UMV96 - Chemo kicks my butt

[@andyday7539]

Don't ever say you're "stupid", or "deserve" a stern word. You're on the steepest of learning curves - and helping so many others with your honesty and sincerity. Love the glow in your eyes as you speak of John's care and the prospect of seeing your grandson. Rooting for you Mandy - and so much respect.

[@mindyedwards2699]

Hi Mandy, sorry you had a crappy week, but that you're having a good day. sending you both a big hug. Keep strong, but not stubborn 😂 xx

[@debwood6738]

Sending you the biggest of hugs 🤗🤗🤗 and positive vibes you got this Mandy xx

[@jamesmackay4652]

Take care.

[@deenaburnett7530]

Mandy, thankyou so much for sharing your journey and more for doing this vlog when you are having a better day. Typical Mandy ... to put her you tube family first !! 🥰 It seems so very unfair to hear you feeling so awful when having treatment and taking meds which are going to get you through this....but having John by your side to give you so much love & hugs is just the best medicine ever ❤️. Take care my lovely you can do this 💜💜💜💜💜Xx

[@miggiecaff7963]

Both you & John are a great team. Thank you for doing the vlogs Mandy, you are often in my thoughts, I often wonder how you are doing, so sorry it has been so rough, sending you lots of positive hugs and loads of love to you both xx 🏴󠁧󠁢󠁷󠁬󠁳󠁿

[@valcrook5425]

Oh Mandy, I just want to send you a big big sisterly hug. Better days are on their way sugar plum. Hang on in there. Stay strong. 🫶🏻

[@marietait9972]

If it was John who was going through what you are going through would you want to help? Of course you would so accept the help graciously, it’s all he can do for you. Look after yourself and enjoy the good days.

[@gallivantinggalantes]

Hi Mandy, bless you, I understand what you are going through, chemo played havoc with me and my body at the time. Chemo, 3 weeks rubbish then I week where I felt better and then back on chemo then start again. It used to affect a different part of my body each time I started a fresh infusion of chemo. It is so hard. I have a sensitive tum and was put on Omeprazole to protect it as it always felt agitated and had reflux. May help. Sending love to you. You can do this. Your John is wonderful, so supportive, take care xx Julie xx

[@MarcelEling]

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[@marjoriewatton8546]

I was with my husband through all his gruelling treatments to support him. My heart ached to see what he was going through. So pleased that John is by your side. Wishing you all the best on your ‘Pathway’ Mandy, try to stay positive you are so loved by those around you. Your UTube family are on this journey with you. Sending huge hugs. 💕xx

[@Flossy_tops]

I don’t make lots of comments but it doesn’t mean I’m not thinking of you. As always, sending our best wishes to you Xxx

[@elfbell]

Been there. Done exactly the same thing. Ended up in critical care. It’s vital you let them know as soon as you know something has changed. I did exactly the same because I couldn’t bare the thought of going back to hospital. We can be our own worst enemies. Take each day as it comes and act accordingly. You’ve got this. Take care.

[@jaynedinsdale1030]

Ah Mandy sending you hugs , I was admitted every cycle of my chemo …. You not stupid at all , it is too much ….i was always told not to take paracetamol and always go in if temp went above 37.6 …it’s a learning curve but as long as all those meds are doing their job you’ll get there, listen to your body and always ring your chemo unit if you feel like crap xxx

[@JocelynStocker]

Hey Mandy, if you need to nap just go with it, rest all you can. Sending virtual hugs, just keep on being you.

[@sarahholden3139]

Lovely to see you, don’t be hard on yourself you are doing amazingly and so is John. Glad you had a good day … nearly another week done sending all my love and support xx

[@boltonsrus1]

Sending you big hugs, love and prayers. I wish you didn’t have to go through all this 😢 You are so amazing to deal with it all and brave to share it here. ❤❤❤

[@roblloyd1879]

Stay strong!! Diagnosed with bowel cancer 20 years ago. Had an excellent old fashioned GP who spotted something was wrong early. Thanks to an excellent local surgeon (thank you Miss Cheek) I am still here today aged 77. My heart goes out to you and all the other patients who have to deal with a cancer diagnosis.

[@teresaherbert9122]

You are bloody amazing Mandy dont be so hard on yourself….sending all my love and hugs x

[@sharonfarrant4596]

Sending huge hugs to you Mandy. You and John are amazing, xxxx ❤

[@tracylachs7215]

You are wonderful! You must realise that you are priority. This is so tough it needs to be all you focus on and in a few months you will be through your treatment. No one can possibly imagine what you are going through unless they have experienced it and you are so brave to share this with us. All the love in the world xxxx

[@sallydavis1345]

It was so good to see your video on here. I know that it takes a lot of energy to make it and get it ready to post and we all appreciate your efforts. I know you said that you don’t feel good but you sure look good. Even the rosy cheeks give you some color. I cringed when you called yourself stupid because you are anything but stupid. And yes, maybe you should have called the hospital but I understand why you didn’t and I don’t blame you for not wanting to. That does not make you stupid. Please do not call yourself that again. I am excited for you that your daughter and grandson are going to come to visit this weekend. I know you are looking forward to that. Family is always a good way to get to feel better. I did watch John’s video. It was good and I can tell that he is supportive of you and wishes for this to be over. Your story of his hugs brought a tear to my eye. You get to crackin on and get ready for your family’s visit. I am sending hugs and energy for you and John as each week goes by. Blessings to you both.

[@bellefreeman803]

Aww same here my eyes filled up when you said John had said do you want a hug❤. You are doing amazing and just take one day at a time. Sending big hugs to you xxxx ❤

[@chestersmum4158]

Mandy I know there is nothing I can do or say to help,my heart goes out to you . You have got this 😌 Take care Love from Brisbane Australia 🇦🇺

[@ramblingrosevanlife]

Thinking of you Mandy and I think you are amazing sharing your journey when you can. We are all thinking of you x

[@yaminthegrey]

Hari OM ((((((((((((((((((( HUGS ))))))))))))))))))))) can never have too many of these, right? 😘 YAM xx

[@DangerousPickalo]

You're both doing fantastically well. I've never been on the chemo side, but I've been the carer and it's incredibly hard. You're in the background of it all and yet incredibly important to the healing process for the person you're supporting. Well done John.

[@ChrisJackson-h3k]

We really appreciate you telling it as it is - you are so brave - sending massive hugs xx

[@katcankan7129]

Don't be too hard on yourself Mandy, you have never experienced this before. You & John are doing your best. You will need to rest up from time to time. It can be a bumpy road at first. Lots of love 💜

[@baz4x4r]

Mandy, stay strong. I am sure that with John by your side you will overcome this awful illness. My thoughts are with you.

[@lyndamiller2623]

Oh Mandy, it’s awful isn’t it…I was the same from the 1st session of chemo..horrendous. Got lasting nerve damage in my hands and feet..and was tired for a couple of years after chemo finished, and had the notorious ‘chemo brain”..it’s a proper thing, just like brain fog. It will all be worth it though, even if you end up with side effects that last, you will cope. Bless you, take care ❤️

[@paulinegeldart7936]

Thank you for sharing what your both going through. Such a brave lady. Sorry you are having a shitty time. Sending big hugs. Xxxxx

[@eirishemd]

It’s tough old go! Keep hanging in there. Nap whenever you can. Big hugs from the Queen of Side Effects ❤️❤️

[@markwhitehead64]

Hi Mandy thinking about you BIG HUGS to you and John to nice to see you take each day as it comes and don’t worry if you don’t post keep safe 😊👍🏻

[@lindaeastment4542]

Hi Mandy, PLEASE PLEASE A MILLION PLEASE’S Don’t Feel You Have To Apologise Because You Most Definitely Don’t I think you are one absolutely amazing Mandy, I am sending u a million hugs & so sorry for what you are going through Mandy, the saying is true life can be an absolute bitch but u can do it yes u can & especially with John’s love & comfort 💖✨👍🙂Lin

[@margaretboyle4701]

Don't be so hard on yourself. You have everyone backing you. Our love and prayers as always.

[@shirleylambden1561]

You don't deserve any of this One day all this will be over and the medicine cabinet will be empty❤ xx

[@thelmalewis7870]

Hi Mandy 7th June just sending a cwtch , and hoping you are now feeling a bit bettrr and less side effects . A bit cloudy in South Wales today.

[@bronniepaterson4694]

Oh my goodness you poor thing(s)…. Glad you have John around.. You really need to ring and get advice you may not need to go in every time…but you should ring.. Hope you have a chart up with which medication,how much and when….It’s vital…as it means other people can look at the chart and make sure your all up to date….with the meds. Don’t worry about videos…just as and when is fine… John needs hugs too…you think he’s doing it for you,he is,but it’s good for him too.. Take care Mandy……and John 👍🇬🇧

[@AnnPedler]

Mandy you are such a champion. You’re such a credit to yourself. And John is simply the best support. Keeping having your hugs and naps. I wish you an easier ride through this. ❤

[@toeinthewater28]

You have your nanna naps, Mandy. You are one, after all!! Hope you have a great time with your grandson. The first time my husband had a temperature spike was just after diagnosis and before he'd been given a 'red pack' (the magic wand that gets him straight in at A&E because of the danger of sepsis). He was starting to get incoherent yet still wanted lace-up shoes (put on by me) rather than velcro ones - aaarggh!! I couldn't go in with him at A&E (or visit once he was admitted) cos it was early 2022 so extra worry. 20 years ago I think he would only have lasted a few months and here we are - nothing detectable/measurable so far. Love, hugs and prayers to/for you both, Laura

[@vivienchilvers1980]

Just you take care and stop worrying about being late informing us. You come first, and concentrate on you getting hopefully better. Really feel for you, hope you start feeling better soon and love to you both. Godbless you XX

[@satur9]

I hope things will be a bit easier for you soon, this is so hard to go through. Take good care of yourself, let others take good care of you, don't try to do too much, my granddaughter would sing LET IT GOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOO!! Best wishes to a wonderful courageous woman :-)

[@julesoliver6538]

Aww Mandy. You are amazing. Am so sorry you are having such an awful time. Just focus on you and nothing else. John is such a star so big hugs to him aswell. P.s. I was saying how well you look. Xxxx

[@karenvigmostad4013]

Holding you in the Light. Have your docs considered shingles for your head/eye/cheek pains on left side? Shingles is only on one side on body. My aunt had similar symptoms and antibiotics did nothing so I suggested to the doc might be shingles (she was elderly and schizophrenic and bedridden in a nursing home, and I was her guardian). She got anti-viral and cleared up. Worth asking!!! Sending lots of love.

[@katenash5981]

Sorry you're having such a rough time with your treatment, look after yourself xx

[@askthechicken]

Oh Mandy- that sounds horrible for you, and shame on those police for not being understanding. You’re having to deal with so much. Hugs are good. No consolation but all this unpleasantness is temporary….you will get through this. You absolutely will. As always you are constantly in our thoughts ❤

[@bevclements3328]

Bless your heart Mandy ,you are such a wonderful person and you have the most amazing smile that makes your eyes light up at the same time, thinking of you lots and wishing you all the very best for a quick recovery and a happy healthy long life ,god bless you ,big hugs and love .xx❤❤

[@iangiles7038]

Hi Mandy It’s all chemo side effects They should have gave you a card with a 24 / 7 emergency number to phone to phone Don’t be scared to phone them I ended up with sepsis 4 times Don’t forget you have a low immune system The itching might be the chemo infecting your nerve endings After my chemo I could only drink tea I know life feels S@@T at present and it’s hard but try and stop strong ❤

[@anngreaves6994]

Don’t be so hard on yourself. Remember you are a Warrior. Sending hugs

[@caroleroberts6408]

Oh Mandy, I really feel for you with all this rotteness, but one thing is for sure you have a good man besides you as support. Xx

[@allisontemple7348]

Hiya Mandy honey so sorry you feeling so poorly its not only Chemo doing havic to your body its your immune system shuting down im on Biological treatment injections and that that does the same and it does make you feel sickness tired fatigue ect 😢 We have to be so careful wht we can and cant eat I have a big dairy keeping notes it really helps doesn't it ..... I pray as you go through your Treatment it gets a bit easier on your body .... Honestly watching your vlog had me tears 😢 because I feel your pain honey .... Don't worry about your vlogs everyone understands..... You have one in a million with John I have one as well thy can't do enough ❤ .... I pray 🙏 things calm down a bit for you Mandy .... Sending you big hug xxxx❤❤

[@lizstone3353]

It sounds like you are really going through a rough time, I hope things improve soon Mandy, take care, sending my best wishes and love to you ❤xx

[@bernadettemetheringham9130]

Mandy thanks for being so honest. You are doing so well with your treatment, you have my sympathy, my love and my best wishes. Thanks also to your Drs and Nurses. They see this all the time and know how to help. My love , best wishes to you and John. 🦋🦋

[@janefulton-sutton1943]

Mandy, when I was going through it my mantra was this will pass and it does. The fatigue you are having is so debilitating but try and go with it. It's your body saying you need to stop. I made my friends laugh when I said the Breast cancer won't kill me.........but the chemo and radiotherapy might!!!!! I had the nausea and UTI s and just felt as if I had been run over by a juggernaut, so I really do know how you are feeling. It's really hard to make that call to the hospital too. I dithered and ended up being admitted and I am a nurse and should have known better so.......don't hesitate if you are worried. It will pass.

[@Suejavea]

I can't do anything to help but you are so strong and brave. I am going to 🙏 pray for you. God bless you.❤

[@SarahClough-ef3dx]

Aww wish I could give you a high luv . Your doing awsome kick its arse do whatever ever you got to do to get thru each day. ❤. Feel bad for like your videos cos I don't like what your going thru , take are hun . Keep positive luv xxx

[@libellula3313]

Thanks Mandy all that information you are giving out must really help others on the same learning curve as you are right now. Here's another thing to do to bring temperatures down. A bit of an old wive's tale from Belgium, we had a male friend , a Belge nursing my husband when he was at home. If you are out of bed and able to sit, put your feet in a bowl of Luke warm water with white vinegar in it, if you are having to lay down soak a towel in the water and vinegar mix or wet your socks with it. Let the water/socks cool. I laughed at this water/vinegar mix but it worked every time. Take care, sending lots of love from the south of France 🇫🇷. Jo in France 🇫🇷 Xx

[@stevieblokes_vlogs]

Sorry you've been so poorly Mandy, Angie and I send you big hugs...Try & keep strong 🫂❤Xx

[@carolemousdell4444]

You are amazing Mandy, you've been so strong for your loved ones about facing this ordeal, now you must allow people to help you, I fully understand how you would feel about going back into hospital but it is all a learning curve, I know you will come through all this and get back to the wonderful life you and John have created for yourselves. Sending much love and best wishes to you and John ❤

[@lisaewart6805]

oh Mandy I feel for you so much, keep on trucking we are all willing you on so much

[@sharoncrawford01]

My heart goes out to you so much Mandy, and everything you are going through. You are an incredible woman! I am so glad you were feeling somewhat better when you made the video, and hope you continued to have a 'good' day. Enjoy your time with your precious family x

[@karenhansen3940]

Best wishes Mandy hope things start to settle and get a bit easier Totally know how you feel about not wanting to go back into hospital 😞 Soon as you hit that half way point you will be full steam ahead ❤️❤️Kaz & Nat Tay🐾 Sanna🐾 PS the police could have been a bit more understanding 😡xx

[@sandyroberts9749]

stay strong Mandy, your stronger than you think. and coping the best you can, stop being hard on yourself, you going through so much, you still got this x x

[@ArianneAvalon]

I think us ladies are terrible at asking for help and not wanting to bother others. Last year i had a UTI that went to my kidney and i sat up all night on the loo with a blanket round me just crying with pain. Not easy in a motorhome loo. But i so didn't wanna wake my husband. I knew if i needed to leave the campsite he would need to wake his boss. So i just sat crying. Next morning we had no choice but to ring the GP and she said get here now. I got told off for leaving it all night. But its how we are conditioned...worry about everyone but ourselves. So you may have to against tradition a bit but sometimes ya just got to. Sending hugs and healing to you both.x

[@unadventurousmandy]

We’re terrible aren’t we? The nurse said us brits are terrible for not wanting to bother people when it’s literally the reason they are here ❤️

[@debbiemccluskey257]

You are doing amazing Mandy, you are an inspiration. Sending love and hugs to you and John x

[@carolinebutterworth5563]

It’s hard when you’re so independent and used to being in control cause the chemotherapy takes all that away but do take comfort in the fact it will come back. Sad fact is the treatment is much worse than the disease. Nap as much as you need, when my husband is on his steroid days he can’t sleep not easy when I’m snoring away. You are certainly going through the wars with this treatment glad you have a wonderful family and friends , and John is amazing. Take care and know that you will get through this.❤️

[@mikemitchem4846]

Dealing with cancer treatment is like being thrown in the deep end of the pool. There is no way they can prepare you for all the side effects that you might have. Cance is horrible and treatment is miserable. Prayers. It will get better!

[@vivienne3757]

It is rough for you at the moment and chemo can make you so tired as well as the radiotherapy, double whammy really. Just rest and is good that John is looking after you, tough for him as well. You are one tough cookie and know you will survive this, just bear with as you have lots of things to look forward to, take care xx

[@desireeross9651]

Please ask the nurses to give you soluble paracetamol. They work instantly . I was told rather call the hospital than not. This was drummed into me. You may find as the chemo sessions progress you won’t feel like you’re feeling now. My first chemo was the worst. The rest were a lot easier. Radiation causes severe fatigue into the last few weeks. Just sleep. Wishing you all the best.

[@joyharding6052]

Your honesty is so very refreshing. Hope you had a better one today. Keep looking towards the light at the end of the tunnel, it's getting closer every day. Big hugs x

[@barbarapodmore720]

I now what you mean mandy I was very bad after my chemo try that cooking book a drop of for you it will help you and for your head try getting kool pak cooling patch I'm felling for you and sending hugs for you and John xx

[@lynnrobertson9386]

u need to change ur title to Mandy rocks, i know the feeling about hospitals again meds again, and u sick fed up being sick, but ur doing it, ur learning, and ur kicking cancers butt, u young lady are a strong independent soul, and the getting/accepting help will be a steep learning curve, so be kind to yourself, anything new log it, and ask nurse/doc when u see her/him, sending all my love and if love and blessings help, u have 10k of us sending it ur way , x

[@stevemorris15]

Sending you and John lots of love, it’s a hard road but you will get there. Xx

[@suedavies1188]

You are really having a rough old time bless you. Wishing you all the health in the world stay strong. ( You have to because we have the same mug) X

[@LesleyRoberts-gg3wj]

My heart goes out to you having to cope with all the side effects of your treatment. Here’s hoping your path gets smoother in the days ahead. As I tell my girls just remember how you eat an elephant - one bite at a time. Good luck 💕

[@karendyba5213]

Nice to see you hope you feel Better soon good luck with everything xxx

[@jeanhardman66]

Bless you both ,your doing fantastic lovely 9❤

[@ritalemonis8789]

Oh bless you wishing you the best mandy thinking of you ❤❤

[@JanWren]

You are so brave, so sorry you have been so ill. Sending love and best wishes to you and John xx

[@nickymercer4398]

Mandy, it's rubbish that the treatment makes you feel worse than the cancer, isn't it?. I've been in John's position, when my late husband had treatment for CML, we had to go to Southampton General, three or four times a week, which is an hour from home. You've got this, keep strong, sending lots of love ❤️❤❤

[@RoamingRaine]

Oh Mandy you are going through it, sending my love and well wishes 🤗 and to John too, looks like you have a good man.

[@melaniejourneaux3328]

Sorry to hear you've been feeling so rough, I hope things improve for you soon ❤️ xx

[@purple.rock99]

I feel for you - so much of ourselves and our control over everything gets lost in the steamroller of cancer treatment. If you are up to it, I can thoroughly recommend the free online courses offered by Look Good Feel Better to give you back a little bit of yourself and help to keep your spirits up x

[@markmim5676]

Hey Mandy it all sounds like a nightmare 😢hope this last week has been a better one for you and you can get through the treatment and get all clear asap 🤞🤞

[@loreenblack351]

this may sound a bit stupid but i have cooling mats for my dogs (for when its very hot) but they are great. i have used then on my back when its hot and put them under my feet . amazon or the pet shop and they are not to expensive but take care you are amazing the way you share so strong xx❤❤❤

[@margaretsmith9140]

Big hug mandy god bless ❤xxxxx Maggie Manchester

[@christinee3126]

Your poor body is being put through the ringer but you're on your way now to getting rid of that cancer. It must be hard when you felt fine before, to have to go through this, but it will be over soon and you will feel better. Be kind to yourself.

[@gravic48]

Sending love, hugs and prayers for relief from all the side effects x

[@annemarsden2323]

Please don’t do that again Mandy you are important to everyone ❤ I mean by statement ring and ask the hospital what is happening to me

[@kimtezgel9229]

Hi mandy sorry😢 to hear your feeling bad my thoughts are with you and hope u feel better soon xxxx

[@mikemitchem4846]

I know my wife is tired of me constantly asking are you okay, how do you feel?

[@mandypoole4129]

you are doing so good you are not stupid i think i would have done the same love to you and i am thinking of you a lot xxx

[@penleevanadventures]

Sending so much love ❤️ ❤❤❤❤

[@VanTripsWhereNext]

My goodness, you have really been going through it. Well done to that lovely man of yours. Thank you for sharing with us as we worry all thr time about you, so it's always good to hear from you. How much longer has you treatment time to go? Sending hugs and positive thoughts. Take care of yourself and phone that hospital if needed, don't delay xxx❤

[@annehogg3650]

Keep strong, Mandy. Much love. ♥

[@sallywilkinson7725]

Oh Mandy keep going, each day at a time, hour by hour, min by min, ❤ xxxx loads of love

[@JS-nn3ev]

You can do this, you can walk this hard road Mandy. With John beside you and the nurses and doctors guiding you - you can do it. It's worth it for all the good times that will come. Even when you don't feel it, you are strong and that strength will get you through. Lots of love and a huge hug. 💚 xxx

[@gaenordeacon9431]

It’s June5th just popping on to say hope you are doing ok ❤

[@evegrist4112]

You can do this Mandy you are so strong . Love and hugs to you and John x x x

[@runawayrowells]

Me and my Mrs were furious when you said about the police making you move on, what an absolute jobsworth 🤬 I know you probably don't want to but it would be worth complaining to the chief constable so that somebody who isn't as strong as you doesn't have to face the same crap x