this woman didn’t advocate for herself and fight for additional testing she might not be alive today and still her initial diagnosis her healthcare providers were cold and nonchalant.My husband has had malignant melanoma twice here in the states and never was he treated this way surgery was done within days of diagnosis and fully referrals and additional aggressive follow up . Never did he have one question about his care and he was treated with compassion . Socialized medicine kills

[@michaelvickers4437]

Good luck affording treatment if you don't have good insurance in the States. Canadian medicare ain't prefect but American corporatized medicine kills legions more.

[@josephpattison6913]

It does. I have great insurance through my work. I asked my friend who’s is anesthesiologist for a dermatologist recommendation today. He recommended one. I made an appointment for next Tuesday. A doctor should be able to order a scan for this lady. She already was diagnosed. Why go to the general practitioner? Bureaucracy….

[@georgiascott4172]

This case would have been handled far more seriously and aggressively if occurring in the U.S. Chemo would have certainly followed her first surgery. Socialized medicine scares me. Good for you my dear that you took a no-nonsense approach and insisted on further investigation. God Bless you dear one.

[@terrigermaine8378]

Thank you all. It really is a shit show here in Canada. By telling my story, more people tell me I'd it wasn't for me telling it they wouldn't have got scans, test, apts either. They realized we have to advocate, research and get our own scans. I'm now stage 4, and again I called for all my scans. But update is I'm doing very good 😊😊

[@steelydan42]

Im going thru the same thing malignant Melanoma . Im taking fenben 444 and ivermectin and sweet worm and other things. I try not to eat any sugar

[@steelydan42]

Or carbs

[@JoanSeibert]

WOW

[@MelanomaCanada]

Thank you for viewing.

[@terrigermaine8378]

Right!!!! I get that response alot 😂

[@mrtttoed3578]

Hi thank u so much for sharing your story , the question that I have is. Do you think that applying coconut oil or olive at skin can protect from sun damage ???

[@MelanomaCanada]

Hi there, thank you for watching and for your question. The most effective way to protect your skin from sun damage is to wear sunscreen with an SPF of 30 or higher, everyday. Additionally, covering the skin as much as possible with clothing, hats, and sunglasses will also provide protection from sun damage. For more information on sun safety, please visit our website: melanomacanada.ca/sun-safety/

[@VerityJohnson-sy6kf]

I totally understand how you feel I had melonama twice second time was stage 2 no treatment

[@terrigermaine8378]

Good thing now there is treatment for stage 2b and c 😊

[@meira574]

Thank goodness you are such an advocate for your own care, otherwise that would have likely continued to grow. Your disjointed care is unacceptable.

[@MelanomaCanada]

You're right, being a self-advocate is so important - thanks for watching Meira.

[@terrigermaine8378]

I always say that to people....I bet I wouldn't be here right now if I didn't stand my ground. I like a good fight 😅❤

[@pripri3404]

She’s hilarious

[@MelanomaCanada]

Terri is awesome 😊

[@terrigermaine8378]

Ha ha I try to make a shitty situation a bit easier. Plus people remember funny things 😅

[@VerityJohnson-sy6kf]

I. Totally understand I. Live in the UK ive suffered melonama twice my second time was stage 2 no treatment

[@MelanomaCanada]

Thank you for viewing our video and sharing your journey.

[@beverleycumming1876]

Regular GPs know next to nothing! Get to derm!