From Extreme Fatigue To STAGE 4 CANCER! - Alyssa | Stage 4 Stomach Cancer | The Patient Story
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- Alyssa Burks was diagnosed with stage 4 gastric cancer in 2023. Persistent heartburn and difficulty swallowing led to further tests, eventually revealing gastric cancer.
In this cancer vlog, Alyssa shares her battle with cancer, the importance of self-advocacy, and her determination to live for her family and future.
Thank you, Alyssa, for sharing your story to help others.
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Chapters:
0:00 Meet Alyssa
0:40 My first symptoms
5:55 I knew something was wrong
8:04 My cancer diagnosis
10:39 I found support and community
12:35 My chemotherapy treatment
15:47 Clinical trials for stomach cancer
18:24 I had a tough choice to make with my surgery
20:48 I received shocking news after my clinical trial
23:22 My support system is everything to me
25:14 The importance of self advocacy
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From Extreme Fatigue To STAGE 4 CANCER! - Alyssa | Stage 4 Stomach Cancer | The Patient Story
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Let’s pray for all the ones with cancer. 🙏🙏🙏
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Prayers don't work.
In Jesus name amen
Instead of prayers, work in research, support your local labs, help stop corrupt price gouging….
What bugs me is instead of doing xray, ultrasound, mri, CT scan….they rather give meds and let all that valuable time pass🤦🏽♀️ I hate the us healthcare system
Do you actually believe it is better somewhere else? Always get second opinions. If it was not for the US system, I would not have found my cancer as soon as I did. Meanwhile, a relative in Canada dies waiting for an MRI.
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When this happened, I was told to go to another hospital. But I made sure I pushed doctors and nurses to give me the proper examination.
Big pharma needs to make $ anyway 😢they can
@@GloriaSol it’s a “fixed system”
To all the cancer patients out there, feel better and remember never to give up hope. My Mom is a stage 4 cancer patient and she hasn't given up hope. She still goes out with her friends, dresses up, lives on her own and cleans up her own place. She just turned 87 in April. Don't lose hope.
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Vaccinated?
@@aneka2009 vaccinated for what disease? I know what you'll say, but I'll wait.
My mother had stage 3. Bed wound
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Cancer is a vile cruel disease, I applaud those battling it and for sharing their stories.
This young woman is 1,000 times braver than I am. This young woman is STRONG. I admire how she has dealt with such difficulties.
You don’t know how brave you are until you have no other choice.
You are stronger than you think
@@bostonbutterfly4473 no she did have a choice. nobody forced her to see a doctor
Yes, we are stronger than we think. That said, I’ve been through ovarian cancer (stage 3c) 17 years ago and an unrelated breast cancer earlier this year - so I know I’m pretty strong. Yet, I’m in awe of this woman’s fortitude. I’m praying for her.
I subscribed thinking that I can follow you though out this journey and I absolutely HAVE to know how you’re doing and what your future turns out to be. But then I discovered this isn’t your channel and that what-you’re not likely to crate update videos for us? WOW this makes me sad. I watched the whole thing and I’m deeply touched by you and your situation and I’m rooting for you. You’re so beautiful. I’m sorry you’re facing this, what an absolute nightmare.
I was diagnosed with stage 3 colon cancer just 3 months ago… I was 37.. and I wasn’t taken seriously either. God is helping me. I know I am healed. Be your own advocate!
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What symptoms did you have? I am curious because I am having symptoms and have an endoscopy at the end of the month.
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what were your first symptoms?
God should of not of given you this illness in the first place.
I was diagnosed in my 30s with Stage 3 colon cancer 😢 I just gave birth to my daughter, and I was experiencing abdominal pain way before becoming pregnant! I remember my parents who both passed away from cancer, taking me to the surgeon's office, and right then, and there, they did an endoscopy and then a colonoscopy and it didn't come back good at all. They told my parents it was life or death and I need to be omitted overnight into the hospital 😮 so I had surgery, and here I am 29 years later, lucky to be alive. The 😇 were with me, and the doctors and nurses even stated that!❤
This is extremely honorable of her to share her experiences with cancer. Her smile is beautiful! I pray for the best.
Her smile IS adorable. ❤ I hope she reads comments. Her doctor should be sign. man. you. I wish I could say more to her, be a little more precise as to why and what I'm trying to say.
God please do a miracle on this beautiful soul 🙏🏼
Amen!
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Amen! He is able! 🙏
Amen
She possesses such an enormous dose of courage. What an unbelievable, beautiful person. So much to love about her.
Her attitude is perfect for fighting cancer! Positivity and low stress does wonders in many cases.
Does anyone know how I can follow her story ?
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What a beautiful human being. Thank you for sharing our story. I truly wish you the best.
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This channel and it's exploratory teaching has been a major drive for me as I give back 50% of my weekly earning ($32,000) to the sick old ones in my neighborhood. God bless America 🇺🇸
God bless you more abundantly for your generousity
But how do you earn that much weekly? I'm curious
Big thanks to Renee Marie Harrison
She's a licensed broker here in the states 🇺🇸
Her top notch guidance and expertise on digital market changed the game for me
C'mon everyone. Give this video a like. She is a great story teller. She might save a life or two by telling her story in such detail.
Yes, so true
I just did to give this angel a like. Thank you for the reminder
Angel??? Yeah right but she is helping
@@KarenandBeckyArethesamedemon66 what is wrong with you, yes she is an angel
She has me convinced I need testing 🙏
No one takes a young woman seriously. I can't believe that one person said your "old" age was the cause of your heartburn. When I was 33 I was literally having a heart attack in the ER and they just kept me waiting and telling me things looked "normal" just like you! I was and am also petite, no smoking, not a typical heart attack patient. I hope to hear you are doing great. Sending love.💕
If your having heart pain "heart attack" you need to find a hospital specializes in heart , Like a heart Hospital. I got better care there than a "city Hospital" spread the word...
Same happened to my friend. He had a heart attack at 34 and they didn't believe him that something was wrong. 🥺
wonder if you can sue
It has nothing to do with not taking “women” seriously. It’s just lazy doctors that don’t want to go the extra mile to figure out what is wrong.
Yes - saying heartburn is because of "old age" is strange. I was diagnosed with GERD at 22. I'm 49 now, and it's never gotten better.
Pray for her, I remember studying stomach cancer in nursing school, most die within 6 months of diagnosis so she's already beating the odds
Alyssa, I prayed for you as well as all cancer patients and people that are ill. I will keep you in my prayers. Keep the faith and the keep the positive attitude. You are a survivor!!!
This is so unfair and tragic. I'm praying for a miracle that this young woman is cured and able to see her child grow up. What a terrible thing for a young mother to go through.
Praying? That will cure her for sure.
My aunt died at 35 from this leaving 5 children between 12 and 2 years…
Praying alongside you, bringing this to our Lord 🙏
My mother went through this. She passed away a year after her diagnosis at the age of 46.
as someone who is very spiritual, this woman must believe that everything happens for a reason. she has more than enough strength to keep moving forward and you can see it in her confidence
This is honestly terrifying. Just having extreme fatigue as a symtom to stage 4 is so scary. I thought there would be so many more symptoms. I'm so sorry the medical system failed you 💔
It is terrifying, but she described a bunch of symptoms beyond fatigue. Fatigue was the first symptom and it progressed through to heartburn, trouble swallowing, extreme and unexpected weightloss (huge flag there), etc. I'm assuming these symptoms developed as she progressively moved from stage 1 to 4. The medical system did fail her, though. She obviously didn't feel comfortable advocating for herself until things got really bad.
She describes a 2.5 year journey to a diagnosis. That's a long time for any cancer to be left untreated, much less an aggressive cancer. I blame her PCP group for the delay.
Extreme fatigue was one of the main symptoms I experienced before being diagnosed with stage 4 colon cancer.
You know, I feel, they really did….it is so very hard to get a really good Dr. & health care anymore! Just a fact!
I know someone who had no symptoms until two months before death. Was very active, never lost weight, no fatigue, etc. It happens more often than people realize.
Not everyone gets time to fight back.
A REFERRAL TO THE GI SPECIALIST SHOULD HAVE BEEN GIVEN THE SECOND SHE HAD HEARTBURN. UNBELIEVABLE!!!!! Im so sorry you went thru this ❤
I have a bunch of her symptoms and Drs don’t do anything 😢 but not losing weight gaining it
@@CrunchyMom70 go see another doctor, 1 out of 10 will believe you just have to find the right one. Now, I’ve been sick many times, those times doctors threaten me like if I was crazy. If there is something I’ve learned when dealing with doctors is one, always push for more testing! If they say I don’t see nothing wrong with you, you answer back by saying well for my peace of mind I want more exams done, and you demand them!
Another thing, if you have PPO insurance (does not need referral) take it upon yourself go find a specialist, in this case a gastroenterologist.
Third and more important. EXAGGERATE your symptoms, I know this is not honest but they will pay more attention to someone in “excruciating pain”, ” having nausea”, “vomiting”, symptoms “everyday many times a day”. This is in case you need referral from them.
Also tell them that your symptoms have been there for long and that you have tried medicine already.
I know is too much but many doctors will take care first of the insurance then the patient. Sorry that it is the reality here in US.
Try any of these if not all and you’ll see a change.
I hope they find what is wrong with you and remember that no one knows your body more then you and that no one will take care of it better then you.
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Please, please keep this young woman in our prayers. God is the ultimate healer and the ONLY ONE who can deliver a miracle. 🙏❤
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*Theres a true warrior in that little body. You faced the big C head on and living to tell the story. You are already a Hero.* 💐
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Keep fighting, Alyssa! I'm coming up on my 6 year anniversary being cancer-free after a stage 4 diagnosis. I know first hand how tough the battle is but It's clear to see you're a warrior and will beat this! If I can give you any advice it would be to cut out anything in your diet even remotely being suspected as a carcinogen and load up on anti-inflammatory and antioxidant foods. Also try to remain positive and cut out any negativity in your life. I will keep you in my thoughts. ♥
She is a warrior and she remain calm inspite
of everything. Anyway, stress and negativity it
can manifest sickness or even trigger a chronic
ailment and inflamation.Anyway, in third world country
when someone has cancer is too expensive to have cancer,
most of them lost the battle before their time because lack
of money to get a proper treatment and they just wait and die.
How sad is that?Hopefully, someday science create a better option
how to catch an early detection of cancer and our health system to
encourage each patient that early detection you have more chances for
survival.
If u have time would you mind sharing like theTop 5 best foods that helped you?
MD LIKE 5 TOP NONOS?
THABK YOU!
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@@ronniebattle1310 yo, can you stop with your spamming? This is seriously insulting.
Read Mark chapter 16:1-20. Ask yourself this question. Do you believe what it says? These signs will follow those who believe!
It's so scary when you hear of stories like this and you're going through similar things. Being totally dismissed by doctors but knowing the way you feel isn't normal 😢
Alyssa, I’m an RN and a believer. I will be praying for you and add you to our worship center prayer circle. Blessings. 🙏
it will not help ...
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I hear so many stories of people going to the doctor and it taking a MONTHS before they are listened too. Then you get diagnosed after it’s clear you’re at a point of no return. What kind of healthcare system do we have in America? It’s insane.
You don’t have a health care system, you have a medical industry.
Drs like to brush patient offthey either dont care or they cant be bothered
Yup. It's terrible.
My friend was sick since November 2022 and kept going back to doctor no results. Finally Feb 2023 find out kidney liver cancer! Ughhhh. Only cause she went to emergency and requested scan ::: MRI,,
My step grandmother had an appt in a few months and she ended up waiting a total of 10 months for a mammogram.
I just had most of my stomach removed just bc a dr asked if I was swallowing ok. I was fat at the time and made a joke “do I look like I have problems swallowing?!” Heh. He didn’t think that was funny and I’m so glad. I said “yes. Actually yes. I’ve been having trouble swallowing some new vitamins.” Just that alone was enough for him to order the endoscopy. If he hadn’t done that I would have died. I love her message. I’ve never stood up for myself like that. Thank you for this message.
I have a terrible time tryna swallow. Water is the worst. It's all I really drink besides a coffee or 2 a day. I'm scared bcuz it's getting worse over the past year. I can eat ok. But liquids and larger meds are extremely difficult...
Meant to ask you what was it that found and why were having difficulty swallowing?
I had to give up some OTC multivitamins recommended by my dr. They were killing my stomach. We just need good food and water that our country isn’t poisoning
@@JuicyPeaches504 Hi, I just learned this year that if you put the pill in your mouth and take some water, then move your chin all the way down to your chest and then swallow, that it makes taking meds so much easier. This has helped me, and I have trouble with food and drink getting stuck, as she described in the video. Hope this can help.
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The declining standard of doctors/GP's competency is truly shocking. They don't think outside the box enough, and simply follow procedure, often looking up on the computer in front of you!
Best wishes and prayers for you to overcome this.
When healthcare is a business, the doctors just try to get as many patients in and out for maximum profit. They're not here to heal, they're here to make money, sadly.
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I agree most of the time I have to seek help else where
I’ve noticed an influx of all foreign doctors from Puerto Rico and India and a lot of impoverished countries. They are hiring them to come here.
God bless this gorgeous young lady for fighting for herself so graciously.
She was fighting to stay alive, and the stupid doctor was upset because she wanted to remove her ovaries???? How will she be able to have children if she’s dead??? Out of everything this infuriates me the most!!! Her life matters more than her biological ability to have children! We’re human beings not baby makers!
Unfortunately, she doesn't have much time to worry about a baby 👶 or anything else.
Time to finish writing the last chapter in the book. 😳
@Pianogirl Amen sister!
Stupid thinking but even if you believe that, theres millions of children out there that need homes, why aren’t they upset bout that?? She could end up adopting anyway.
@@alphaomega1351you’re AWFUL. 😠
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She is so sweet and accepting. I hope she experiences a good outcome somehow.
if you are sick with anything including cancer pls do your research on Carnviore diet and fasting. ch Dr Ken berry (vd carnviore for beginners), Dr Chaffee, Shawn baker md podcast, homestead how, No carb life & Chs for fasting Dr Mindy pelz (vd 7 type of fasting, what to drink in on a fast, refeed after a fast etc) & Dr Jason fung.
Carnviore & fasting are healing methods that reduce inflammation & heal everything including cancer. (SERIOUSLY)
This is old fashion medicine.
we have all the same outcome , God is good
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Self advocacy is something I had to learn on my cancer journey. Each person knows their own body the best. If a doctor is not listening to you, say your concerns over and over and find a doctor who will listen.
I am a stage 4 cancer survivor. Originally diagnosed in 2010. No new evidence of disease since 2016. Never give up hope.
This young woman is hopefully inspiring others with her testimony.
Keep on fighting the battle. I know she will from everything she has said. God bless!
I had a baby and 2 months after I started to feel side and back pain. I saw 4 different doctors and they all just said it was musculoskeletal pain and to take anti-inflammatory meds. 7 months later im still having the pain. For the 3rd time i went back to my doc and complained about my pain. She once again said it was musculoskeletal and gave me attitude and asked what do i want. She asked me if I wanted a MRI? I said idk, i dont want to waste resources and she says it's entirely up to me in a condescending tone. I said yes lets do the MRI because i was scared. Normally we get a random pain and it goes away in it's own. This wasn't going away so i knew something was wrong. Not to mention all of the other symptoms i started to feel. Numbness in my extremities and pressure in my back as if something foreign was there. Day after the imaging she calls to tell me i have a rare spinal disorder in adults and apologized to me. Moral of the story, we know our bodies better than these doctors. They gaslight us and make us feel like we're over reacting. While they may feel like cancers and certain diseases are rare, it still happens every single day. We may be that rare case. And the longer we go untreated the worse the outcome maybe. Dont just take meds without knowing the WHY. The WHY is the most important but that's where doctors get generic and prescribe meds to just treat the symptoms. Advocate for yourself always. Be safe rather than sorry.
I had a similar experience, I had sharp pain in my leg and hip for months. I went to a chiropractor, my Primary Dr. All said is was nothing to worry about. A few months into the pain and I was walking and my hip broke. I was walking around with a hairline hip fracture and no one believed me ( young, athletic, healthy ) It was the most painful experience in my life. I was rushed into surgery and now I am fully recovered. I wish I had pushed my concerns more and they listened to me.
@@user-st3vg2mf3z wow that's terrible. I couldn't imagine the pain you were feeling. I'm happy to hear that you're healed now and doing so much better!
Self advocacy is exhausting. Prayers.
It’s called adulting.
@@osmos2017 I have no idea what you are talking about. Insurance companies, political posturing between providers, and once the diagnosis happens, wading through the medical jargon, what insurance will cover, and the parameters of case trials can be exhausting and frustrating if my cancer doesn’t qualify based on something in my profile. So again, what do you mean by adulting?
@@osmos2017 by the way? I have observed your responses to other cancer survivor stories. Your responses are apathetic and pathetic as you have no idea the process. I hope your karma is swift, and I have not ever said this to any human being. Cancer survivorship is a daunting process for many of us and swift if caught early. No one gets out of this life alive, and if one story can offer someone hope or inspire self advocacy because doctors are just people and don’t know everything. I would say have a blessed day, but the things you have written on other survivors stories betrays your cold heart.
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If you don’t have decent health insurance, you would not be able to get the test done that she had done and all the bloodwork and all of the medication‘s and all of the follow ups and all of the doctors appointments to finally get the diagnosis. That is why you have to vote. if you care about Healthcare, you have to vote for a Democrat. The Republicans Are trying to destroy the healthcare marketplace, which allows millions of Americans to get the basic health coverage that they need to see a doctor.
When you have a slew of weird symptoms and you feel this bad, you have to insist on a few scans at least. Don't let a doctor blow off your concerns....I truly hate that some of them don't really listen to us. Bless you, I'm praying for your comfort and peace.
Absolutely! Had symptoms for years and last year they found a 1 cm tumor in my small intestine. I am in follow up with the neuro endocrine oncologist team as they didn’t want to remove it as it is too deep and too small (they would have to open me up : very heavy operation) so I have my third scan in august to see if it is still there or if it grew or spread. My husband was my biggest advocate because I was blown off so many times 😂😂. But I live in Belgium and our medical system is wonderful! I only pay about 50 EUR for an MRI, CT scan and PET Scan. Feel so sorry for you Americans
@@Doesntmatter20good luck hon 🙏🙏💓😊
@@Doesntmatter20h Not all Americans have to pay, and different incomes and insurance companies have different costs, co - pays, and deductibles
@@Doesntmatter20 Agree that our system is set up differently. Google says that Belgium citizens get taxed 50% of their earnings for yearly incomes of $50,331 (American dollar) and above. Here that would be an hourly wage of $24.19 full time (and higher). I don’t know if Americans would be willing to give up 50% of their incomes in exchange for a reduction in the cost of medical care.
Health care feels like we are a bunch of cattle . It takes us being persistent or else it will be discovered when it’s too late ! If this lady didn’t keep on she would have died without knowing .
I was happy to hear that a new trial came up for Alyssa. I was diagnosed with 4th stage lung cancer in 2022. My biopsy found that I had a PDL1 protein that made me eligible for a fairly new immunotherapy. After 4 rounds of chemo and immunotherapy my cancer is not detectable. I will have immunotherapy every three weeks for the rest of my life but that is much better than the 3 to 6 months I was originally given. God Bless everyone and if you have cancer they are finding new treatments, hopefully cures every day. Don't lose hope.
She is going through so much with such bravery and positivity. I will be praying for you. May you get your miracle and make full recovery.
She's lucky to be alive. The recent rise in stomach cancers since 2020 have taken many people very, very, quickly.
Does anyone question why there is a rise in cancer? Is there one thing that could be causing cancer on steroids?
@@rebeccaskiles2803 My girlfriend’s mother was told in order to keep her nursing job, she must take their medication… gone in a few months. Right after my father. December 2021. We will never forget.
@@rebeccaskiles2803Probably the fact that they're poisoning our food. American allows chemicals in their food that other countries have banned
The rise is since the jab. Too many young people getting cancers. There’s no stage 1 or 2 now straight to stage 4
”Turbo cancer”
Wake up people
@@rebeccaskiles2803. I don’t know but I’ve been watching a Dr John Campbell from England who was very “provassine”. He has done a complete 180*. He just looks at facts and wants answers. So sad. Obviously I don’t know if this is true in her case but this is such a very sad story 😢😢😢
I like the fact that she said let’s test to see what’s really wrong before we do medications!
Yes, she said this after having already been medicated for two years
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She is so incredibly beautiful and strong. I think I would be crying telling this story, with a "woe is me" attitude. I hope there is a happy ending for her.
9:27 minutes in and I'm sobbing from sheer frustration and anger over your diagnosis story. I know it's hard to tag young, healthy people with it, I get it. But all I can think of is the time wasted that could have been used more wisely. They never tell you clearly that cancer is so much more aggressive when you're young. Sure, we are healthy and young, but because our bodies have a faster metabolism than older people, cancer has a higher chance of spreading and coming back after successful treatment. So, time is definitely of the essence. I'm so sorry it took so long, but I'm glad you're so persistent. You're so strong and beautiful!!!! Praying all goes well for you!
I have come to realize that unexplained weight loss is one of the most common signs of any type of cancer
True.
I have all her symptoms plus night sweats every night for 2/3 years with loose stools yet I’m not losing weight.
I was just thinking that when I start losing weight I’m probably losing whatever battle this is.
@@rachkate76are you ok? Try getting screened for lymphoma
And diabetes type 2 too
It’s been 5 years since I lost 30lbs, same symptoms, blood work and endoscopy came back normal. Last summer my uncle died of stomach cancer, and I haven’t been back for any new testing. Watching this just shot my anxiety through the roof
@@xxivoryy the best way to address your anxiety is to book an appointment with a specialist today.
I'm so thankful my dr ordered scans and blood tests right away.
He always told me I tested for the worst 1st, then worked my way down.
He diagnosed my MIL brain tumour in 2 visits.
The 1st time she saw him, she told him about her weird symptoms. Nothing major, fatigue, and tingling in her arm. She'd been telling her own dr about it for months, and he said it's hormonal. She had no headaches at all ironically.
My dr sent her for an MRI scan that afternoon and said, "Come back in the morning." The following morning, he said "unfortunately it's just as I suspected. You have a brain tumour and need to go to the ER immediately. 2 days later, she had it removed, she survived 4 more yrs 😢 The surgeon said she had this tumour for at least 2 yrs.
It's so scary. My heart hurts for all those battling any type of cancer.
F*^K CANCER! ❤
Thank God for doctors who actually listen and then order tests immediately. These types of doctors are definitely rare. And I like the mentality of testing for the worst first. What would it hurt for every doctor to do this? Makes you wonder.
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@@rp3741 Well the reason for this is because 9.9/10 times, the symptoms are benign causes. And due to the excessive limitation of access to important tests, scans, and specialists, if everyone who came in with vague symptoms was tested for the worse first, the wait time for such tests would be so excruciating that those who need it would most likely not get it on time. But there’s a method to most of the madness! Assume benign (if no blazing red flags) and FOLLOW UP. It’s the follow up part that’s important cause most benign things will improve overtime or with simple treatment, it not doing so is a red flag in of itself
If you don’t have decent health insurance, you would not be able to get the test done that she had done and all the bloodwork and all of the medication‘s and all of the follow ups and all of the doctors appointments to finally get the diagnosis. That is why you have to vote. if you care about Healthcare, you have to vote for a Democrat. The Republicans Are trying to destroy the healthcare marketplace, which allows millions of Americans to get the basic health coverage that they need to see a doctor.
😢 the fact you went through so many delays is maddening! I had stage 3 pancreatic and common bile duct cancers. None in the family, but gallbladder trouble. The contrast scans were what found everything. From being told i had a bladder infection to gallstones. That was 12/2011. I pray and bless your team is exactly who you need. Prayers💫💫💫
The lack of quality health professionals these days is a strong reminder for us to adopt preventative measures
My HEART is crying for you…💔😢 My Mom went through this. I will pray SO hard for you dear girl… 🙏🙏🙏
My dad went through this also.
Yup, praying always works for me!
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I lost 15 pounds in 2 weeks and was very tired all the time. My doctor found stage 2 ovarian cancer. I changed my eating habits and the cancer was removed. I am so grateful to be healthy. I wish and pray for the best in you life. May god grant you health again.💐
What eating habits did you adapt to?
What did you eat?
Did you cut out sugar?
Wow that’s great that you’re ok now
I used to eat junk food. I started eating healthy. Fish, salad fruits. Quit Coke Zero and coffee. Now I only have it occasionally. No no more junk food like chips and popcorn. It was my doctors advice and I listened.
Prayers to Alyssa Burks and her family.. would love to keep in touch with the story. This truly moved me
Hello Alyssa, so many of us are hoping and praying for your recovery. The treatment will work by the grace of God, your body will respond well and you will be here for many years. So sorry Sweetheart WARRIOR that you are going through this. You are beautiful in and out. Thanks for sharing❤️
My best friend died from stage 3 stomach cancer in 2022. She was diagnosed March 2020, right when the world shut down from Covid. I miss her every day. I’m sending you hugs and good wishes- her story isn’t yours.
I'm very sorry to hear about your best friend's passing. May I ask if she went through chemo and surgery to remove the cancer? My dad was diagnosed with stage 3 gastric cancer and his doctor made it seem like he's OK since it's not stage 4
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Stomach cancer is nasty. My mom passed away at 54. Her symptoms were pain upon eating. She was treated for an ulcer, unsuccessfully. By the time she had her endoscopy she was diagnosed as stage 4. She had spread to her lymph nodes as well as her spleen. I'll spare the rest of the details. I wish you the best. I'm also glad to hear that treatments are evolving, and clinical trials are available. I'm now 54 myself and I have routine colonoscopies/endoscopies every 5 years.
I lost my Mom in 1991 at age 58 to Stomach/ esophageal cancer. It’s one of the worst, most painful cancers. My heart is beyond broken for this beautiful young lady. We ALL need to pray to God that He… will heal Alyssa.
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I am sorry for your loss of your mum. It is such a young age 54. I cannot imagine what you had to go through 😞 I am sending you a hug and blessings for your future ❤
I am sorry for your loss of your mum. 58 is such a young age. Its terrible loosing the ones we love to cancer. I am sending you a hug and blessings for your future ❤
@@amymayrose6210 Thank you amymayrose. 🙏
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I've been through breast cancer and esophageal cancer and you are just amazing. A true warrior the way you just jumped in here and attacked the cancer, guns blazing. A true inspiration for the rest of us.
I have been a Pediatric ICU nurse all my life.... Never seen such strenght in my life!!!!
I will be praying for her but I will also pray for myself to have just a tiny bit of her strength that she has.
I have lived my life in fear since age 5 and I am an old woman now . Didin't live my life because of my fear!
Yes I hear you & understand - fear stops us. Take care & know your not alone.
I was diagnosed with stomach cancer at 37. Had total gastrectomy and I am fine now, this happened 28 years ago!
Wow...from terror to triumph..just shows there's always hope even in the darkest hours. May this lovely lady be inspired by your story.❤
What stage were you?
How does it affect your digestive system? How do you eat? I’m sorry, just wondering. Glad you are good!
What is causing all of this stomach cancer?
@@DJRenee well in my case I had a family history of gastric cancer. Also I suffered from helicobacter infection and on top I was extremely sleep deprived due to caring for my small child. I think this contributed significantly to a weak immune system.
Self-advocacy is KEY. When my husband was having swallowing issues, i called the GI directly and made an appointment. He had a scope and colonoscopy the next month. If they need a referral, call your GP and get it. Be insistent and persistent!
Lol I wish more men would realize this and then they could call their own doctors and not need their wives to do it for them.
I agree; Self Advocacy is necessary.
Self advocacy is the key to listen your own
body and jot it down every symptoms in your
journal. Be persistent and seek the right physician.
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God please heal the cancer off this person's body and everybody else!
My partner just got a kidney transplant (at 41) and I can attest to the fact that you absolutely MUST advocate for yourself. Press for tests and answers. Also, doctors will advise you to finish trials even when they aren’t working because your data is part of the study, but you can decide. Sending love and thinking about Alyssa. ❤
My uncle died from stomach cancer and he did not live long enough to have all these things done. I also had a Doctor friend die after only 2 yrs from Stomach cancer. They removed his stomach and made his a new stomach with pigs skin, he had a feeding tube felt okay for awhile then started getting weak again so he got tested and the cancer came back in his liver. He tried to get into clinical trials but was not accepted. He only lived 3 months after that and I remember he called me as he looked at a rainbow one early evening. He felt happy seeing the rainbow and he told me he was going to try and see every sunrise and sunset that he could. I cried but never let him know that I was crying. Bless you sweet lady and stay strong. Thank you for sharing your story. ❤️❤️🌼🌼🌼
My brother in law also died from stomach cancer and laid in the hospital for weeks waiting for a diagnosis from an oncologist even tho he knew what it would be. He didn't last long, it wasn't treatable, he died at home a few mths. later. 😞
I am sorry. Do you think these happen from foods we eat? I suspect this. They all say genetics, I don't believe that. They can't say that about skin cancer because they know the biggest culprit for that and can't hide that fact.
@@frostflower5555 I definitely do! There's so many toxins in food and other things. Ppl. can get concentrations of heavy metals in their body and God knows what else!!
@@frostflower5555I think it’s definitely the food. There was a TH-camr I used to watch named sassEsnacks and she died from stomach cancer… she was what they called a muckbanger and she ate all kinds of food😮💨 I do believe it’s in the food because our body isn’t used to all that process food.
My genius and fabulous chiropractor once said, “everything starts in the gut”
Alyssa, I wish you the best. You are far from alone in getting screwed by the American healthcare system, I worked in a hospital for 20 years, and I can tell you firsthand that priority #1 for doctors is their own livelihood, not yours. Of course, they will do just enough to stay out of trouble, but they cut corners whenever they can get away with it. Frankly, it's not just doctors, it's the entire healthcare system.
No one will care more about your health than yourself, that is why it is so important to learn as much about your symptoms as you can and do what you can do on your own. I'm not saying to not see a doctor, I'm saying don't take their word for what is wrong with you and what you should do. They are often wrong. And search for functional medicine doctors.
Nailed it. 100 per cent!
I think now they have to follow protocols. They aren’t really free to go off the script. If the script says no colonoscopy until you are 50 or extreme symptoms then you aren’t getting a colonoscopy.
@@katiek4901 The American health care system is based on money. There is the option of self pay for diagnostics. I've had to do that to diagnose a problem I had.
Their bosses are Health Insurance Companies, and they live by that code, when this Country gets Republicans off the backs of the American people only then we’ll be able to live in a Civilized Society where people actually matter,with Socialized Medicine!
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My sister has had gastro cancer she passed on June 9th 2024 she fought for two years but she was 90 something pounds from A two hundred seventy the doctors said she had cancer for over 10 years at stage 4 and that she was a miracle she’s gone know and very missed but she went in peace I’ll pray for you. You’re going to have a rough road ahead as there’s no cure for cancer. Love your life to the fullest that’s all I can say
To do this with a smile is amazingly courageous .
Our intuition exists for a reason - I wish that healthcare Providers would realize that we live with ourselves everyday…we know when something is off.
I’m so sorry you’ve experienced this horror. I will be praying for you.
Sooo true!! I had one dr who said to me ( after trying to figure out why my foot was red and swollen a year later ) and why I was having issues post a NET removal, she told me “I was looking for things” I reported her but it’s hard to be heard sometimes!! So glad she’s sharing her story! But yes our intuition ? Is usually spot on!
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It's a for profit system. That is why.
When I got a bump on my head dr. said it was nothing. Then my stylist beautician said that was not normal & went to a different dr. & they said it was bad & I ended up with a tumor in my brain. Going & going to different Drs is the right thing to do young lady! God ❤ you & so do I! You're meant to tell us about this. Bless you. 🙏
Wow. What an amazing stylist. Or incompetent Dr. Or both.
The gaslighting is unreal. Imagine a hair stylist being more competent than a doctor in spotting abnormalities in a client's head...
@quiCk...my bump was small & Dr insisted that I hit my head. When I got a haircut she said that's not normal..then I got it checked by a different Dr. & was airlifted to SLC. I lived & my kids were crying bc they couldn't be with me. So,when it comes back bc its still in my neck spine area, I lived 7 extra years so I am great ful & ready to go when the time comes. I don't blame the first dr. I pray for this young lady may she get better soon!
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God bless that hairstylist, and God bless you.
My gf got stage 3 stomach cancer in 2019, she didn't want surgery so in an attempt to save her life I began to research. I discovered that vegans beat cancer all the time 😮, I was appalled that there was a cure outside of chemo & allopathic procedures. They initially gave her 6-8 months, now 5 years later I'm vegan and so is she & her cancer is in remission. Please explore veganism America. It will save your life❤. This procedure removes what is called the duodenum, a part that humans can't live long without. Don't wait until your back is against the wall to explore the healing power of fruits & vegetables. To be vegan you must go against the grain, you must Be the Change. Long life to anyone that reads this.
No.... Our bodies are designed to eat meat, the problem is with the food industry pumping in artificial everything, colors, sugar etc. Eat organic, real food.
Great suggestion
In addition to going vegan did she also go through chemotherapy?
@Who-But-Me Not at all. She tried immunotherapy once and was laid up for a week.
Ow' Sweetheart, thanks kindly for opening up to us and sharing your story with us. I am going to pray for you and your family. My mother has cancer called NETs and she is going into the Peter Mack hospital here in Melbourne, AUSTRALIA. She is doing her second lot of chemotherapy tomorrow. You are so sweet and so young. You are such a beautiful person who has such a beautiful family. I know that they are there to give you support. You will always be in my thoughts. Please keep us updated if you can. Sending you and your family all my blessings, love and light from Australia! 😘💋💕
You are your only advocate. If you feel something is wrong keep knocking on doors no matter what!
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I hate the saying, " You're too young," and they feel to overlook things. So many people have suffered because doctors feel it can't be anything serious because of the age. Best of wishes, love, and prayers your way ❤
At age 43, my response is typically something along the lines- if I’m too young, then what about the kids we see on the cancer commercials?! Where do their age group come into play in all this?!
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Exactly kids die daily at St Jude hospital. It is no such thing as to young.
Young people today in this society are getting more diseases and have mental health issues.
An it is getting worse . Because alot of young people can't keep up with the cost of living.
This makes them turn to drugs and alcohol I see it daily
it’s interesting because healthcare isn’t the only part of life that thinks age means anything. boy we thinkin’ too linear to get anything done
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I just stumbled on this and watched. It's amazing what we can go through when given a grave diagnosis. I am so glad you came through this.
that's a very brave woman... I'm shamed by her. My own encounter with cancer seemed awful to me but in comparison I can easily say I got off easy. I admire you and am very sorry Alyssa that you were dealt this hand. I'm glad you have your faith. I wish you days full of butterflies. 🦋🏵
I don't know why but this particular story made me sad. Such a sweet person. 💜
I know why. She’s so young to be dealing with this very aggressive disease.
This ‘story’ explains someone’s real life and wasn’t meant for entertainment purposes.
@@KelAZ1 I don't think anyone is entertained here..
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God bless! My daughter had leukemia at 15 months old. They kept telling me she was fine and that she was only anemic. I knew it wasn't just that, so i insisted on further tests like an LP. It came back positive. She did 3 years of chemo and steroids. Lost hair, gained weight. Is in remission! Prayers. God heals!
You are loved! Prayers for you, your family, and all of your loved ones!
I think a great addition would be to add the patients social media accounts (obviously with their consent). That way we can actually follow and support them during their journey
Agreed!!!! I was looking for her info in the description
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That really threw me..the doctor saying "you are getting older"
You have been through so much. ❤
Why weren't these tests done sooner.
I think the “you’re getting older” is a cop out when they don’t have a clue what’s wrong.
Getting older is such a lame argument to make..she’s not 60! She’s a young vibrant woman
This is sure a eye opening story. I’m so sorry 😞. Cancer is the ultimate faith tester. 😢I’m so sorry
Dear God, please bless and heal this lovely lady!
This is a horrendous true medical narrative. I get so frustrated with doctors not listening to patients. You must advocate for yourself at all times. You are brave, sending strength and prayers. ❤️🙏🏼❤️🙏🏼
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You are so well spoken and articulate. Thank you for sharing your story with us. As an Oncology NP my heart goes out to all those who are battling this awful situation. Abundant blessings to you and your family. As you know this not only affects you but the loved ones around you.
The medical system is just broken 😢 none of the doctors ever take things seriously when I bring up various issues too and just give me more medications 🥺 thank you so much for your story ❤ and I hope your body heals
So amazing. She is so so strong.
I tested positive for H-pylori in February. 13 days of strong antibodies but I only tested because I pushed for it. I am the doctor’s worst nightmare as a patient because I am very pushy to get tested. You are very brave and I can tell you’re a fighter. Stay strong 💪 ❤
What a brave, beautiful young woman…rooting for her to recover.
Bless this lady.
You are so strong. I pray for your full recovery. God bless you
I'm praying for a full recovery for you. May God answer your prayers. 🙏
Oh yeah, praying is better than medicine. Praying saves millions of lives every year. NOT.
Amen ! ❤
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I'm very grateful that you've shared your story. I've had the same problems for almost 3 years and my doctor sounds just like yours. It makes you feel so alone. My last visit, she said "would you like to talk to a psychiatrist?" I was so upset and told her that this is about my physical, not my mental health!!! I was finally rushed to emergency and they found an ovarian mass. A few days from now, I'm going to a cancer hospital for final diagnosis. I can't get over the similarities in symptoms and your story.
I'm soooo sorry you are experiencing this horrible disease. You are a very courageous and strong woman!! I love life and want us both to fight with all our Might!! May God bless you 💙
Please sue that doctor!
Yes, get a good attorney, leave it in their hands. The problem is “failure to diagnose”.
Heartbreaking!!! ❤
I hope everything goes well for you. God Bless You x
I'm so sorry this is happening to you. You've been so strong. I'm going to follow you to keep updated. Hoping for a miracle 🙏
Omg im so sorry what ur going thru. I thank you in having the confidence to even come on and share ur story. Ur very beautiful your family is beautiful you really had me crying. I wish u the best and u are in my prayer 🙏🏼
God bless this precious young lady.
If your god blessed her, she would not need surgery. So plug it.
Alyssa, your strength and determination are an inspiration to so many others.....you will be in my thoughts and prayers.
Praying for this sweet lady's strength and healing! 🙏
It was exhausting listening to all the things she went through, i can only imagine how difficult it has been for her going through it all and had to make all those decisions. Yes to this, no to that, this now, that later, go for the trial etc. Huge, huge battle, and on top of that the hormonal disbalance, playing with your emotions all the time when you need to be most stable. Making this video and being so aware of everything and saying it all, and not going into tears, still pushing forward, it's just strength, pure strength and fighting to be there another day, but not for yourself, for family, that wish just to see more of them, remember them more, observe them, help, love, build memories.
What a sweet, likeable personality. Even all those procedures couldn't take her natural beauty away. Good luck on your journey, Alyssa. ♥️
Prayers are with you, Alyssa Burks. Never give up. You are such a sweet soul. I hope that you can live a long life.
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She’s such a trooper. Amazing woman!
Thank you for your honesty--you are so brave.
I was 28 when my doctor sent me for an endoscopy because I was unable to eat and had heartburn all the time.
It was immense stress and anxiety for me, thankfully.
But I'm forever thankful he took me seriously. Especially since he knew my mom and her father died of stomach cancer.
I feel so bad for this young lady she has suffered for so long before finding out what's wrong I hope she's okay😢
Praying for you, your family and doctors. 🙏
Sending Alyssa and her family so much love.
You are very optimistic and trusting in your faith. I'm a Catholic. I will pray for you 🙏
You will be grandma someday, grandma with tattoos. 😊
Shame that you are Catholic. Not every person can be smart.