Heartbroken. My sister has stage 4 cancer.
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- For those of you who have listened to our podcast you know how much my sister means to me. I can’t fathom a life without her and we’ll fight for every treatment we can for her and support for her little girls x
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Hi Sarah, I am so sorry to hear your story. I know your pain all too well. I just lost my third and last sister, October 3, 2023. The four of us were inseparable. The pain is so awful and yet, somehow hearing your story, is helpful. I am Sally (baptized Sarah Jane) and the youngest of the four. I found you by googling lost sisters because I just wanted to see if there was a story similar to mine. The craziest of all is in the frame time that I was losing them we also lost our 39 year old beautiful niece to colon cancer. She left behind a seven year old. Life is so hard sometimes. I miss them all so much. I am sending you so much love.
Stay strong and positive. My mam was diagnosed with bowel cancer at 79. She's now 87 and line dancing 3 times a week. You can do it.
What stage was your mom dx in? This determines (for the most part) the outcome.
Sadly she passed away
So sorry to hear this, sending love and prayers. I knew a lady who was diagnosed with bowel cancer aged 50, she survived it and lived until she was 101!
She didn't have chemo then and still survived ... That's great!
My sister died of liver cancer that started in her colon. She was chronically constipated. You and your family are in my prayers. Stay strong and remain faithful. I am a firm believer in medical treatment and miracles. God bless you and your family.
I’m a cancer survivor. Stage two breast cancer, I will hit my first milestone in June (five years). I made a close friend in treatment. Different cancers she died in October. I’m gutted. I also have a cousin who had been in remission for five years. So fight my sisters. I’ve seen miracles happen. I will hope this for you.
Truly heartbreaking news 💔 The podcasts have brought me so much joy and your dynamic as sisters is beautiful. Praying for you as a family x
In September of 2017 I was diagnosed with anal cancer.May of 2018 I was told they got all the cancer.August 2018 I had a routine scan and found out it spread to my liver.I had surgery in September 2018 and I'm now cancer free.Stage 4 doesn't always mean a death sentence. Stay positive and you will beat this.So glad I came across your video.Lots of love and prayers to you from Ontario, Canada 🇨🇦 xo💗
How are you doing? Was it squamous cell? I'm always looking and reading to find anyone in even a remotely similar condition to my loved one. Fellow Canadian from Montreal.
@@AlexaLikes. Hi darling , I have stage 4 non small cell lung cancer Adenocarcinoma ,, i’m wondering how fast it will metastasized to the brain or other parts of the body and unable to find out but I pray for all the people that have cancer and pray that you’re not in pain and pray to God that you have pain medicine, so I have no pain medicines How are you doing? How was your family? Are you still alive? Are you in pain?😢
So sad to hear this news but feel encouraged the doctors are treating to cure. You both are strong, beautiful women. Keeping your family in my prayers, I hope you’ll update us as you go along. xx
So so sorry for such heartbreaking news, be positive at all times and stay strong. That’s what l like about our medical here in South Africa where l live, it’s just darn good . When l had some reflux and gastric issues l was immediately sent for a colonoscopy, it was all clear, however why is this not done as a regular check for most symptoms or are people just leaving it too late. Cancer is very curable these days, however it’s when it hits the liver that’s rather concerning. My husband has had cancer four times and his a walking miracle so please don’t ever give up.
Go with what the Dr's tell you to do. Treatment today is excellent. My husband has just been through rectal cancer and my brother through spinal cancer. Both still here and plodding on. So, stay strong lovely lady ❤️
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As someone who is battling stage 4 bowel cancer, and whose father who also battled it, my heart goes out to the whole family. I appreciate you bringing awareness to the cause. Sending love and prayers your way.
I have quite intense health anxiety and I know that unfortunately you can't control who/if you or family/friends get cancer, but I can't even describe how upset and emotionally sad it makes me, knowing that ppl get taken away from the world from stuff like this 😭💜
Just thank you for making this video
Naomi, my aunt also had stage 4 bowel cancer at your age 15 years ago; she recovered and has been happy and thriving for many years. Like you said, a lot has improved in the medical field and you have the best family support around you, so you're the best possible position
The love between you is beautiful. Thank you for spreading awareness. I never had a single symptom but was diagnosed with stage 3 bowel cancer at in 2020 at age 57. Mercifully we become courageous when we get news like this, without even trying it wells up in us... I’m sure you know what I mean. So then, wonderful sisters, I pray you (your dad too) receive healing and comfort all along the way.
I clicked on your video having never watched you before as my dad had stage 4 bowel cancer. He was diagnosed when he and mum were on their first holiday after retirement. I think he knew but had been in denial. Thank you for speaking out about the need to be open and honest. I'm sure you will be helping many others. Wishing you all the best in your ongoing journey.
Oh lovely I send you so much love and positivity! You WILL get through this. I heard bowel cancer is one of the most treatable cancers. Thank you for speaking about this, you are so brave xxxxx
Thank you so much - we really hope so xxxx
I get my results tomorrow, had all the tests, now for the results. So good that you have your sister with you. I hope I am as strong as you xx
Hope the results were ok Pauline x
Hey... just wanted to say that I hope you're okay❤
@@SJ_Strum thank you, because the prep wasn't very effective, I have another colonoscopy Friday, they are still convinced it is cancer but want another biopsy. The good news from all the scans is that they have caught it early and it hasn't spread. So still a bit of a waiting game to find out the treatment plan. I feel very blessed. This has been down toy very astute GP.
I have been on extended prep this time but am still constipated, am hoping the rest of the prep does its job. I am at a loss to understand why things aren't moving so to speak.
Thank you for taking the time to ask about me, you are all in my thoughts a lot, your honesty about the whole process is inspiring. Thank you xx
I feel so awful for all of you, just sending "huge" love and support, I can't even imagine what you've been going through, you're so brave and strong for doing this, lots of love for you both ❤️❤️❤️
Praying for you, sending a huge support hug and love and light toward you Naomi x Praying for all your family too. My mum had bowel cancer, it was rough but she survived and is thriving cancer free now 10+ years! I can understand the heartbreak and grief, praying for healing. x
Ahh this is wonderful to hear thank you xxxxxx
This video will save someone’s life. Hoping for nothing but the best for you all going forward and sending love your way
Ugh I am heartbroken to hear this. Sending so much love. The dynamic you two have on the podcast is my absolute favorite.
I can't even imagine how hard this video was to make, but your amazing and so strong for doing it to help others.
Sending big hugs to you and your family x
This is just such sad news and nothing I or anyone can say can make it ok but THANK YOU for sharing this because I am 42 and have very similar symptoms but because I haven’t had weight loss I have always thought no point checking it out. Tomorrow I am making that appointment. Your amazing and brave and I send you lots of love ❤️ xxx thank you for sharing this xxxx
I know the pain your family is going through. My husband kept going to his doctor as he was feeling so unwell. The doctor told me he needed to be in a psych ward as everything was in his head. Sadly within hours of his last appointment he was rushed to hospital diagnosed within hours with cancer of the oesophagus nothing could be done we lost him within weeks. He sadly believed his doctor he was so relieved when he was diagnosed yes relieved. I feel doctors attude have to change and they must be held accountable. I want to wish you father and yourself strength all the very best
So sorry to hear that
@@tracey8698 thank you
I can completely relate to the anger you're feeling SJ, I had a huge amount when my Dad had bowl cancer. You're right Naomi, it's one day at a time, one foot in front of the other, attending the appointments and finding joy wherever you can at a really shit time! Much love to you both xx
I’ve been having some of these symptoms lately and have been brushing it off as no big deal… just made an appointment to have it checked out. Thanks for the video, and stay strong!
I am so so pleased don’t be scared. It’s for the best. Sending you love follow the page and keep in touch @survivingsupportingsisterhood x
Be brave and best wishes x
Thank you for your encouragement. I have been putting off minor medical ailments for a long time. I'm taking action asap in honour of your video and fight. I hope this message reaches those who need it most.
Shocking news, and thank you so much for raising awareness and sharing the realities of what you’re going through. My dad had the same cancer and he never explained truly what he was going through so this was so helpful for me to understand how he was feeling at the time.
You are both such lovely souls and deserve to have each other during this difficult time. ✨
My daughter had advanced stage 4 !
She’s all clear 6 years now ,
Good luck 🤞
Thank you Irene!! I hope I can tell that same story x
Hey,
Thank you for making this video. You are both incredible. My 2 year old son was diagnosed with a wilms tumour in July, he had his kidney/tumour removed and then 8 weeks of chemo and thankfully was declared as in remission in November.
What you said about showing up rang through and made me cry because everyone facing cancer is fighting for their lives, my little boy Beauden though brave and strong was very lucky in his battle. His staging plus how the operation went we’re all in his favour and he is no better nor worse than a child who’s battle may be harder to fight or who may not win.
All we could do was show up for him.
You will get through this, I have no doubt. Sharing your story is inspirational. Thank you so so much.
Amie, ireland x
Sending so much love amie - it’s such a cruel disease - the fact children go through this just is so painful to imagine. Sending love to you all xxx
@@SJ_Strum thanks. We’re very very lucky to be out the other side, the fear is there that it will come back, scans etc but i count my lucky starts every day to be in the position I am. I’ve seen things that I’ll struggle to recover from. I know it could be so much worse.
I hope ye’re doing ok. We’re all behind ye x
I have had stage 1 rectum cancer and never been the same, I have been the only one in my family and I'm only 28 don't have kids yet. Every intestinal or surgery in the bowels upsets them. Trapped air all the time. Not really enjoying food. Every bit of excitement sets the pain off again. Then there's been beautiful days where I could go out in the sunshine. I'm plucking up the courage to get my ileostomy reversed in April and hopefully will be able to visit the UK to see my family and do my Scotland tour. Thanks for sharing because I don't feel as alone anymore and if I'd bump into you whenever I am over I'd be pleased. All the best for ur journey x
Im so so sorry you have to go though this. I had colon-cancer stage 2 when I was 24. I will be praying for you
This is such sad news I totally understand it as I also have stage 4 colon cancer I also have my sister who’s my biggest supporter, I’m a single mum to 3 children so understand your pain when u speak about yours…..sending u so much love n strength my fellow warrior ❤❤
My Dear! I truly pray for daily strength and for full healing. Amen Amen!
I have Hodgkin’s lymphoma cancer.. and the journey is hard but you got this.. you are strong and beautiful… it’s okay to have emotions roll coaster … it happens to me a lot.. 💪🏻💜…
Thank you for being so frank about your symptoms ... This is what people need to hear. My youngest sister is 42 and almost finished chemo for breast cancer. She's a very healthy woman other than this. They're treating for a cure too and she's an optimistic person by nature. Wishing you all the best 😘
i am making a doctor's appointment as a result of this. its probably nothing but you've encouraged me to check xx sending well wishes and love
I am not sure why your video came onto my feed, but I am glad to have found it. You are brave young women. I hope and pray your course of treatment is life healing. The way you support each other will give others hope. I am sure there will be someone saved because you made public your situation.
Sending hugs to you both! Love you both. Praying you will have healing, wise doctors, and strength as a family. 💛
S.J. I wish that I had words here, but I don't. I'm just seeing this. I would not wish this on anyone. I will certainly be praying for your beautiful sister and all your family.
sending so so much love. as someone who has had loved ones have cancer, i would suggest to really not be afraid to stay on top of your pain and don’t be afraid to take pain meds as prescribed, you deserve any and all comfort possible❤️
I’m so sorry SJ and family. Sending the biggest hug.
So people can find this on google I would tag the symptoms. Xx
This came as such a shock to me. I am so so sorry to hear this. I will be keeping you in my thoughts ❤️✨ and always hoping for a recovery!
My Nan was diagnosed with Acute Myeloid Leukaemia in May 2012, and was given days in November 2012.
We had an amazing extra 9 years with her, and she passed 30th December 2021. We had her celebration of life today. Hope, prayers and love got us through the worst days of her battle, and following illnesses.
Thank you for raising awareness.
Sending so much love 💛
Love to see the support and sisterhood. Prayers to you from Minnesota. 🧡🙏🏾
So sorry to hear this, I have just discovered your channel. 20 yrs ago we had two people in the family with cancer within a short time like you have had. I have noticed these things come in pairs. Wishing you the best possible outcome xxx
Thankyou I just found your Chanel. My mum was diagnosed with cancer in sep. It's nice to see how you all stay positive. I wish you well XXX
Big Huge Hugs! Sisters are very precious!
Poor thing …. Sorry honey ….thank u for being brave and telling your story ❤️
My heart goes out to you. Your relationship as sisters is a beautiful thing.
So sorry , I've had bowel cancer,age 30, got a colostomy I'm 53 now . Please please try to keep strong , you are 2 beautiful girls, and you are braver than I. Sending love and prayers for you x
I am so sorry to hear about your sisters diagnosis. Recently my own sister has been diagnosed with ovarian cancer so I can relate it the shock of it. She’s only 21 and has 2 under 2 so it was such a shock to hear that even with cancer running in the family.
I just came across your video by chance, Recently moved to another country and having Crohns disease, my " system" has been playing up. Will need to get my medical insurance sorted. Sometimes we meant to get these messages for a reason. Thank you for your bravery both of you. Sending lots of love.
I'm praying for both of you, her for healing and you for peace!
Stay positive sweetheart it can make a huge difference to dealing with this condition.My 34 year old granddaughter died of this last year , she started off positive but she wasn’t able to deal with it , with @3year old and a 5year old she couldn’t accept this terrible blow. BUT maybe if she could have faced up to it like you things might have been very different. So stay strong and fight this I will be praying all turns out good for you God bless you sending lots of love to you and your family Xx💞💞
Very sorry to hear this news! Praying for you to be a shining miracle and kick cancer’s butt!🙏🏾🙏🏾🙏🏾 New subbie here. Love & blessings from Hawaii!🌺
I commend the reason you decided to make this video. May you continue to receive the compassion you're already giving to people you've never even met, who will benefit from the information you choose to share. Much love to you and yours.
~FM :)
your strength is immeasurable.
Good luck Naomi.
My mum had stage 3 breast cancer 3 years ago now and she got through it (I know bowel cancer is a different beast). We all got through it together. I just wanted to say. You said you haven’t felt angry or had the why me’s and that’s great. But also know that you are allowed to have those feelings. You’re allowed to be angry and you’re allowed to ask why, just don’t stay there. Get angry and use it to fuel your fight.
You are surrounded by people who love you and who care and I know you will come out of this even stronger than you were before. Take care and much love to you , SJ and your families.
heart wrenching news i love listening to the podcast while cleaning and hanging around the house praying for everyone involved 💔
Heartbroken for you all, what courage it takes to think to raise awareness too and help others, thinking of you all ❤️
Thank you and such a brilliant gift to give people.
I’ve just returned home from the hospital where I was visiting my mum who was diagnosed with stage 4 bowel cancer (also spread to the liver) a little over a year ago. She’s just had her last operation as part of her treatment plan.
Having your videos / explanations / experiences would have been a great resource for us so I know there will be others who appreciate it too!
You’re 100% in thinking that the treatment and care available to you is so different to what it used to be. You’ll be in the best hands! One thing at a time and sending you lots of strength!
Devastating news. Cancer touches so many of us, but we never think it will happen to someone close (or especially to ourselves) until it does. You and your sister are so clearly beautiful women inside and out. Your bravery is inspiring, and hopefully your story will help the countless others going through the same thing. Will be keeping your sister and your family in my prayers in this difficult time.
I am so sorry to hear this. I can unfortunately completely understand the shock you both have been through when you heard, especially from a sibling's perspective. Just before Christmas, my 28-year-old brother got to hear he also has cancer that had already spread, though it is not bowel cancer. Thankfully the treatment is going well, but it is awful to see him so exhausted all the time. I wish you and your family all the best
Incredibly strong women who will make such a difference making this video. Your bond is truly beautiful 💕💕💕
I can’t believe it. Love Naomi’s character from your podcast. Praying for you Naomi and SJ and your families 🙏😍♥️
I’m so sorry to hear this. Sending love to your whole family. No pressure to post often just do what you can when you feel like it. What a beautiful strong woman your sister is.
Thank you for being so vulnerable. I had no idea bowel cancer was this prevalent (I'm in the US, but still). How generous of you to give this much of yourself in the hopes of reaching others in a dark time of searching for answers.
I can't even handle the look on your faces. We love you so much
A close friend has just been diagnosed with exactly the same liver/ bowel cancer as you, she is 76 but it hits just as hard. She is waiting for a treatment plan so hopefully she can then start the first step on her recovery . Thank you for your honest and heart breaking video, it’s very helpful and informative. Remain positive and strong .
Absolutely heartbreaking. My family has also been touched by the devastation of bowel cancer, you are so strong and we are all here behind you, offering support and rooting for you.
I can’t imagine how hard this has been for you all. Sending so much love to you 💕
I literally submitted an online appt for the gp earlier today because I’ve had a couple of symptoms that have worried me enough (I’m usually the wait and see type) and then this video pops up. I’m subscribed to SJ so it’s not even like it’s an algorithm thing. Sending love 💙
SJ I have watched you for ages and I am so sorry for you and your beautiful sister and family. Love and strength to all of you xxxxxxxxx
Thank you for so bravely and generously sharing your story. It is striking how much harder it is to witness the sadness and grief than our own suffering. I’m sending my loving to you all.💗
Such an awful shock for you all, I know I'm just one of many strangers on the Internet but sending love and solidarity at this difficult time. Family support is everything, I'm sure this will reach people that will need it, well done for putting this out ❤
Naomi is lucky because she has you and together you can do everything !!! I pray for you and i'm confident it you will beat it! F*** cancer!
This is a very useful video, it is heartbreaking for all the family but it will help other people suffering the same thing. God bless you. X
Thank you so much for sharing this - It is so important that we raise awareness about these health issues, and that we show support for those affected. Thank you.
Naomi, you are such a ray of light. Your humour and character has brightened my day through the podcast so many times. My heart is breaking to see you in pain, but I am so happy that you have loving people in your life to be there. I wish you and them all the best, and you will be in my thoughts.
So sorry to hear you’re going through this 💔 Sending you all the best. Thank you for raising awareness because it is quite common. When I was 18, I experienced bloody poops and lots of pain while going. It took me months before I checked it out because we don’t really talk about bathroom things. That’s when I was diagnosed with colitis. Its followed with regular colonoscopies - not fun, but important. Whatever the cause of symptoms ends up being, it’s important to get it checked.
I’m so sorry. Thank you for using your platform for raising awareness. My family has a history of bowel cancer as well, we’ve lost people and we’ve some survivors. It’s a horror in terms of how quickly it can manifest and the fear. I have had to save this video for later as I couldn’t make it through it. Just brings it all rushing back. I will watch the rest soon. I send you all my love and will keep you in my thoughts.
❤❤❤ thank you for sharing, as so many people are afraid to ask questions you are giving honest and courageous information for everyone xxx❤❤❤❤
Bless you sweetheart, you are beautiful, keep strong it's brilliant that you have family and friends who love you, they will see you through this horrible time.💟
Treating to cure are amazing words My two best friends just went through ‘treating to cure’ cancers and both are 1.5 and 2.5 years out. Important video this is that u r doing...seeing family help one another, the process and encouragement is fantastic. And the future topics too will be helpful and real and connect us to our humanity. Thank u, Angela
RIP Naomi. So sorry your journey ended so soon. You are so right. Good advice to anyone watching. Just get symptoms checked. I had a endometrial cancer scare a few months ago. No symptoms but womb lining looked suspicious in regular ultrasound. Had a hysteroscopy and it came out all clear just polyps attached to it. My Pap smear was clear too. But am glad I checked it.
Thank you so much this is a really good video! I have ulcerative colitis so am increased risk of bowel cancer and I didn't know the signs. Best of luck with your treatment Xx
I can’t thank you enough for sharing your story. My dad was just diagnosed in December as well, stage 4, colon and rectal cancer that metastasized to his liver as well. Hearing 12 months to live at his young age of 64 is hard to swallow but I’m so glad you’re raising awareness for young women as well. We, too, turned to Google and YOUR VIDEO WAS FIRST TO BE RECOMMENDED so please know it has touched us and it has helped us know that we aren’t alone, whether you are the patient or the loving care giver. Stay strong and know your mission was heard loud and clear- I am vowing to listen to my body from here on out! Keep fighting!
Thank you for sharing. It’s important to raise awareness, I’m sorry this is happening to you. Best of luck with your treatment. I’m glad you have a great supportive family.
I have stage 4 breast cancer and BRCA2, my original diagnosis was in Dec 2012. 2nd diagnosis summer 2018. Like you said, you just need to keep turning up. Xx
Beautiful sisters inside and out…sending lots of love to you 💕Xxx
This has broken my heart, I couldn’t imagine going through this with my sister. You are both so brave to talk about it, I wish you all the love and luck in the world xoxo
I can't begin to imagine how you both must be feeling right now. Sending all my love to your family.
I can see the heartbreak on your faces. I am so sorry that you guys are experiencing this.
I just found your channel by accident, l just want to send you love and prayers x
thank you so much for this video, I have symptoms of bleeding, and stomach pain that come and go, so this video has confirmed to me that I should check up with my GP. thank you and Im thinking of you.
Super special Sisters. Absolute inspirations. Xxx
I’m feeling so very sad. I feel like I “know” you both through your podcasts which I have enjoyed so very much. I am heartbroken and sending love and lots of prayers.
Your video popped up - but I can relate to Sj as my sister has been through and out the other side by 10 years, it's in our family and I worry but 💚 it is treatable - all the best
I feel so grateful for this video in a way I can’t explain. You should be very proud of yourself for being so open and vulnerable xx
Lifting prayers to you & for a full recovery. I’m bless to have a sister too that i know we would be there for each other like you both. Greetings & blessing from California USA.
So sorry to see this earlier on Instagram. Ugh. So heart wrenching. Just want to say that your description of the farm shop loo episode is SO helpful - never heard an actually specific description of what they mean by ‘bleeding’. Must be such petrifying times but already, this one video, so valuable. So glad you’ve got such lovely support and you’re right, now is far far better than decades ago xxxxxx