Why I Choose to do Chemo

[@gildabodine6497]

Hi Marina. I too have triple negative, HER2, stage 1 cancer with no metastasis. I was undergoing 12 rounds of Carbo & Taxol infusions, but now there is a shortage of Carbo & my doctor has ordered that they stop providing me with it. In total, I was able to receive 6 infusions containing said medication. This has made me very depressed, anxious and scared. My Oncologist said that there was an alternative medication but he doesn't want to give it to me because it could have negative effects on me due to my age. My son died of prostate cancer in 2017, right in front of me. It was a painful way to go. My comment has nothing to do with your video, but I needed to talk. I live alone & have no one to share my pain with. Thank you for allowing me to post. Best of luck. Gilda Bodine, Miami, Florida.

[@MarinaBlackford]

Hi Gilda, I heard about the shortage. I’m so sorry for this! I can’t imagine the stress of your treatment being delayed or changed due to this life saving chemo. I don’t have answers either but I pray God finds a way for all those effected by the shortage of Carboplatin. 🙏🏼❤️

[@jackenelaverty9746]

Love your vlogs. I am 76 and was diagnosed with invasive ductal a year ago. Had surgery and started chemo then biopsy confirmed mets to bone. Unrelated cancer found in ureter and had nephrectomy/hysterectomy in December. Currently on Ibrance and Letrozole and bone cancer seems to be stable. I am grateful for every day. I find your videos very inspiring. You are providing a wonderful service that is helping many. Thank you!♥️

[@MarinaBlackford]

Hi! Thanks for watching! I’m grateful you’re here! Keep healing! ❤️

[@mariela_triple_magic]

I think it could be really scary if you're going to get through chemo for the first time, it was for me. Now i am 4 months ahead of the last insfusion, i know chemo very well and i would choose it over and over again if needed to gain some more time on planet earth!!! eating well really makes the difference and i am really happy that you recommend that everytime, was really helpful to me!!! thank you again for this amazing videos!!! 🌸

[@MarinaBlackford]

Hi! Yes, thank you for sharing and agreeing! It’s hard to want to start chemo but it can beat our cancer. I believe in changing other things like diet and exercise too, but I want to be around a long time. So…do what you have to do! 🙏🏼❤️ We did it!

[@roxannedunkerly7543]

Hello Marina,I’m Roxanne and I’m in my second start with chemo.Radiation I completed and also completed. Thank you for your awesome Chanell. I’m fighting stage3lung cancer. Your amazing! Thank you much love ❤️ Roxi from Baltimore Maryland

[@Irohsteashop92]

Fellow stage 3 lung cancer survivor here.. you’re not alone❤ you got this!

[@MarinaBlackford]

Hi Roxi, thanks for watching! I hope you’re well and healing. Keep going! Hugs to you

[@katherinestengele9096]

Thanks for all the positivity and tips. I am a 20 year cervical cancer survivor and now in the process of getting ready for a mastectomy for DCIS. I didn't have this positive support 20 years ago and I have to say your videos inspire me to be confident and face this like a warrior. I run and exercise regularly and enjoy watching your care tips for health. I recently donated to your mom's Go Fund Me. I hope she is well and staying strong.

[@MarinaBlackford]

Bless you do much! Thank you! My mom and I appreciate that so much! As a 3x survivor she showed me what it was to be brave and now I pass it on. I appreciate you watching. I pray you heal well. ❤️

[@axslovesRoro]

Hi Marina, thank you for your channel and positive vibes. It’s difficult for me to be positive during this time, but your videos remind me to try. I just had my bilateral masectomy on 3/24, and am now recovering. Knowing you and others have gone through this, helps me push through too 💜 thank you

[@MarinaBlackford]

It’s absolutely hard to be positive. I can tell you that it’s possible to heal and learn to love yourself again. You are here for a reason. Keep going. ❤️

[@charitysweeting9073]

Thank you for all this information Marina. I will be on my 3rd round of chemo April 3rd. Your videos definitely keep me going and strong

[@MarinaBlackford]

Hi, thanks for watching! Keep going and healing. You can do this. ❤️

[@wendyrosedavis1037]

Hi Marina : I have HPV cancer on my tongue . I'm 1/2 way thru Chemo now . Radiation , that's longer. I truly am happy to find you channel. You are informative , realistic & truthful. Your tips & honesty , to me , do help me on many levels of my journey. I'm eating extremely well , before cancer..I was horrible eater ! My numbers are high . I have a great chemo team which I adore . Thanks again !

[@MarinaBlackford]

Hi Wendy, that is great to hear you’ve changed your eating habits for the better! I appreciate your comment! People like you make my channel better. Thank you!

[@robbineveridge]

You a a warrior!

[@MarinaBlackford]

Not easy but worth it. 😘

[@davinawonderling9361]

I am so happy that you have recovered so well after the cancer ordeal you went through 2X! You are such an inspiration to this gal who was diagnosed with Diffuse Large B Cell non Hodgkin's Lymphoma and has completed four of six rounds of R-CHOP chemo. I am happy to say that my PET CT scan I had after three rounds of chemo revealed that rhe chemo is working 😊. I am hoping these next two rounds knock the cancer out of the ball park for a home run ❤. I am taking the chemo well with hardly any side effects except a little constipation that resolves a few days after an infusion and wonky sleep. Good thing I am off work and can rest when I need to 😊. Thank you for your inspiration! ❤

[@MarinaBlackford]

Hi! You have a great attitude! Keep going and healing! Try some magnesium to help with the constipation.

[@amya9597]

Hi Marina! I agree 100% that finding the right doctor and team is key. I also had a fabulous oncology team, surgeon and radiation team and I couldn’t be more blessed. If your not feeling it with a particular doctor, get another opinion, but communication and honesty is key so that everyone is on the same page. Lots of love to everyone going through this journey. ❤

[@maryjheansantos3124]

Hello marina..im Mary jean Santos ..from Philippines..I was diagnosed with stage 3 breast cancer..and I'm currently undergoing my chemotherapy..

[@MarinaBlackford]

Hi Mary Jean! Thanks for watching! I pray you heal. ❤️

[@maryjheansantos3124]

Thank u...by the way..can I ask u a question did you're doctor tell what is not good for you to eat during chemo??.honestly speaking I eat everything..even red meats..

[@pattystephens5977]

I too went for a third consult. I finally went to a Breast Cancer Oncologist in Chicago at RUSH Hospital.I had a bilateral mastectomy after my biopsy. The diagnoses was Triple Negative Cancer. I was lucky my cancer did not spread to my lymph nodes. I will be starting my chemo therapy very soon. Wishing you all the best my pink sister! 💕🌸🌸🌸

[@mahrukh2111]

Hi Marina My spouse was diagnosed by cancer after 6 months of being married which was removed surgically after that we were jut on monthly scanning marker but just few days back we have done CTCE of whole body and a lymph node appeared of 2.3cm 1 of our doctor suggested for 3 rounds chemo on which my spouse is concerned about fertility issues. What would you suggest in that scenario. Thanks

[@jasminarcenas4681]

Hi Maam Mary Jhean Santos. Saan ka po dito sa Pinas? Meron din po akong cancer stage 2B ..

[@rubyhussein487]

Thanks Marina! I can see the end when I hear your vlogs! Thank you for taking the time to share your journey. 3 of 8 chemo done!

[@MarinaBlackford]

Hi Ruby! Thanks for watching! Yes, there will be an end to chemo and life after. Just keep going and healing.

[@HS-fe1xl]

Thank you for the video Marina😊❤. I have my last chemo round this week. Taxotere and Carboplatin like you had. Almost there

[@MarinaBlackford]

Yay to your last chemo! That’s huge! I hope you celebrate in some way. 👏🏼

[@TheBubbleBia]

You are just AMAZING! ❤

[@MarinaBlackford]

Thank you 🙏🏼❤️❤️

[@marysamuel6849]

Hi Marina...i've just finised my 8 cycle of chemo, 20 times of radiotheraphy and single mastectomy, too.

[@MarinaBlackford]

Hi Mary, fantastic. I hope you’re healing more everyday.

[@carlostacanga7431]

Hi Marina , i love your viedos. I like the positive vibe. The energy and positiviness you bring to your audience, and yoir thoughrs on the cancer treatment is really helpful for those that are new to this journey and are afraid and new, dont know what to expect of it. Very helpful. Thank you and may God bless you in your life ✌

[@MarinaBlackford]

Hi, thank you so much for that feedback! ❤️🙏🏼

[@somedude626]

Your videos they gave me hope going thru chemo in December…see you healthy after chemo gives us hope…I’m doing a lot better and you telling people to be patient it’s true..3 months removed from chemo and I feel great

[@valoriecarson1476]

You're an angel for so many❤

[@MarinaBlackford]

Thank you! 🙏🏼❤️

[@isalushiku3541]

Good day Marina and thanks again for your motivation videos, I missed again the live today. I always want to go live at the same time you go live but missed twice 😞😞, anyways I can still watch after. Happy sunday and hugs from Ottawa/Canada 🥰🥰

[@MarinaBlackford]

Hi Isa! There is a live next Tuesday 3/28 at 10:30am Pacific time. Hope you can hop on!

[@TrvlGK224U]

I have lobular breast cancer, stage 2, grade 3 and halfway through chemo. More aggressive as well. I got a second option and trust that Chemo will do it’s job!

[@MarinaBlackford]

I pray it does it’s job too! ❤️

[@swarnikaganguly312]

You are amazing and inspiring. Thank you for the video!

[@MarinaBlackford]

Thanks for watching!

[@laurarhodes9973]

The information you share is fantastic. Thank you. I will be going for my first mamogram (beginning of April) after completing chemo last summer, radiation therapy last October. I'm happy that I went the chemo, radiation therapy route. Going through the treatments, I focused on what I was doing each day. Trying not to look into the future. I think I would have gone crazy if I looked ahead at all the treatments to still come. I love humor. It's the best medicine for the soul. Sure, I lost the hair on my head (among other places). I would tell people, "At least I don't have to shave my legs," lol. Which was true. I think it's better if one finds the positive in any situation. Is it April 3rd yet? 😉

[@MarinaBlackford]

Wonderful! Thank you for sharing! I love your attitude. Keep going! I can’t wait for your surgery to be done too. You’re so close!

[@millyacuff6260]

I’m here!

[@MarinaBlackford]

We are here! 🙏🏼

[@Johnny-ip4mk]

Glad to see you’re doing well! One question: I hate needles! Should I be anxious about getting a port? I’m losing sleep just thinking about it! 😢

[@MarinaBlackford]

Thank you! I do too! I didn’t mind having the port versus getting an IV all the time. I think the port is very quick to access, and the needle is not very big compared to the one that they do for IV. I would consider the port if you have to have a lot of infusions or blood drawn.

[@rachelheberer2835]

My best friend has breastcancer, same one that you have, she started chemo yesterday. Anything you recommend to help her stay comfortable during treatments? Thank you for posting this!

[@MarinaBlackford]

Hi, I’m sorry for your friend. Check out my chemo playlist on my channel. Ginger tea and a soft head wrap could help her.

[@melodytullis1285]

Hi Marina I have a question.. since you are triple negative and have the braca one mutation did you have your ovaries removed because of the high risk of cancer?

[@MarinaBlackford]

Hi, yes that exactly why.

[@melodytullis1285]

@@MarinaBlackford thanks for your response

[@annyKhair]

What were the surgeries ?wire guided wide local excision?

[@MarinaBlackford]

Double or bilateral mastectomy, 2 lumpectomies after that, hysterectomy was guided surgery. See my scar video here: kzbin.info/www/bejne/rZTGdJR6hJ6AfdU

[@sabak3550]

I was diagnosed recently, just had mastectomy, going to have ac-t soon, this video is helpful!

[@MarinaBlackford]

Hi! Yes, this can help you and my other videos too. Thank you for watching!

[@janewambui6732]

Hello Marina, is chemo painful?

[@MarinaBlackford]

No, it is not painful to receive. It’s the side effects that make you feel ill like nausea and fatigue. Imagine a bad hangover. They will give you medication‘s to try to help with these symptoms.

[@mitra4650]

What stage was your cancer???

[@MarinaBlackford]

My cancer was stage 2 due to the size of the tumor each time I had cancer. It had not spread to my lymph nodes, or anywhere else in my body.