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Hi Jessica, I am a surgeon, and I just wanted to let you know that I have really loved your and Brian’s videos for a while now. I think your videos are not only making such a big impact on patients who are going through a similar process, but it also has a positive impact on medical professionals and medical trainees by providing such a thorough, thoughtful, and engaging patient perspective. Just wanted to wish you well on your upcoming surgery, and let me know if I can help in any way. The whole medical process can be super confusing and overwhelming so I am glad you have a great team to support you. ❤

Remember, surgical pain has an end to it. My friend had stage 4 colon cancer at age 40, metastasized to her liver. I had no hope for her, but she is now 70 years old and leads a full life. Hugs to both of you

I'm on a parallel path to you Jessica (I am 43 and diagnosed with high grade serous OC in July) and I think this is very good news. I had complete debulking surgery at MSK-Stage IV, but they were able to get everything out. My understanding is generally they proceed with surgery if they think they can get all or most of it. It is a big surgery, a little scary, and recovery has taken patience but progress has been steady. I'm still making my way through chemo. Thank you for sharing your journey so openly, it has helped me feel less alone.

As a nurse and a breast cancer survivor, I think the planned surgery should give you hope. Sending you much love!!!!

Watching Brian struggle through delivering that sign off and Jessica barely managing to say “yes” instead of her “that’s definitely all I got” tagline freaking broke my heart. You guys sharing all of this DEEPLY personal stuff is a huge sacrifice and by doing it you are making an immeasurably positive impact. But you can’t pour from an empty cup, as they say. We all want you guys to put yourselves first. Don’t feel too obligated (or at all obligated) to the channel. Love you.

As a 6yr Ovarian Cancer Survivor I completely understand. The debulking surgery is very detailed and I believe necessary. Sounds like your medical team is on top of your care. You are stronger then you realize. Hang in there. You can reach out to me at any time.

I just had my debulking surgery one week ago, for stage 3 ovarian cancer. I feel so relieved now. It’s a big surgery, but so necessary. I also got a chemo wash during the surgery. I was lucky did not metastasize. The recovery is slow, still having belly cramps, but it’s ok with medicine. I wish you all the best Jessica, you will be totally fine!!!.. Big hug from the Netherlands 🇳🇱 ❤

Jessica, I believe surgery is a positive step forward! I also had surgeries for Ovarian cancer. I was uncertain going in, but surprisingly relieved once they were done. The surgeries alleviated my worries about my uterus or other ovary becoming cancerous in the future. I hope that makes sense. Brian, I too feel positive and better about this treatment option. Jessica, please know that you are loved SO Much! Praying for hope, peace, and joy in the midst of this very difficult time. You are both such beautiful people! Thank you for allowing all of us to share in your journey. 💗

Sounds hopeful to me! As someone who went through cancer a few years ago and came out of the very surreal experience that cancer puts you through and was 'cured' (a word my doctor even used!), I always felt, if there were options, there was hope. Your doctors definitely seem to feel they have options in your case! Lots of respect for you both and how you are documenting this and handling it all. I am sure there will be many you are helping by honestly sharing your journey and it will give them the courage to face their own experience.

I think this is a positive thing, Jessica. I was diagnosed with OC last year. My gyn onc went in and did my debulking surgery first. Total hysterectomy and removal of the tumors, then I went through five months of debilitating chemo. After a CT and pet scan, I am cancer free, thank God, and have been for over a year now. I still go in every three months for my CA-125 blood test and doctor’s appointment, but it is necessary to keep on top of everything. You can do this. Just believe and trust in God that everything is going to be okay.

I realize that you may not be doing cartwheels, but this sounds so promising. I'm excited for you. All the best. Different set of circumstances, but my dad had a 5+hour craniotomy at age 86. Not even the neurosurgeon thought he'd get through it. I'll never forget the neurosurgeon's face at the conclusion of the procedure...when he came out to speak with my mom and I. The doctor put his hand on his head and said, "He did great." All of us were in disbelief. My dad lived into his 90's. Quality of life was excellent. You just never know. Go into this believing you'll come out the other end of this better than you are now.

Stay strong. A dear friend has gone through a path similar to yours…20 years later she’s doing well. I’m a breast cancer and more recently leukemia survivor. I think it’s a good sign the doctors want to do surgery for you. It’s a lot to deal with, but it seems hopeful. ❤️

My mom had an aggressive form of breast cancer and went through chemo/radiation planning for her surgery. They went in to do a lumpectomy and the tumor was completely gone even though it was visible just prior to her surgery. They did remove a few lymph nodes because it had spread. That was four years ago and she's doing very well. Miracles happen!!!!!

I am grateful you are surrounded by people willing to keep digging for info!!!

I agree. If the doctors didn’t think you could beat this - they wouldn’t do the surgery. This is definitely hopeful, I will continue to send positive energy your way Jessica and Brian.

My cousin’s son had a debulking and when the surgeon went in, there was only scar tissue. I know it was a different kind of cancer, but it was unexpected and positive news. Anything’s possible!! Hang in there❤️

Stay strong beautiful!! You got this!! Cancer messed with the wrong one!! My 6 year old is going through cancer treatment as well and lost his eyebrows and eyelashes. They are finally growing back! We are all fighting this together 🙏🏽🫶🏽💪🏽👊🏽

Jessica we're sending lots of hugs & love! 💞

Surgery will almost certainly give you answers. More information. More data. It feels like progress, even though I understand it’s scary. Keep fighting. You’re both in my prayers. 🙏🏻

From what I hear in your videos, you are doing everything you can do - being a good patient, but being proactive on your own part. Brian is doing everything he can possibly do - giving you encouragement, having your back and feeding you the most nourishing food that he can provide. You are taking care of you! Now, the doctors with their review boards are not just relying on their own capabilities, but calling in other specialists to advise them. The biggest part is worry over what everybody does not know. I think the further surgery is necessary to get more information. They will know more after that. I hope the results will lead to a definite path to follow as you travel through this. God bless and God speed!

In the middle of a breast cancer fight right now. Chemo ended on 9/1 and I'm 5 weeks post surgery. 6 weeks of radiation starts on 11/30. I got my eyebrows and eyelashes back 2 or 3 weeks ago, and my hair is just starting to come back in now. Like other posters have commented, they would not be doing the surgery if they had no hope, so this is a GOOD thing. Stay strong and keep fighting. You're an inspiration for all of us!! 💞💕

Waiting for the doctor's call must have seemed like an eternity. I'm glad it gave you both a little hope. You are fortunate, Jessica, to have such a great team of doctors working with you on this. I hope the surgery will give them some answers that will help with your treatment.

Based on my personal experience, I can say this sounds super positive to me. You both are doing EVERYTHING right, and clearly Jessica's team is doing the same. I would take this as good news. Bless BOTH of you and your attitudes and honesty. Thank you for sharing YOUR journey; every single patient's journey is as individual as they are, but your generosity in sharing this journey, WILL help many others facing a cancer diagnosis. (I rarely comment on videos, but felt compelled to, today.) ❤🙏

I had a total hysterectomy in 2015. Although the cancer was confined to the uterine lining alone, they took everything to prevent the possibility of metastasis. For that I am grateful! I'm very encouraged by your diagnosis. The fact that the cancer has NOT metastasized after all this time is awesome news! it. Even if the doctors advise to remove part of your liver...it will grow back. We are truly "fearfully and wonderfully made"! You and Brian go celebrate this news.

It also sounds like they want to get a visual to see where these small spots are. And if they see them, they intend to get them. Sounds like they have your best interest in mind and want to do their best to get anything they can see. My mom had this done twice. Recovery was painful, but worth it. Remember that: it was worth it. ❤

I’ve been following your story as I too was diagnosed with cancer in March this year. Stage 3c ovarian cancer, but I am 65 years old. My heart breaks knowing how young you are to have your future change in a moment. When you share your feelings, I can so relate yet not because of our age difference. My case is straight forward unlike yours. I found out because I had fluid (ascitesj causing horrible pain in my abdomen that had to be drained multiple times until the second chemo treatment reduced it. This fluid was filled with cancer cells which bathed my peritoneal cavity possibly leaving cells for future growth. I did have a couple of very small spots that have shrunk with chemo based on the 3 follow up CAT scans. I was amazed when you said that your CA 125 came back normal. Mine was over 1600 originally and after my 9th chemo is now in the normal range (29j. I’m elated. I am on the same chemo drugs as you as well as avastin at my 6th chemo and after. I also get a shot to increase my bone marrow production of infection fighting cells. I had a total hysterectomy (July 11th 2022) and omentum removal and debulking 4 weeks after my 4th infusion. I was very frightened for complications and pain but despite the long incision, I felt it was much easier then I expected. I wish the same for you. have had 2 cesarean surgeries and this was comparable. It helped that we purchased an electric recliner and my husband placed a bar near the shower and toilet to help me pull up. Also having the 8 week break from chemo gave me energy to recuperate and convince me that I will feel more normal again. I hope u experience that same feeling and thoughts. My doctor did increase the number of further infusions after my surgery. Originally it was 8 but he increased to 10 just as precaution against the fluid that was originally found. Like you, I just wanted surgery, like you, to have a better chance at life. Today I just finished my 10th and last chemo (hopefully). These last 3 really have drained me but I know after one more post chemo week to ten days I will start to feel stronger. Then another cat scan and discussion of maintenance treatment. As you know…one step at a time. Your mind can’t handle too much at one time. I just want to assure you that it is amazing how fast your body can heal. I know your initial surgery was tough but you were suffering terribly with that mass on your ureter. Hopefully this time your healing will be easier. Thank you for sharing your story. You and Brian are a strong couple and are helping so many of us going thru similar circumstances. My heart and positive thoughts are with you. ❤️

I have to say I am a big fan of your attitude, outlook and courage. You are so graceful Jessica, I’m sure not only are you going to come out on the other side but come out with lot more courage, compassion, character and life.

We are continuing to pray for both you and Brian. I'm going to stand in faith that if they don't see it then it isn't there and that whatever is there will end up being nothing. I personally feel like the debulk is positive and I'm glad they've decided to remove the lesions they see on the liver. I am very hopeful that by this it will lead to more definitive answers. Very positive forward step...they would absolutely not be doing this if they thought it wouldn't be fruitful. God does have this! I am going to stand in this for you both. Love and hugs from Alabama!!! 💝💝💝🙏

I’m so sorry that you are having to go through this. You are so brave. Your candid updates are appreciated and reminds us to continue in our efforts to offer support and prayers. Keep fighting!

It’s a roller coaster guys. We have so many expectations we have of modern medicine and it is a process, a journey. But I’m so glad you have hope. Glad you have each other. We’re all wishing you strength and the best outcome possible.

Dear Jessica...my heart goes out to you and Brian! I am a breast cancer survivor since 2009 and I am now 66 years old. Please do not lose hope! The surgery sounds like that will give drs more answers and take out more cancer cells... A complete hysterectomy is not an easy surgery even without the OC. I know as I had one when I was 39. So recovery from it will take time and slow. I am glad they will give you a pet scan to see if you will.light up in.other areas. Keep up the greens whole foid blender smoothies. Check out Chris Beat Cancer u tube. Dr Mc dougal. Dr Brooke Goldner. Be proactive with a clean green diet for healing your body and adding foods that kill off cancer cells. Green tea...bluberries..broccoli. Huge hugs to you both! ❤️💞

Hang in there, Jessica & Brian! We are behind.you 100%.

I feel this is good news. I was treated at Mayo in Jacksonville for a gyno cancer stage 4a. The doctors at Mayo are the best. I love how they work as a team to figure out the best care for their patients. I know how difficult this journey is for the two of you but know Mayo will keeping working to figure this out. Hugs to both of you! ❤

I agree that this is good news. The doctors have changed from Defense to Offense. Continuing to hold you both in prayer. ❤

Just keep up the positive attitude...you do have a beautiful clear face. Wishing you well and sending love to you both from a New Zealand viewer

Surgery is very VERY good news - and having had a complete oopho hysterectomy with omentum (tummy fat flap) removal for endometroid ovarian cancer I can say from experience that the relief following it getting done and getting the damn stuff out, makes the recovery not nearly as challenging as I expected and hopefully it will feel the same for you. My surgery was delayed 3 months as the tumour had caused blood clots in legs and lungs so they had to get that sorted first. It’s great, they are treating you not just managing you. 👍👍👍💐💐💐

Just wanted to offer a little support for travels. It does sound better now that they are proceeding with surgery.

Everyone is right. They don’t do surgery unless they think it’s a tool for getting the cancer. I’ve had three surgeries two abdominal- you’ll do great.

Prayers for you Jessica. These times are so crazy. When the doctors look to see if cancer exists in that particular area. And the doctors can see the cancer by looking inside the body, and tell you it spread. I think they want to be certain what is going on with the cancer. I think things sound good, it looks like they are doing prevention measures. My uncle had got pancreatic cancer and he had to do surgery, and the doctors said the cancer had spread too much. He got sick in June with flu like symptoms. They did the surgery in September and said they he would die. Most the doctors will tell you straight.

I'm so glad you're feeling hope. My cousin had OV and had very poor treatment with the worst outcome. I'll tell you a little story. When I was going through stage 4 breast cancer surgery (mastectomy, chemo, radio, bone marrow transplant) Olivia Newton John was diagnosed with breast cancer and had breast conserving cancer ie: they did the excision around the cancer they could see. It was done in Melbourne so very much in the Australian media. My Sydney surgeon and I discussed it and he said her cancer would return and he was sorry to say he thought she would die younger than was necessary because she hadn't had a mastectomy (this breast conserving surgery was offered to me by a different surgeon, and thank God my instinct was to get another opinion). I felt very sad when she died recently and had never forgotten what my wonderful surgeon had saidt

From one cancer survivor to another, I celebrate the compassion and support you are receiving. My prayer is for your heart to be comforted and encouraged.

I'm so glad you have Brian by your side. Continued prayers for complete healing.

It feels like they are doing all they can. And I am praying and believing for wisdom for the doctors and healing for you Jessica. thanks for sharing guys.

granulomas are non-cancerous, yay! it’s always what we want to hear, it looked like cancer but it’s just a granuloma. Great news that it hasnt metastisized so let’s hurry with surgery Mayo!!

Surgery would allow the doctors to actually see what can’t be seen on the outside. And they would be able to get good biopsies. It gives me hope. I’m praying for you… ❤ 🙏🏻 🌺 Thank you for keeping us updated!

I have been praying for complete healing. I believe God will heal you and it definitely could happen that the cancer is gone. I will continue to pray. 🙏🏻❤️

I pray that you can continue to have HOPE in your heart. I love hearing that you aren't giving up. Praying for everyone. 🙏🙏🙏🙏❤

Continuing to pray your complete healing. I'm with you in thinking that they may find nothing when they do this surgery, and all cancer is gone. Miraculous things do happen.

This really sounds like good news. I had an abdominal hysterectomy/oophorectomy, during which my cervix was also removed, when I was 33. It wasn’t fun, but it was totally manageable, and I’m a much bigger wooss than you are. Fingers crossed that you continue on your own unique path, defy any negative expectations, and heal better and more completely than anyone could have imagined. One step at a time, and lots of love and life along the way!

I had ovarian cancer. It sounds to me like this is good news. It also sounds like you have a top-notch medical team. So glad for you.

So glad to hear from you again. Only the best wishes for you! Breast cancer survivor, I am. So I can relate. Keep us updated...we care!

Knowing that they have a plan makes me feel better. This seems like good news to me. I am praying for you both. Love you both❤️

Going on offence rather than defence. Team Krocks !!!

Thankful for some encouraging news!

You are headed for healing...no question...I believe your plant based diet is definitely helping your body get better and you should have hope...you will be blessed with health....really! Don't be sad....you are amazing and you will get better!!

Hang in there baby! I think there is hope. I will pray for your healing.

Prayers for you both! 🙏🙏🙏

Big hugs and prayers!❤

I agree with others, surgery gives sign of hope. The not knowing and just waiting is the hardest part. Now you have an advanced plan of action. 😘🙏

Prayers continue for you both 🙏🙏💕💕

Continued prayers for you both.

You guys are the best!! Praying for your total recovery. 🙏🏻

Jessica, Praying for you!!

Prayers for you. Love❤

Prayers sent! I feel you got this! ❤

I’m feeling full of hope for you!! Thank you for updating us. Continuing to pray for both of you!

Praying for you two and a miracle. 💕

Love you Jessica! Hang in there! ❤

Praying for you!

Sending hugs, love and prayers!

Sending you hugs Jessica and Brian. Xxx

We all love you and are praying for you! 🙏🕊️❤️

Sounds very promising!! You are so strong!!

You are in my thoughts! Standing strong with you

It’s a blessing to have such a good team working on your case!! You’re off the book as you say so it’s perfect they’re going off the book for you!!! Let’s get it OUT and get rid of any there and keep you moving on in your beautiful path. It’s intense surgery but you’re an amazing spirit and let’s all visualize you healing well and quickly. I always have myself and clients look out 3 weeks from the surgery date and see themselves healed a lot and it helps our subconscious know we’re going to heal and work towards that as well. Wishing you both the best always! ❤

Prayers Jessica🙏🙏🙏

Sending you both love, light, and healing thoughts now and always.

Keep fighting Jess!! Sending you and Brian strength and hugs! ❤

Thank you so much for sharing your current situation and the steps in front of you you are taking . much love to you both and your fur bud !!

Love to you both. Praying for your complete recovery. 🙏💜

I just know you’re going to beat this! Prayers and hugs to both of you!

Praying for y’all! God bless you both 🙏🙏🙏

What a hopeful call from the doctors. Stay positive and keep fighting this. You are amazing people and it is easy to get down at a time like this but you have a team that really is on your side and helping you to get through this.

Sounds like some really nice directions being followed by your medical team.. This call and discussion will lend itself well to your Thanksgiving. Prayers are coming from Chester, VA. Be strong!

Praying for you both💙

Finally, I’m so happy for you! This really does represent a shift in their optimism for your case.

So happy there are treatment options for you and hopefully they will be able to find out what they need to know for treatment plans in the future; if even needed at all! What wonderful news that would be!

Hugs and prayers Jessica!!

It's so nice to have next steps and a plan in place! I feel hopeful for you, and I'm continuing to pray for healing!

Sending you lots of prayers, hugs and love.

There’s always hope! Sending you love and hugs Jessica and Brian! ❤️

Praying for you both.

Sending prayers and love to you, Jessica.

Continuing prayers for you 🙏🏻🙏🏻🙏🏻💗💗💗🙏🏻🙏🏻🙏🏻 Thank you for taking us along on your journey. 🥰

Absolutely, it is brighter, the future will be better. I’m praying for you and so proud how both of you are fighting this fight together along with your wonderful team of drs.

Continuing to pray for you both. ❤️🙏

Sounds like everyone, and you are being PRO active and that is Always a Good thing. Keep hanging in there girlie girl.

such heavy news. your team sounds incredible. cheering you on over here doll. xo

Hope is such a great gift! I think this is a positive step forward!