When I was 36yrs old I was given 10% chance of survival, I knew I would grow old. My rose colored glasses and my relationship with God made this 60yr old 100% alive today. Stay positive, stay grateful for what you do have, stay health smart and this will soon be in your rear window. Blessings and Prayers
Could not agree more! Our family faced a brain tumor and i prayed for it to be a distant event in our rearview mirror. It has now been almost 15 years and God is always right here ❤
People like this don't come around very often. I REALLY hope this works out for you, and for the rest of humanity. We need people like her on this planet.
You are truly special. I have never seen such a bubbly personality in the face of hardship. Congratulations on being so positive! Praying for you that this goes away and stays away!
Praying for you! Our granddaughter had bilateral Wilma’s tumors at the age of 2 1/2. One year of chemo and months of radiation and today she is 17 and is doing well. One doctor’s appointment at the time but she is a black belt in karate and is on a successful Ninja team. Thank God for the wonderful advances in healthcare.
There are a lot of people who have not only survived but THRIVED to live long lives after a “Stage 4” metastatic carcinoma. You are young and there is so much new knowledge incorporating superior nutrition, and many other therapies that are saving lives. I will join so many others to pray God will show you the absolute perfect path for your healing and complete victory over this!
@@tropicallyfityes ,I had carcinoma and was no big deal ( got it removed) whereas my Mother had melanoma spreading to her brain which killed her .No comparison
My former boss had a funny spot on his leg, so he went to see his dermatologist. She took a biopsy and told him she'd let him know if it was anything to worry about. He went about his business and almost forgot about it, since he never got a call. Must have been fine, he thought. Until he started to get progressively worse headaches a few months later and went to see his primary physician about it. Long story short, he was diagnosed with disseminated metastatic melanoma. It was everywhere, including his head, leading to the headaches. A few months later, he was dead. Turns out his dermatologist did receive a positive result and, for whatever reason, just filed it and went to lunch instead of starting immediate treatment. As Madison said, never, never trust the process. Second-guess, get third and fourth opinions, ask if there's something you don't understand and advocate for yourself. It could save your life.
That's so tragic. He at least could've been bought more time on this earth, if not been put into remission. ALWAYS look at the results in your Health Portal. At the very least, you'll be able to follow along with the doc as they discuss the results during the follow-up. Currently trying to find out what's wrong with me. It went from nausea to localized nausea (one particular quarter-sized spot), then gnawing pain, another spot...now a year later, it's something I can feel jab me when I bend at the waist. Feels like a rock. I've looked at all my portal results and they did find a few things--but funny enough I don't think they're related. Looking things up ahead of time helps me think through the problem, and after manh medical tests and scans, there's only a few things left that it can be, and I'll bring those ideas up with my GI doc next time I see her. Hopefully I can avoid such a grim prognosis.
@@5Gburn Thanks for chiming in! Yes, he might have had years left on the clock, just imagine if he made it until immunotherapy was available-he might still be around today. So, yes, always look at your results. If you don't understand them, ask your doc. Connect with other patients. Make sure you know what is happening and why it's happening. The medical world is a high-paced environment, mistakes happen. All the time. And that's fine when it comes to an ingrown toenail, but don't let it happen to you when it's about life and death. I'm not sure I understood what you mentioned, but it might just be a hernia or some other benign reason. I think it is worth getting it checked out, though. Pushing thumbs here that it's nothing serious. Unfortunately, sometimes it's really difficult to figure things out. I myself keep finding blood when wiping after visiting the bathroom and noticed low iron levels on top, so I insisted on a colonoscopy, which was done recently. Funnily enough, the doc said he didn't see anything of concern. Given my old boss's history, I'm still worried as it keeps happening. Alas, insurance doesn't pay for several colonoscopies in a row just for shits and giggles... 🫤
@@nancys2275 Thanks, Nancy. Since my mother used to have problems with hemorrhoids as well, I did ask him about it, but he kept reassuring me that there was no problem. Yet, the blood is there. And the low iron levels do point to internal blood loss. I guess I'll have to keep nagging my GP about it.
@@Noodles.FreeUkraine , if someone doesn’t get a call back after a skin biopsy, I would hope your post encourages someone that they need to call the dr… Wow! That’s just so sad. I’m so sorry that happened to your boss.
I think the immunotherapy must be marvelous. My cousin had Stage 4 Melanoma and started the immunotherapy. She was only able to take one round of therapy because it almost killed her. However, it's 10 or 11 years later and she's still here and has gained 3 grandchildren! She feels very fortunate even though she knows it could come back again. However you are so much younger and could tolerate all the treatment so I just know you'll have an even better outcome. Bless you and I pray for your total recovery. Thank you for sharing your experience with others. You are a sweet girl! ❤❤❤
Immunotherapy doesnt work in all cases. In some cases it can make matters worse and is hard to control. A pt can develop all kinds of side illnesses. and it can weaken the system. One should def get second opinion and do their homework. We are grateful that we went with our gut and got to choose the best and appropriate method of attacking our melanoma. Surgery is the always best option from what i understand and after that immunotherapy, chemo etc.. dep on the diagnosis
I had a melanoma on the top of my left arm. They cut it out a year ago. I had two big cancers cut off my face yesterday. I know how you feel. Best of. Luck from New Zealand.
You are a beautiful person. Thank you for caring enough to share your experience with us!! So many people need this information!! I am praying for you!! You are fierce and courageous!!!
The laughing and smiling is her way of coping with everything that has happened. ... it's all psychological....her thinking is that staying positive will help her survive this. Like she said.... better than crying about it... wouldn't help anyway.
That call. I had a routine blood panel to rule out atherosclerosis causing a few headaches, no big deal. 7.30 pm a few days later, out of the blue. "Be here at 8.30 am tomorrow for an ultrasound scan, your liver function is weird." I didn't have atherosclerosis. My headaches had nothing to do with my disease, which was asymptomatic. That disease turned out to be Stage 4 primary hepatic non-Hodgkin Lymphoma - somewhat rare. The formal diagnosis came 13 years ago pretty much to the week, without it I would have died within months. I started chemo immediately, and it worked. As you can see, I am still here. Take heart Madison, you are brilliant, everything is possible.
You are the sweetest gal. It’s hard to explain to people that melanoma is so hard and everyone needs a skin check every year or if you have a suspicious mole. . I was a derm nurse for 20 plus years and we saw many skin cancers. Sending prayers and hugs to you… I’m glad you’re doing well…
I was thinking the same thing! It's crucial. Madison's patients are going to be ahead of the curve. Every medical professional should be discussing this with patients.
@@shelleyjackson8793Most cancers stem from either genetic predisposition or completely bizarro random mutations. There are people who live kn white bread sandwiches and Dr. Pepper who live to be 94. No telling which batch we came from. Smoking kills. The air is unhealthy generally. We'd have to live in a bubble to not be affected...but, oh no the bubbles are made of plastic. We must do everything we can to stay healthy--and stay vigilant to spot any concerning changes. That's it.
@@shelleyjackson8793 It's possible not, however what you consumed likely had an effect on how quickly the cancer grew, how your body was able to heal it, and how efficient your overall treatment was? Your diet matters. We all have little cancers in our body all of the time. Most of them are eliminated by our immune systems.
You are a bright star, a true shining light. I have such admiration and respect for people who inspire others with their positivity and optimism, even in the face of adversity and in this case the terrible news of a cancer diagnosis. An incredible testament of courage and resilience. Prayers to your recovery, and may the life of you and your family be blessed 🌟
My 23 year old son had a small light colored bump on his back that bled when it was rubbed by accident. I insisted the doctor remove it because I had caught an early melanoma on my back when I was his age. His biopsy was melanoma. This was in 1999 so treatments were not as good back then. I remember him getting regular brain scans because melanoma often goes there. Listening to you of course brings back our experiences. I’m so glad there is immunotherapy now for you. Five years ago I had radiation for a recurrence of uterine cancer and I hope you have the same success with it that I did. I found it pretty rough but it did the job and Im still NED! I’m so very glad you are adding in lifestyle, diet, and attitude considerations to your standard care. Every persons cancer is unique because we are all biologically differently. Making decisions as a cancer patient can be very hard. You are helping so many with this video and your amazing optimistic outlook. Thank you for educating others and I wish you all the best.
Thank you for sharing your story! You are truly a bright light, and I really hope the best for you going forward. Praying you keep kicking the nasty cancer’s butt and it never comes back. Stay well my dear💗
Madison, you are a BEAUTIFUL young woman, inside and outside! Your spirit is so amazing and your optimism is truly a gift! The world needs more people like YOU! Thank you for sharing your story. I wish nothing but the very best for you and your sweet family. I honestly feel that God's hand is on your shoulder, leading you in the right direction. Please give us an update once you have new news. We are all in your corner, girlie! Sending all the love in the world your way! You got this!!! ❤
Madison you are not only So Upbeat but an Amazing young Woman!My youngest daughter,she is 23 is a PA she is working in a hospital in 10 days.I am from Philly YOU ARE SO STRONG!!Also a BADASS in the Best Way you are dealing with this!!You came up outta nowhere on my youtube videos sorry i'm 60 this is new.I'v been through addiction of ALL lets say the Worst Drugs.I feel Discusting using,a smoker a drinker,Drug addict as i said.Thank God my children are well.Especially My little PA.I never COMMENT but you blew me away with your ppositivelyMadison you are one Soecial young woman.I Pray ALOT you are gonna be in my Prayers Sweetheart.Believe ME i know people and you my love ARE a Special young Woman!!DAMN!!❤❤
Praying for your full recovery, Madison. You are such a positive and grateful human being. Despite the cancer, you do not show any signs of remorse or misery. You accept what's there and try to be the best person you can be. This is what is so inspiring about you. I have such huge hopes that you will survive this because the mind is powerful and faith is miraculous. Stay positive and generous with your story. There are so many people in the world who needs to hear about your story. Much love.
Your bubbly positive attitude is so amazing ❤Truly you are a beautiful soul .My dad passed away from melanoma when I was 18 .Spread so fast so quickly.He was a non smoker , non drinker and ate healthy . Pray you get healed completely 🙏
You have the positivity backed with authenticity... not just empty words. Your excitement of supporting your body in it's healing shows. Healthy nourishment for the body is so important... and so is healthy input for the mind. Health and wellness belong to you. It's yours.You've got this.🤩
Wishing Madison all the best. She gave good advice. Nutrition and exercise are things that you can control, so understandably, that's what people try to focus on more daily to maintain energy and mental strength to endure the rollercoaster ride that is cancer...Positive but realistic is key so maintaining mental health support is incredibly important as well.
What a lovely young woman you are! So appreciate that you bring nutrition into the fold - brilliant. Wishing you well, and how proud your parents must be to have such an incredible daughter ❤️.
Thank you for this very informative video. I’m so glad that you are a born optimist. That outlook has, obviously, served you well with this scary illness. I’m a born pessimist, and whenever I have a medical issue, I immediately start envisioning who’ll be at my memorial. 😱 Am doing it again now with a questionable breast issue (I had breast cancer decades ago). I love your advice regarding foods, and I wish you all the best with your treatments. Your patients are so lucky to have you.
This is so true. Practicing stress reduction techniques for improved self-care and self management really can help. My wish for you and yours is that all your hopes and dreams come true.
I had melanoma in 2014. They started with a shave biopsy. Initially, I asked my PCP about it during a routine physical. She said she could cut it right out and stitch it up (biopsy it, of course). I thought that was overkill on her part because cancer never even crossed my mind. She asked if I'd prefer to go to a dermatologist, and I said yes. Mine was along my shin bone, so it required a legit surgery under general anesthesia to remove the spot, do a skin graft, and remove lymph nodes. I'm not sure how my original doctor thought she would've been able to remove it knowing how the surgery eventually went. It's been 10 years now. Thankfully, I haven't had any other issues. I get skin checks every 6 months. I could've moved them out to a year, but I insisted on keeping it twice a year.
I had a melanoma removed from my shin bone earlier this year. I am glad I read your comment, as I have not followed up with another skin check. After 5 month of the excision scar looking healed, all of a sudden the spot where the melanoma was became inflamed and infected! I need to get back in there for a follow up. Best wishes and positive thoughts to everyone!
@@perpetualkarma5773 Definitely get it checked out! Did you have to have a skin graft, too? I had a moment a few months back where a strange "discoloration" popped up over my skin graft, almost in the exact same location of the last melanoma. I got in right away, and they did another biopsy. I forgot what they said it was, but it wasn't malignant. I googled the terminology when I got it, and it said something about how it can happen with skin grafts.
This is such an inspiring interview! I admire your positivity. I hope everything goes well from here, and the radiation treatment will be as effective as possible. Thanks for sharing your story - I will be working on removing processed foods from my diet!
Thank you for sharing. I always stress to people to get their office notes and lab results/test results. I want to see them with my own eyes. Too many times a doctor will tell you everything is “normal” when it is not.
After my cancer. I let go of alcohol and meat. I moved into more of an alkaline diet. Less acidic. Knowing disease is happier in an acidic body. Disease cannot survive in an alkaline body. 🌱
Watched the documentary What's Up with Wheat? And it was an eye opener. So many people say they are gluten intolerant and then there are tons of people that roll their eyes at those people and point out that we have been eating wheat for thousands of years. The documentary shows that the wheat that we eat today has changed exponentially from what it originally was.
Thank you for sharing! Sending prayers for total healing. What a beautiful positive soul you have. Prayers to Saint Charbel...he is a miracle worker for cancer. ❤
Your attitude towards going after the disease is to be commended. I definitely feel a positive attitude is half the battle. I am praying you have a long, happy life! ❤🙏🏻
At this point you're doing everything right, truly. Apart from the must-do's like your medical appointments, nutrition and your attitude ranks second and third on the list. Just remember that fruit is high in carbs, and berries are the way to go when you're focusing on low carbs. All the very best to you, and rest assured, you ARE all of us. Any of us can be you, and, indeed, many of us ARE you. ❤
You are so sweet and have the very best attitude. Your very beautiful and have the prettiest eyes. Keep up the wonderful outlook, I will keep in my prayers
Your positivity and strength is amazing and that’s not easy to do when we know something isn’t right with our health. I’m wishing you all the best, I would love to hear an update down the road on how you’re doing.
I wish eating healthy was an affordable option . We can’t even afford the foods that are bad for us. It’s the plan, though…medicine is a business, and healthy people don’t make them money.
You're such an amazing young lady,with such an amazing attitude. You definitely hit it head on, you're an inspiration. Im praying that you will continue to get "NEDS" with all your scans going forward. God bless you 🙏🩷🙏
You are so strong and sweet , oncology RN here , so sorry you are going through this horrid disease , so young 8:41 😢… you are an excellent speaker , you should vlog your journey , I am sure it would help many ..
Thank you for this very informative video. I’m so glad that you are a born optimist. That view has, obviously served you well with this scary illness. I’m a born pessimist, and whenever I have a medical issue, I immediately start envisioning who’ll be at my memorial. 😱 Am doing it again now with a questionable breast issue (I had breast cancer decades ago). I love your advice regarding foods, and I wish you all the best with your treatments.
Outstanding video. So sad to see what has happened to healthcare in America. All about billing, nothing about prevention, nutrition and long waits to get in.
Stay NED, Madison!🤩 My friend's mom was diagnosed with melanoma at the end of 2021, luckily it hadn't spread. Doctors told her it happened because of a blood clot in her leg. Gee, what could've caused in a healthy person a blood clot that the body wasn't able to dissolve long enough to cause chronic hypoxia? Baffling...
I was diagnosed with supposedly stage 2 melanoma from a scalp leision in 2010. Then had regular x-rays and very small tumor found in left lung in 2015, removed by VAT surgery. It occurred again in 2016. Again removed from left lung. Then coughed up tissue and blood from esophagus, and was told it was inoperable. Was then given a cocktail of mekinist and Tafinlar 2X per day. Haven’t had a recurrence since, though get CT scan and MRI 4 times per year. So, fingers still crossed. Currently 68 years old, so, optimistic. Part of problem is gene BRAF mutation. Good luck girl. Many medical advances.
Hi My Dear! My wife passed away 13 years ago of the same cancer. You are going to an absolutely wonderful, wonderful place---trust me it is an incredible place!!! EVERYTHING IS GOING TO BE OK-----I PROMISE!!!
