I've been living with metastatic breast cancer for almost 6 and 1/2 years. I was diagnosed after my first mammogram at biopsy at the age of 43. It is a tough life, but I'm grateful to have seen both of my kids go off to college
What did you do? I also want to see my kids graduate and see them walk down the aisle and get marry one day. Any advice. God bless you and thank you very much!
@@butfirstimamom5368 I have triple positive breast cancer, so I get herceptin and perjeta every 3 weeks because of my her 2 + status, and I take letrozole pills every day because I am estrogen and progesterone +. I had a lumpectomy, and a few rounds of navalbine chemo. I also had my bone mets radiated. In addition, I had my ovaries removed, to stop estrogen production. My biggest advice is to research, research, research your type of cancer. You may have a great oncologist, but they don't have the time to find out about every clinical trial, or new drugs in development. Also, read about women with your type of cancer, who are defying the odds. I' e read about women living with metastatic breast cancer living close to 30 years and still going. If they did it, why can't you? I wish you so much love and strength. Every day you spend with your kids is a win. Maybe reach out to Imerman Angels. They will pair you with a cancer mentor with your type of cancer and your stage of cancer. They can help you navigate and tell you how they cope
My BC came back after 17 years. I had a very similar experience as you had at the beginning but I was in my 50’s and my children were grown. I am in my 70’s so I looking forward to 3 more graduations and one wedding of grandkids. I look forward to the daily joy and want to start a journal of my day to day joy. Hope you have a long and joyful life ahead of you. ❤
Wow your mum must be a inspiration to you . Wishing you all the best cancer is horrible 😢my breast cancer has come back after 12 years I’m now 49 and a different type …. Praying for you and sending love 💕 go girl
Wow, we have such similar stories. I too am an 18yr Metastatic Breast Cancer Thriver after being diagnosed at the age of 31 and I live in the Dallas area.
So cool to hear you're from the Dallas area as well! We'd love to have you join our in-person support group. It's a great way to give and receive advice in a safe space. Here's the link to learn more if you're interested: www.nationalbreastcancer.org/nbcf-programs/breast-cancer-support-group/
How honest about everything, her family and her feelings and stories like these is what we are all searching for really regardless of whatever cancer and stage to feed in these stories and no doctor knows really how each of us will do on treatments, regardless of stage, that’s a good thing as we all want to live so hope it a treatment too we need to receive.
Are you cancer free now? I have Metastatic 5 years ago, it spread to my bones and liver too. I am about to give up the treatment, but your story inspires me.
Thank you for your question. Tracy is currently still living with metastatic disease. Treatment for metastatic patients focuses on a different goal than non-metastatic patients, the goal being improved quality of life, rather than a “cancer free” designation. We encourage you to consult with your healthcare team before changing or reducing any course of treatment. You are in our thoughts. 💕
Will u please identify bone metastatic symptoms? I had breast cancer 6 months before me treatment has been finished but noe im suffering bone shar sudden oain it will come for 1 minutes than goes off ,i also feel burning sensation on my bone
Hi there! We’re sorry if you’re struggling to find the right doctor team. Unfortunately, we cannot make any specific recommendations since we are not medical professionals. We encourage you to reach out to your community for the best recommendations in your area or ask a different doctor you trust for a referral.
@@nbcf giving a physicians name and contact does not require anyone to be a medical professional. I do work with a homeopathic his name is doc cal streator at northern nutritional center shipsheewanna Indiana. See how simple that is?… lmao I didn’t ask for a drug prescription. Now I have no trust in your information at all.
You are so brave. I'm sorry 😐 your husband couldn't be more supportive. It sounded like denial to me. I hope all is well with you guys and your life. God bless you 🙏🏻❤️
It's a real story? Why she is not on any other channel, newspaper, interviews...it is possibile to connect to her? Like a webinar where we can ask her questions? Thank you
I've been living with metastatic breast cancer for almost 6 and 1/2 years. I was diagnosed after my first mammogram at biopsy at the age of 43. It is a tough life, but I'm grateful to have seen both of my kids go off to college
@@irenedavo3768 Will do, thank you!
Hello can I ask a question?
What did you do? I also want to see my kids graduate and see them walk down the aisle and get marry one day. Any advice. God bless you and thank you very much!
@@madmarlowe1422 Hello what did you do? Can you share? I also want to see my kids graduate and marry. God bless you and thank you very much.
@@butfirstimamom5368 I have triple positive breast cancer, so I get herceptin and perjeta every 3 weeks because of my her 2 + status, and I take letrozole pills every day because I am estrogen and progesterone +.
I had a lumpectomy, and a few rounds of navalbine chemo. I also had my bone mets radiated. In addition, I had my ovaries removed, to stop estrogen production.
My biggest advice is to research, research, research your type of cancer. You may have a great oncologist, but they don't have the time to find out about every clinical trial, or new drugs in development. Also, read about women with your type of cancer, who are defying the odds. I' e read about women living with metastatic breast cancer living close to 30 years and still going. If they did it, why can't you? I wish you so much love and strength. Every day you spend with your kids is a win. Maybe reach out to Imerman Angels. They will pair you with a cancer mentor with your type of cancer and your stage of cancer. They can help you navigate and tell you how they cope
My BC came back after 17 years. I had a very similar experience as you had at the beginning but I was in my 50’s and my children were grown. I am in my 70’s so I looking forward to 3 more graduations and one wedding of grandkids. I look forward to the daily joy and want to start a journal of my day to day joy. Hope you have a long and joyful life ahead of you. ❤
Sending you love! 💗
Wow your mum must be a inspiration to you . Wishing you all the best cancer is horrible 😢my breast cancer has come back after 12 years I’m now 49 and a different type …. Praying for you and sending love 💕 go girl
You're in our hearts and prayers too. 💗 We're here for you - just let us know how we can help you through your breast cancer journey.!
I feel only immense admiration for this brave woman.
Tracy, you are an amazing, and incredible woman. Thank you for sharing your story with us. It gives us joy and hope in ways you wouldn't believe.
We're so glad this video brought you joy and hope, Chandrea. 💗
Wow, we have such similar stories. I too am an 18yr Metastatic Breast Cancer Thriver after being diagnosed at the age of 31 and I live in the Dallas area.
So cool to hear you're from the Dallas area as well! We'd love to have you join our in-person support group. It's a great way to give and receive advice in a safe space. Here's the link to learn more if you're interested: www.nationalbreastcancer.org/nbcf-programs/breast-cancer-support-group/
How honest about everything, her family and her feelings and stories like these is what we are all searching for really regardless of whatever cancer and stage to feed in these stories and no doctor knows really how each of us will do on treatments, regardless of stage, that’s a good thing as we all want to live so hope it a treatment too we need to receive.
Yes, we are so grateful that Tracy shared her story so honestly and openly. We hope you enjoyed watching her video!
One year with cancer love to all ❤
Youve been thru a lot and i admire you so much
Are you cancer free now? I have Metastatic 5 years ago, it spread to my bones and liver too. I am about to give up the treatment, but your story inspires me.
Thank you for your question. Tracy is currently still living with metastatic disease. Treatment for metastatic patients focuses on a different goal than non-metastatic patients, the goal being improved quality of life, rather than a “cancer free” designation. We encourage you to consult with your healthcare team before changing or reducing any course of treatment. You are in our thoughts. 💕
Wow 5 years? What treatment did you do? Thanks and God bless
Dont give up..my 72 yrs old mother having same ..and she has been fighting with it
Thank you for all your replies and encouragement. I will keep fighting.
Will u please identify bone metastatic symptoms? I had breast cancer 6 months before me treatment has been finished but noe im suffering bone shar sudden oain it will come for 1 minutes than goes off ,i also feel burning sensation on my bone
Thank you for sharing!! All the luck in the world!!❤
Beautiful woman! God Bless
Praise God for your standing with your level!
Why is it that nobody will say the full name and contact information for great knowledgeable doctors????
Hi there! We’re sorry if you’re struggling to find the right doctor team. Unfortunately, we cannot make any specific recommendations since we are not medical professionals. We encourage you to reach out to your community for the best recommendations in your area or ask a different doctor you trust for a referral.
@@nbcf giving a physicians name and contact does not require anyone to be a medical professional. I do work with a homeopathic his name is doc cal streator at northern nutritional center shipsheewanna Indiana. See how simple that is?… lmao I didn’t ask for a drug prescription. Now I have no trust in your information at all.
Thanks for your story.
Proactive and positive ❤️😊
I love your story. Thank you for this uplifting video. Your advice is wonderful and will help so many people. God bless you.
So inspiring!!! Thanks for sharing and giving hope to others.
Ohhhh what a beautiful sweet person you are Tracy you have a spirit that's beautiful Tracy just lighting up a healing candle for you that you 💜
Thank you for your kind words!
My aunt was just diagnosed with that type of breast cancer. Hopefully the treatments work
What a lovely inspiring woman.
We think so too! 💗
You are so brave. I'm sorry 😐 your husband couldn't be more supportive. It sounded like denial to me. I hope all is well with you guys and your life. God bless you 🙏🏻❤️
I don't have breast cancer, I have stage 4 lung cancer but I thoroughly enjoyed your interview. Take care!
Sending you love, hope, and strength! 💗
Wow! So happy for you.
It's a real story? Why she is not on any other channel, newspaper, interviews...it is possibile to connect to her? Like a webinar where we can ask her questions? Thank you
What an incredible story. ❤ you’re an amazing lady ❤
We are so inspired by Tracy! 💗
@@nbcf As we all are! She’s absolutely awesome. Just what the community needs. ❤️👏❤️
What a wonderful, thoughtful woman ❤
She is indeed! 💗
Wow that was powerful testimony I mean I wish every person could hear her story and obtain the support they need.
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I love your honesty as I feel the same through some treatments I’ve thought enough I want to die it’s normal when it gets real hard a day at a time 😊❤
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You're amazing!
She is! 💗
Wondering what stage she was in when she was diagnosed?
Tracey how is your health now 🙏❤️🙏❤️?.
Tracy has been doing great! 💗
Aman
Another son aged 42???
Lol! I was thinking the same thing! What did she mean?
@@amymac41890maybe she has an older husband who has an older kid already from a different relationship idk….
@@amymac41890 I think she was referring to her age at that time she was having another baby