HOW IT FEELS to be diagnosed with a terminal illness

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2 ай бұрын

Facing a terminal illness diagnosis can be a life-altering experience. In this video, join Darin Nakakihara as he shares his personal journey living with ALS, also known as Lou Gehrig's Disease. From the initial diagnosis to managing symptoms and treatments, Darin bravely opens up about his daily life with this neurodegenerative disease. Follow along for ALS health updates, insights into ALS research progress, and ways to support those fighting against ALS. This ALS awareness blog aims to shed light on the challenges and victories of those affected by amyotrophic lateral sclerosis. Watch to learn more about the realities of living with a terminal illness and the strength it takes to keep fighting.

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@InHitchWeTrust 2 ай бұрын

I was a caregiver for ALS patient for 4 years. He lived with this disease 8 years. Good quality years. On the bright side , there is a lot happening in ALS research, a lot of trials, a lot of new medicines, ready to go, the cure is coming. Just keep being positive. Cure is coming, for 100%.

@mrs.j.skidvids295 2 ай бұрын

I put your phrase “Go find some joy” up in my wall of my office. I’m an elementary principal and it’s a good reminder that there is always joy. Praying the Lord continues to use you mightily and overwhelms you and your family with peace. You are a light.

@craigdianesmith 2 ай бұрын

I like your positive attitude towards ALS. Hopefully a cure will be found one day. It’s a devastating illness to comprehend and deal with. Take care.

@gsmstan 2 ай бұрын

Hello. I also had surgery for stenosis in August 2015. ALS diagnosis December first 2016. So, I have beaten the odds! I know there are a lot of resources out there, but if ever want help just let me know. My wife and kids have been amazing. I think it's harder on them. I am typing this using my eyes with eye gaze technology. It is such a blessing to have this technology. We can't change what God has given us, but we can make the best of the situation.

@lindatohara6438 2 ай бұрын

Great comment God bless you in your journey Amen

@daveschied9990 2 ай бұрын

Was there ever a moment looking back now before your stenosis surgery that made you think it probably wasn’t that? Like any things that you had going on that made you think it wasn’t the spinal stenosis causing your symptoms? The reason I ask is because I go in for ACDF on the 29th but a lot of my symptoms kind of progressed somewhat quickly. thank you for being being an inspiration.

@gsmstan 2 ай бұрын

@@daveschied9990 Mine started with drop foot. Very slight and slow progression. Family doctor sent me to a neurosurgeon and had MRI's. It showed stenosis. I think that if I would have gone to a neurologist first they might have done additional testing before surgery.

@marcK599. Ай бұрын

Thanks for sharing

@jamesdegroat7640 14 күн бұрын

My younger brother passed a month ago. He lasted only five months after his diagnosis. We don't know how long he had symptoms. But by the time he was diagnosed he was already having difficulty breathing. God bless you.

@Mondo-jo8my 11 күн бұрын

Darin , Im so inspired by your Bravery and the way you just tackle life . My heart and prayers go out to you damn man, I give you mad respect and that takes true bravery to be in your position and still be so optimistic. Truly inspiring

@DarinNakakihara 11 күн бұрын

Thank you so much for your kind words! It means a lot to me.

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@carolynhamilton3316 Ай бұрын

Go find some joy!! ❤ you give me joy being so upbeat!❤

@lisanakakihara6936 2 ай бұрын

Thank you for being a blessing to many - we are praying for you!

@hollyteech 2 ай бұрын

Every day, Darin, you remind me to go find some joy!! And I do it! Thank you!!

@patriciaflaherty 2 ай бұрын

I lost my mom to als in 2008. Her insurance company wouldn't cover any meds either. I had to buy her a wheelchair on ebay 🙄. Our nation needs to do better with healthcare. Now I'll stop complaining and go find some joy 😊.

@nuadat7541 Ай бұрын

Go find some joy guys. I dont know you Mr. N, but you seem like a wholesome guy. I wish you strength and happiness on your journey and ill be here to follow you.

@lindatohara6438 2 ай бұрын

I love the channel name you chose it’s exactly what your gonna do. I wish you much luck 🍀 I took care of a man your age with ALS. My experience was positive, eye opener, hard work both physically and mentally, and much empathy& sympathy for a person I didn’t know. I tried my best to make him laugh, because there is nothing funny about this disease. He definitely wasn’t perky he was pissed. That was the hardest part of the assignment he went through 10 caregivers because we all did something wrong. It’s OK in the end I heard he accepted peacefully. My job was to give loving care with thoughtfulness not judge him.

@tamarapfeil8239 2 ай бұрын

I first found your videos when we went into quarantine. I appreciate all the positive energy you have put out into the world. Thank you! Go find some joy!

@melaniezuidema9369 2 ай бұрын

Go find some joy! ☀️ Love your positive attitude, Darin. Cheering for you! 🩵

@stomas5640 2 ай бұрын

My Mom passed at 83 yrs old from ALS in November 2020. She survived 2 years after being misdiagnosed with a stroke. Prayers to you and your family

@StarHarvestOfficial 16 күн бұрын

Your story is so inspiring brother 💖 Your existence is so valuable at every stage of this disease.

@TesaJane 2 ай бұрын

WOW that voice banking sounds incredible!!! Best I’ve ever heard the intonation is excellent

@rubysrue2085 2 ай бұрын

Darin, you are in my daily prayers.

@Riedlteach Ай бұрын

Thanks for the video, Darin. Go find some joy, everyone!

@harris2413 2 ай бұрын

Prayers

@isabellsiruo 2 ай бұрын

You are such an inspiration!!!

@jillglass4914 2 ай бұрын

Sending you prayers🙏

@kathysiddons6469 2 ай бұрын

It's awesome that you are so knowledgeable with tech. Seems like it's going to come in handy! Hang in there, Darin. ❤

@CraftPlanTeachRepeat 2 ай бұрын

Much joy, happiness and blessings to you. ❤

@MsMallory96 2 ай бұрын

Sending you love and prayers that you stay stable as long as possible!!

@MandyAngelakis Ай бұрын

Just been recently diagnosed with pls, another form of motor neurone disease. Similar to ALS, but with a much slower progression. I’m very scared because my neurologist said it may turn into ALS. You are so brave in this difficult journey and your positivity is inspirational to me! All the best to you and I will be following your videos. Watching from Crete, Greece!

@elsavalerio6851 2 ай бұрын

Go find some joy 🎉🎉

@tashacb3972 2 ай бұрын

Amen, Go find some joy. Blessings and wellness 🤎

@holliethomson6147 2 ай бұрын

Go and find some joy ❤ I’m sending you so much love, strength and prayers always 🙏 Those kids are a great bunch xxx♥️

@Scrubnib 2 ай бұрын

Hi Darin, keep those videos coming! I have ALS too. Which voice banking software was that? Sounds amazing. Go find some joy!

@leaveittolefty 2 ай бұрын

i was diagnosed 2 weeks ago in Phoenix. everyone in facility there has been so kind and helpful, not throwing up roadblocks. they probably know i dont have time or energy for that! Knowing you are on this journey too has been a source of comfort. i have a lot of tests coming in June🥹 i am very interested in supplements-and voice banking tech. thanks!

@laurie8883 2 ай бұрын

Go find some joy! Thinking of you.. .from Minnesota...

@trudylynch7971 2 ай бұрын

Go find some 😁! Sending you prayers for strength, stamina, and good nights of sleeping! Thank you for sharing your story!

@jodyj8528 2 ай бұрын

Happy to see your video, Darin! I started following you for your four level fusion - I just had mine on May 21st. I am so sad for this diagnosis but glad to know you have God, family, and friends on your side! It is summer - enjoy it - go find some JOY! :-)

@terrificintk 2 ай бұрын

Go find some Joy! Sending love, prayers, and positive vibes your way! ♥️🙏🏻😎

@DirlingSwervish 2 ай бұрын

Wow, the AI voice thing is so great! Thank you for sharing your story. ❤

@jaymoar3561 2 ай бұрын

Go find some joy!

@robertshelleyduck3268 2 ай бұрын

Go find some joy!!!!!!

@IntoTheSleep92 2 ай бұрын

It's so nice to see and hear from you again! I'm honestly very glad that you are in good spirit and live your life with a smile and joy in your heart despite facing something so dire and devastating. I wish I could face ALS as well as you do, I have broken down so many times from when I figured out on my own that I have it until a little bit ago and I know that I will shed many more tears. I digress, I just want to tell you God Bless you, God Speed and I have and will continue to keep you in my thoughts and prayers. I will try to leave a comment each time I see a video get uploaded at least to say hello, God Bless and let you know I'm still here. Take care my friend, keep smiling and finding joy in this life!

@danielhatcher4567 2 ай бұрын

Have you had nerve studies? That's how they diagnose ALS. You can't diagnose yourself.

@leaveittolefty 2 ай бұрын

go to a doctor that specializes in movement disorders

@jessicamccoy2734 2 ай бұрын

Go find some joy! ☀️

@DarinNakakihara 2 ай бұрын

Thanks for watching to the end!!!

@pamela.imagines.p10 Ай бұрын

Go find some Joy!

@crystalm1761 2 ай бұрын

Go find some joy. What a beautiful saying. I'm going to do more of that thank you. ❤

@melissanichols1812 2 ай бұрын

Go find joy!

@blueskiesandgreenpasturesp3848 Ай бұрын

My mom’s first symptom was trouble speaking and swallowing.

@patticake6032 2 ай бұрын

Go find some joy!❤

@kaylynm4193 2 ай бұрын

Go find some joy! 😃🎉

@randomthoughtstoday 2 ай бұрын

Great videos! Please share what you are taking. You never know. Some people are willing to try and chance and you never know at this point! :)

@BettyGone 2 ай бұрын

What AI program did your voice? My sister could use that! I heard someone who was so pleased with his AI voice, but had no other info! Thanks for talking about it.’

@TeresaRaab-hb5co 2 ай бұрын

Thank you for sharing. Did you say Tustin High School? I live in Tustin Michigan.My Tustin only has 270 people. A little smaller than your Tustin😄I do appreciate your vlogging about ALS. It's a fear of mine. Take care.

@sanchezclaudia8620 2 ай бұрын

#Go find some joy!!!

@michelehetland6170 2 ай бұрын

Go Find Some Joy! You are in my thoughts! I've been a fan of all your teacher work on instagram and tpt for some time now.

@ynieto4446 2 ай бұрын

Go find some joy ❤

@susanveligor364 2 ай бұрын

Go find some joy…❤❤❤❤❤❤❤❤❤

@TeresaRaab-hb5co 2 ай бұрын

Kathy Hall is the only KZbinr with ALS that I know of. She doesn't vlog often.

@blueskiesandgreenpasturesp3848 Ай бұрын

My mom got a rx grant for Neudexta. And she got help paying for her breathing machine because freaking Medicare doesn’t pay enough.

@injones74 2 ай бұрын

GO FIND SOME JOY! 🙏🙏🙏

@Puda 2 ай бұрын

How much are the meds that your insurance do not want to cover? And I believe they also have some trials right? (if you can get a spot of course)

@shaanchaudhry5719 2 ай бұрын

Darin, any theories as to what caused/contributed to you developing this disease. Have any family members had this or was it sporadic?

@user-xp3kg9ys1u 2 ай бұрын

🙏💝🙏

@BNHardwarereviews 2 ай бұрын

I hope your progress will be really slow! I have ALS my self, and is going pretty fast atm... what do you use for banking your voice?

@DarinNakakihara 2 ай бұрын

I used Eleven Labs for this one

@karinavelasco2103 2 ай бұрын

Go find some joy

@BillBene67 2 ай бұрын

Darin, you can prove them wrong buddy. Never accept someone else's expectations. Prayers sent to you and your family

@naticantet 2 ай бұрын

Have you found Brooke Eby? She is sooo funny while living with ALS

@DiValenz145 2 ай бұрын

Sending the tightest virtual hug!! I've been following you since your elementary teaching vlogs. Have you looked into a LIFT RECLINER? They are very comfortable and have many settings. Sending prayer for you and your family. ~diane

@amyroberts1042 2 ай бұрын

Go Find Some Joy

@DarinNakakihara 2 ай бұрын

Thanks for watching to the end!

@ElanaMccullum 2 ай бұрын

If you are slowing down the fasciculations..thats a good thing..and exercising your muscles as much as you can is beneficial..to keep them strong longer....research Deannas protocol..

@solangelalebron1348 2 ай бұрын

I would do an anti-parasitic and eat everything the Africans eat. They have flexible joints because of all the Cassava and other stuff they ingest.

@BettyGone 2 ай бұрын

Thanks for another video! I’m always looking for information on living with ALS! My sister has it too. By the way, she has silky pajamas because it’s easier to roll over in bed. Maybe that would hep you! In addition to supplements, perhaps you could investigate carnivore diet (Dr Ken Berry) or fat-Keto (Dr Annette Bozworth) Love your attitude and loving spirit!

@patrickbrade1992 2 ай бұрын

Stephen Hawking lived 55years with ALS. Yes, he was an outlier but proved it possible. Enjoy your vid and attitude. Best!!

@4dchessplayer516 2 ай бұрын

The ANDROID guy.....'they are not that bad, they are not that bad'

@ducheau100 2 ай бұрын

I wonder if all that surgery you had prior to your diagnosis has made things worse. I'm guessing you didn't really need it because it was all ALS related.