I had an ovarian tumor the size of a football. I tried to get help from my doctor and he acted like I was drug seeking. I was sick, never felt good. I couldn’t use the bathroom. One night the pain changed. So I waited for the middle of the night to go to ER. They did ultrasound, then cat scans. Basically told me I was going to die. I never had any fear. When I left my home I knew I would have surgery and back home in 2 weeks. They sent me down south to university of Seattle. I said this healing prayers from my faith. Thy name is my healing, O My God, and remembrance of the is my Remedy. The doctor said it was a miracle. They did a debulking, took out some lymph nodes and the cancer didn’t spread outside the tumor. When they brought me to my room, on the nightstand was a beautiful bottle of lotion and across the top it said Remedy. I belong to the Baha’i Faith. Their prayers are amazing. That was in 2011. It’s now Dec. 2023, no recurrence of cancer or tumors

My beautiful mum was diagnosed with Ovarian Cancer on 21st Dec 2014 and died on 21st June 2015. They said 6 months and she had 6 months to the day. Her only symptoms were some backache and a couple of weeks of what seemed like the flu. Then bam! Stopped being able to go to the loo and she was in agony. Like all of a sudden. I was 6 months pregnant. We’d been shopping for strollers 2 weeks before. It was like a bomb went off in our lives. I miss her so much. So much. A year later Dad took his life. It was just too hard without her.

Almost my story exactly! I was 58, in perfect health, got a 16 cm (and still growing) fluid-filled cyst (never had pain, just found it by fluke), had it removed laparoscopically, (ruptured), and then it turned out to be high-grade serous adenocarcinoma, Stage 1C2. Same surgical path and chemo regimen. And five years out, I'm fully cancer-free (q3months Ca 125 checks). You got this, Randalynn!!!

Lost my sister to Ovarian Cancer. She was diagnosed when i was 28 and she was 31 and pregnant with what would have been her first child. She had a couple of occurrences and died 8 years later. It’s a real shame there is no screening for this. We need to do better.

I’m 19 years out from ovca stage 3b. I did have 6 carbo/taxol treatments and 12 additional taxol treatments. I now volunteer in a wig bank. Cancer pts are given free wigs and many additional services. I’m so happy to be of help to them.

My baby sister had what she thought was a bad cold for a couple of months.Finally went to the doctor and was told she had ovarian cancer this was on 3 Oct 20. She had her first chemo treatment on 26 Oct 20. She died later that day of her first chemo treatment from a blood clot.Her death devastated my whole family because she was the baby of the family and we thought she would out live all her brothers and sisters.Pam was 50 years old.

I was diagnosed with stage 3C Ovarian Cancer back in April 2017, I was 3 weeks short from my 45th birthday. I had the chemo, full hysterectomy, and debulking surgery, the avastian afterwards. I was told I had 6 months to live, I remember being so poorly. The symptom awareness is terrible, here in the UK anyway. I did really well on all the chemo drug's. The beginning of this year (Jan 2024) I went for CT scan so I could officially complete the 5yr remission. It now turns out I have one 3.5cm and 3 smaller cysts now found on my pancreas 😢 I'm waiting for more investigations to be done, but we know our own bodies. I'm scared, but I've fought once, I can do this again ❤ btw I rocked a bald head, showers were so much quicker lol! But shout out to all my Teal Ribbon sisters. We are truly built of strong sh*t. Much love to anyone waiting on results, going through treatment, post and in remission and to those dear angels that have passed from the awful disease 🙏🤧💚

I was undiagnosed 15 months ago despite looking 6 months pregnant and being back and forward to my family doctor. Am I bitter? Hell yes!!

My mom fought hard. She suffered from ovarian cancer. She was diagnosed in 2007 and passed away in 2016. It's a really tough disease. It's known as the silent killer. It's really sad that even younger women are getting diagnosed with this disease. These days. And I really don't think that it's only diet, exercise and not having a good lifestyle that is contributing to this. But I think it's also air quality and water quality. Which unfortunately, nothing is being done about. And not just ovarian cancer, but also other types of cancer as well. 😢😢😢

People who have/ had cancer are extremely brave. My husband is working through his second cancer. No words.

Lost my best friend to this in 1996, she was 35. Lost my mom in 2014 to this. Thank you for sharing your story. God bless you.

When I had my genetic testing done, they said oh you have the good type of lynch syndrome. It has the lowest cancer rates. My doctor didn't understand that when you have a genetic defect, it does what it wants. There is no rhyme or reason. We with the pms2 variation get just as much cancer as the rest, there's just not as much data known about it. Cancer is an awful disease and I'm so grateful for these stories. They make me feel so hopeful. Here's to hoping for continued health for you friend!

I was a medical liaison for my friend’s non profit for women with GYN CA. She was misdiagnosed for months, and sued the PPO for malpractice. She had 2 young sons, and lived until they both graduated from High School. YEARS after her prognosis of “months to live”.

My mom had Ovarian Cancer and I was her caregiver. Seeing and feeling all the pain and different effects she went through, I am not going to have any treatment.

Two year’s remission Ca125 and Pet Scans every 3 months. Now it will be every 4 months thank God so difficult to have manual checks. I had Stage 3C and months went by Primary would not listen. I was dropping weight like crazy my stomach was big and I was constipated painful back and tiered. Finally I said I want an Ultrasound she made a colonoscopy appointment which would be 3 months away. I said I hope I don’t have cancer she said well if you do all they will do is cut you open and sew you back up! Went to Ultrasound the Tech said you need a CT Scan like today! Wow I got up early went to Emergency. Got a CT Scan doctor on duty said you have Ovarian Cancer. He told my primary she got me an appointment with a Gynecological Oncologist. I was shown the Tumor on my test results. I was numb in shock. He wanted a Debulk we set it up. Then a Cyber Attack they cancelled I had to reschedule. Clock was ticking. Went in 9 hour debulk surgery three blood transfusions. Your right ouch. Was awful everything out cervix fallopian tubes appendix ovaries part of my colon and intestines. Left with a ileostomy bag. Life had changed 87 pounds a bag and a urine bag strapped to my leg. Then later a Port put in and like you same chemotherapy drugs . Blood test port cleaning constant appointments. Hair didn’t fall out until after chemo was finished. Now have neuropathy in my feet snd wore cold booties snd gloves during chemo oh well maybe be worse if I hadn’t. Nine months later ileostomy take down bag gone. Now constant bowel issues. Hospitalized for a blockage wanted to die. Its been hell and it does change you. Always concerned don’t want a reoccurrence. Like walking on eggshells. I had Stage 3C due to so many delays cancer was spreading fast. They were pulling it off my bladder. I am very lucky can always be worse. Two years now 109 pounds exercise daily eat healthy pray a lot. I look great like a different human then. Sorry so much more but you got the picture Trauma and PTSD side effects. God bless

Im a stage 2 ovarian cancer survivor. Also had endometrial cancer same time. I had 0 symptoms until 1 day i had a cyst on my ovary burst & it was so painful i took myself to the er since it was midnight. And i was diagnosed that day

Hi ladies.. I'm dealing with 2 forms of rare ovarian. I have mullerian endometriod type stage 3C and clear cell was found in the peritoneal wash after surgery. I've done 6 rounds of chemo and I'm in remission presently. I have to see my Onco every 3 months for a CA125 and pelvic exam. I did paclitaxel and carboplatin. I lost all my hair too and my big toenail started to detach!! I'm told I have a 70 to 90% chance for recurrence. I'm doing all I can to keep that from happening but I also have my 85 and 86 year old parents living with me. it's a little stressful. I had to help take care of my dad throughout all my treatment. he fell about 2 years ago and has been on a walker since, it involves a lot! Good luck to all you out there who are dealing with all this as well. I am also 18 years out from breast cancer, I'm 60 now. I was 42 when I had the breast cancer. take care of yourselves beautiful ladies.

You're a very brave woman. Thank you for sharing. The more people tell about ovarian cancer it will make drs aware of it There is no test for it and the systems are so general they are mistaken for less complaints. In my opinion all drs should routinely check for ova cancer in females at age 25+. Im 82 and was diagnosed in 2021 with stage 4 serous fallopian tube cancer. Inoperable due to my age and fitness. Ive had 3 cycles of chemo and am now on maintenance PARP treatment. Its not permanent but will keep me going until the cancer returns or I develope other problems. I had no idea I was so sick. Iwish you the very best on your journey.

Our stories are so similar. I started having back pain November 2019. I started acupuncture to try to help the back pain. I had two episodes of severe night sweats. Couldn’t make any connection. Then in July 2020 just a couple months after Covid started I was diagnosed with stage four lymphoma. RCHOP & radiation and now I’m in remission. Will be 66 in April’24. 🙏🏻 Thank you so much for sharing your story. I had tears running down my face watching it. Because I can relate. But I went through it mostly alone. ❤️

I love how she explained all of this. I can tell she is aware of her diagnosis. Perfect to educate others.

Just had a 13cm mass removed from my ovary (lost the ovary & tube too) awaiting results. Still in a lot of pain! Suffered with symptoms for 2yrs, GP ignored symptoms so had a private scan, waited 6 months for surgery! Thanks for sharing your story, you are very brave & I wish you good health 🙏

Your story is incredible. I am so glad that you had all the support that you needed & it really sounded like you had a great support system. Unfortunately not everyone does. My gf in Alabama had to go through what you did all by herself. She literally had nobody to help her, can you imagine that? Imagine being alone while going through chemo? Imagine recovering at home all alone? You are so lucky & I think you know that you are. Blessings to you! Prayers for those that have to go it alone....

I lost my oldest sister to Ovarian cancer at the age of 20. Thank God treatment has improved since then. God Bless you Randalynn. You're a star x

That just blows my mind. I had an ultrasound and an MRI for a mass on my ovary and they could not define what it was and she refused to do surgery until she did every cancer blood test there was and then my doctor did the surgery and it came back benign.

This was such a captivating telling of her cancer story, something I would not have imagined saying before watching this. Randalynn painted the picture of her experience so well, and told it so bluntly while personalizing it so much, and she was so easy to listen to (soothing voice, good pace). I learned quite a few things about the cancer journey, things that so many of my loved ones probably went through, but which you just don't talk about in this depth. Thank you for sharing your story Randalynn.

3-19-24 thank you for your story. I saw my Dr today and I am getting checked for ovarian cancer soon. I've gone through breast cancer 2 x with a mastectomy the 2nd time 5 years ago. It has been a long treacherous journey. I hope and pray I don't have to do this again but if I do, I will remember your words and take one step at a time. You are an amazing woman. God Bless!

My tumor is the size of a basketball and I have metastasis in my lung and possibly my liver but we don’t know. I am grateful God didn’t give me children because I have a gene mutation that caused the cancer. It sucks. I am on chemo/immunotherapy and responding well, I’m only 2 rounds in so we will we where this goes. You are a warrior and one of the first videos I watched when I got diagnosed. You give me so much hope.

So beautifully said, especially at the end. We have no control when we get cancer. Just choices. I was stage 3c ovarian cancer, an exceptionally rare type. Chemo and radiation for me. It’s been 17 years. I’m very lucky. I always say I got far more from the experience than was taken from me. Yes, I have neuropathy and lower back pain/hip pain, but I learned more about who I am and what’s important. I’m so fortunate. Let’s enjoy each day!

Thanks for sharing your story your saving lives…..my mom was so sick and dismissed in horrible pain and after a year finally was in the hospital she died 6 weeks later I now tell people keep going back and advocate for friends family yourself thank you

Shirley here my mom had ovarian cancer. She always went for her test pap smears and the overlooked her ovaries. By then the cancer went into her colon she has a colostomy and other surgeries and lost her life. All the chemo for nothing. She survived 2 years.

My mother was diagnosed with stage 4 lung cancer NSCLC Exon 19 Deletion) in November 2020. She had developed a persistent cough that did not respond to treatment but otherwise felt fine apart from an ache in her legs. Referred for tests, and stage 4 lung cancer was a shock. Her oncologist prescribed a new TKI drug (osimertinib.) There were 15 months with a normal life, progression, radiotherapy, new drug, progression, and chemotherapy and whole brain radiotherapy that did not work. My mother died on 4th November 2023. She had a strong will to live and stay with her family, but her body had had enough.

My sister passed aged 60yrs of several years of illness symptoms - not once did a doctor consider ovarian cancer or order a CA125 - it was only done following collapsing at home and she ended up in ICU department they ordered a CA125 and it was extremely high ! She passed away with her family around her. Sorry to hear your story 😢

I'm sorry to learn about your experience, but I'm glad you've survived and you will continue to do so. My dad faced cancer years ago and successfully recovered without resorting to chemotherapy or radiotherapy. Through faith, a dietary shift, exercise, and supplements, his healing journey was lengthy, but he triumphed. Today, he's in his 70s, embracing life to the fullest.

You are such an intelligent, well-spoken person. What a challenging time you’ve had! Thank you for sharing. You just never know who you will help by making this video. 🤗

I had chemo for breast cancer. Yes, the nausea pills were needed. And that awful chemical taste! Ugh... My prayers for you to beat this cancer.

My mom died of ovarian cancer. They found it at stage 3c. She also experienced uti symptoms. Nothing ever showed up on any tests.

I am a retired nurse. Ive seen dermoid cysts with hair and teeth. It is crazy what the body can grow! Not grossed out at all! I’ve always wondered why people feel compelled to explain their type of cancer to anyone. Even if it was on your hiney 🕳️. Which might be embarrassing. But that isn’t anyone’s business! Tell them whatever you want to tell them. They aren’t going to know the difference. I don’t mean sharing your story, this is outstanding advice. And I hate you had to go through this! Tell your story but only share what you are comfortable sharing. 😉 You are a beautiful soul! I wish you the absolute best. I pray you live a very long time, love! ❤️ Edit: “type of cancer”

My thoughts and prayers are with you. I don’t have cancer but have had LUPUS for over 40 years. I have severe pain but I take one day at a time. I have learned that how I react and deal with my health condition is crucial too my mental health. 💝

I have adenoid cystic carcinoma and the first thing you said speaks volumes. Once you get diagnosed you really don’t get a moment to process it because you become engulfed with treatments and appts. Thank you for sharing your story

thank you for this. My Mother had ovarian cancer and my best girlfriend is going through this now.

Congrats on beating this cancer! You are such a beautiful young lady! Been there.

I have a good friend who got a diagnosis when she was 33. It rebounded and she said the hardest thing was telling people and having to go through their reaction. When it happened we had the internet but social media was something just for college kids. Now people have social media and can tell most everyone online and not have to endure everyone sorrow at once. God bless you, you are a beautiful woman.

Thank you for sharing, I’m newly diagnosed and my surgery in 10 days, I pray that I will be as strong as you are🙏

The medical malpractice you have endured Randalynn is terrifying. I am so sorry.

What an amazing job you did telling your cancer story. You are an inspiration to all. May the good Lord bless you and keep you cancer free, 🙏❤️✝️. Thank you for sharing your story!

My mom, had a distended belly and trouble going number two.. she went to her family doctor, who sent her to a gynecologist and did a fluid draw in her abdomen come to find out she had high-grade serous carcinoma… turned out to be stage 3C and she died 15 months later. This year it’ll be seven years and I still miss her.

Before you even said it, I was gonna type never let anyone but a gyn oncologist do complicated surgeries whether they are cancerous or not.

Oh my goodness you are a strong woman! Thanks for sharing your journey. My heart breaks for you.

OMG!! I had a dermoid ovarian cyst, removed, no CA. I'm so sorry you are going through this..😢❤❤❤ Take care of yourself my sister ❤

Thank you for sharing your story!

Well done, and thank you so much for sharing, I lost my mum aunty's and sisters to this ovarian cancer HGSC stage 4, going through it now. Ginger root in canada has found helps. I miss my dearest precious sister and friend every day.. Hugmuggus warm heart felt hugs 💜 🙏🏿

Thank you for sharing. So sorry to hear of all you went through.

So glad you got great news. ❤

I appreciate you sharing!! Hugs! Hope healing is permanent

God bless you you are a beautiful lady and strong ❤from ENGLAND

My mother was diagnosed with ovarian cancer back around 1985-86. She wasn't feeling right for several months before that and she had gone to primary care provider two or three times before she got the ovarian cancer diagnosis. Doctor did pap text and it of course came back negative. Doctor couldn't feel anything in her pelvis so nothing was done until a piece of tumor fell out of her vagina. She had extreme tiredness and unusual pelvic pain before she was diagnosed. Unfortunately, they didn't have ultrasound or other diagnostic abilities they have now. I'm sure they would have gotten her an ultrasound scan and CA-125 test immediately when she first complained of tiredness and pain if she had been going now. Chemotherapy gave her another good year of life but it did not rid her of the cancer on her intestines so when they had to stop the chemo it came back. You know your body. If you have unusual tiredness or peivic pain tell primary doctor or ob/gyn to schedule you for an ultrasound immediately.

So proud of your courage, thanks for sharing.

Thank you for sharing your story and educating others ❤

Thank you for sharing your journey. You are saving lives and helping prepare others on how to get thru it. I cannot even imagine going thru what you have experienced. Stay positive and strong, you are truly a survivor.💖

Well said!! You were Awesome!! Praying all goes well in your future!!❤

Im so happy youre doing good now. Youre a brave one! Prayers for you and your family.

Oh my goodness! This is an insane story. I have so much love and respect for anyone going through treatment for any form of cancer. You are so articulate and self advocating which clearly has served you well. Stay strong.

You’re amazing!!! Your recounting of your story and your tips are incredibly helpful All the best to you and thank you SO much!!!

I’m sorry that you are going through this. I wish you swift recovery. ❤ from the universe to you

Just came across this video. Well articulated. You sound like a very strong beautifully woman. God bless you and your children. I wish you all the best!!!

Wow! You have explained things so well! I don't have cancer but you have certainly given me a good heads up! Thank you!

THANK U 4 SHARING YOUR JOURNEY ❣️ GOD BLESS U & YOUR HEALING PROCESS ❣️

You are a beautiful strong soul. Will forever be in our family's prayers. ❤

You are such a beautiful person inside and out omg

My mom had multiple myeloma. She had an anaphylactic reaction,as well during chemo.

Wow. (This amazingly courageous, strong, and humble woman has been through hell and back. 😢) I'm so sorry that you had to go through this! Thank you so much for sharing your story- your incredible journey as a warrior! The medical system is replete with unexpected landmines, and those who don't know what they are doing. :/ Blessings to you, for getting through, against all odds~ and may your body's own natural and gentle healing processes take over from here!~*🌹

I cried every second of your video! Can’t believe how strong you are. Where you were getting your strength from?

You are so incredibly beautiful! I am so glad that you are doing much better. Your babies are so adorable too.

Thank you for sharing ❤

I was dignosed an ovarian cancer stage 3 in June 20th 2023 and still on treatment. After surgery and chemo now doctors put me on oral treatment Lynparza. I had symptoms for months but did not think of cancer. I had back pain for months, blotting, stomach was not right, feeling so much pain inside during intymacy with my husband.

Interesting.thanks for sharing.💜

What an amazing lady!

Excellent job telling your story! I pray that God will restore you to full health and that you will one day not have to do any more scans!

You're an amazing woman. ❤

Wow! You looked so, so sick! I can’t believe how we can overlook being so ill. ❤

Thank you for sharing

Thank lord my lovely sister she doing well now l pray everything we be ok

A tumor that grows teeth and hair is called a teratoma. My sister-in-law found out she had ovarian cancer when she was pregnant with her first child. As her baby grew so did the teratoma due to hormones and eventually there was no more room for both. She delivered at 29 weeks, and two days later she started chemotherapy. Thank God for big extended families - We all took turns caring for her and the baby 24/7 for the first year. My sister-in-law and my nephew are 100% happy and healthy 25 years later!

Thank you, you are very strong, God bless ❤️🙏👣

How do people work going through cancer? With all the doctors' appts and being sick, how do you continue working, or do you get on disability?

I had endometrial cancer and went into surgical instant menopause lol it was great fun lol luckily i only had to do a few sessions of radiation, which is extremely mild compared to chemo i had a few symptoms but they were so so mild and i am so incredibly thankful for that

Very interesting!

THANK YOU

Thank you.

Brave gal . Bless you

wow, you are amazing...thank you for sharing how courageous you are ~ THUMBS UP

Hi, thank you so much for sharing your story. Did you end up doing the genetic testing for Lynch Syndrome? Just curious as I have it.

Her nurse practitioner prescribed antibiotic for a "UTI", without seeing her or examining her??? My healthcare provider don't prescribe anything without seeing me, even if it's something I've been prescribed before or am in the middle of treatment.

Wonderful advice. You are a beautiful woman. Thank you so much.

Wait! They weren't aware she had low BP until they were getting her ready for surgery and she had to tell them? 😮

OMG. Blessings 🙏!.

My sister fought this for 5 years. We both did the genetic testing & came out negative for the genes. There needs to be more research on the cause & the cure. She did all the steps & the road never got easy. I miss her so much.🌈

Thank you for sharing. Ovarian Cancer is not well understood like other cancers. Lost a sister who was 46, like you, with a large lump on her ovary. I pray that there will be a test like the cervical pap to help with early diagnosis.

@I HOPE YOU SEE THIS! I am so Grateful for this video. I don't have cancer. Thank you Jesus Christ ❤ but your faith, optimism, grace and courage touched my soul tonight. I hope you have a relationship with Jesus Christ because He is the One who kept you and strengthened you. Such a positive attitude and amazing 👏 smile. You have inspired me where I was feeling dead at for so long because the last year of my life was nothing but trial and tribulation literally , but I survived it and working towards overcoming it. I wish I could hug you. I wish you knew how I been attacked by external cancers. I just curiously jumped on your video and you were meant for me to see , I even saved the video just in case I got the blues or pity pot. Don't know you but I love you. Amen May you and your beautiful family Be Blessed many years to come. Love Jesus because He is the Living God/Water and Our Anchor 🎉🎉🎉 Fight the Good Fight Sista!!! Show us how it's done ❤❤❤ Many Blessings be poured into you because of your Unwavering Faith Hallelujah Amen 🙏

You look healthier now! 😊