Sunday, February 15, 2015

My fight against the dreadful disease - CANCER


Hi all,

Like most Chennai girls, I too had my entry into a Software Company right after my graduation. When I reached 23, I met my better half and tied the wedlock soon.




 We had a cute little girl child the very next year. I changed my job and joined back after 7 months of maternity. Life was cool and fine with small hurdles that could be crossed with patience.




We are a vegetarian family and we have the habit of including fruits in our diet every week. I live with my in laws and having an active lifestyle with busy household chores, office and some workout routines. I eat all vegetables including plantain stem and bitter guard. I find so many adults pushing veggies aside on their plate.

It was around 4.5 years post marriage - during August 2014, I noticed a small lump on the right side of my neck. It was of the size of half of a marble. I couldnt figure out why it appeared all of a sudden. I youtubed and googled :) and finally found that its called 'Lymph node Enlargement' and I was clear that it wasnt Thyroid. It was hardly a week after the swelling when I got severe fever which ran upto 102 in the evening and fatigue. I'm generally very active in the evening when I prepare the vegetables for the next day and spend time with the kid - but I was falling on the bed as soon as I returned. I had a sore throat as well. I decided to check it with an ENT specialist who in turn gave me medicines saying that 'Lymph node' coud enlarge if we get infections. He's right actually and so I took the medicines for 3 days when nothing subsided. I went to my gynaecologist who has known my health condition thru out my pregnancy. As soon as I blurted out the word, 'Lymph node enlargement' - she immediately asked me to take it serious and perform a series of tests.
Note1: Your general physician would be able to guide you best since he/she knows your health condition better than anyone else
 Note2: Please identify any small changes in your body and if its a non -painful lump anywhere, please show it to your doc immediately. It might also be non-harmful but ensure you get it clarified.
Note3: Never hesitate to take tests like blood test/scans. I'm aware that it requires a lot of money out of our hands. But in this world with adulterated food everywhere, the number of diseases are huge and most diseases do not show up with just physical examination.
It was a neck scan which showed multiple nodules inside apart from the one I could visibly see. My doc suggested FNAC which requires taking a sample using a needle from the nodule. The scan specialist was apprehensive and suggested a chest scan as well after discussing with us. He wanted that to confirm on something. We were not clear on what his suspicion was about. But still, we conceded since our doctor was informed well in hand before performing the scan. We were finally informed that I was suffering from Hodgkin's Lymphoma/Lymph node cancer. Tears rolled down my husband's eyes as he read the report online. My mother, in laws including my sister in law - were in tears. I could sense the tension but I suggested to discuss everything with doctor first. My doctor had got the news well ahead and she suggested a full biopsy to make a double confirmation. The histopathology report takes 3 days to come which confirms the stage of cancer and the type of cells which are active. This would help in identifying the treament mode as well. I was at Stage 2, Hodgkin's Lymphoma. My doc was cool in guiding us to an Oncologist at Apollo, Teynampet.
Dr. MA Raja is the oncologist I met at Apollo. He gave us a counselling session of an hour or so before talking about the treatment. We had a hundred questions to ask of course. :) Is it completely curable? How long would the treatment go? Will I lose my hair completely? What are the side effects? and many more... He was patient enough to answer every question that we had. The treatment for CANCER can be by the following methods: 1: Chemotherapy 2: Radiation 3: Surgery + chemo 4: Chemo + radiation 5: worst case - it could be Stem cell transplant. The PET scan (injecting radioactive element into your body to identify the areas where the cANCER cells have spread) - suggested that I had it in my neck and CHEST and hence Stage 2.
 Since I was in stage 2 and young, my treatment included Chemotherapy alone.
Radiation, though has lesser side effects (you wont lose hair :) importantly) - is suggested for patients who are about 435-40 years since it might cause some other cancer in the future.
This is my first day of Chemotherapy - which included a 5 hour session of injecting drugs into my veins. ABVD were the medicines offered to me.  

I told myself that the road ahead is going to be too rough. I took an LOP from work after 2 rounds of chemotherapy since I was too tired to work 
 I can quote some side effects of chemotherapy for you to know.
1: Mouth ulcers which make you lose your taste buds - you cannot eat what you like even if you are double hungry due to steroids
2: Severe Pain in the veins - if the medicine is viscous (one of my medicines was too thick) 
3: Water retention in the whole body which made my face rounded :) I started looking like a chipmunk :) 





4: Hairfall- I started losing my hair after 2 rounds of chemo - and I had to do a short haircut to prevent hair knots. Then I started becoming bald when I decided to go for a full tonsure. 
5: Buffalo hump - your neck becomes layered due to steroids - which make fat getting deposited in chest, back of neck
6: Weight gain - due to steroids
7: Nausea - which might in turn cause weight loss for some.
8: Nails and fingers getting discoloured - due to depletion of cells
9: Stomach burning - since the chemotherapy destoys all the cells in the lining of stomach
10: RBCs, WBCs go out of range and hence you are prone to a hell lot of infections. The injection 'NEOPOGEN (Cost: 12K) is given after chemo to trigger the bone marrow to produce more WBC - which inturn causes severe joint pain - I felt like I lost my hip and couldnt sit at times. 
11: Mood swings - widely due to treatment and also due to depression.  
The trauma of losing hair is just inexplicable. especially for girls, where hair literally means IDENTITY. Its a total change over of how you look.. I had to search for scarves - India doesnt have many varieties. Far east countries have a hell lot of varieties.
 
I started ignoring the mirror and cried sometimes to step out of the house. But still I had to engage myself into something. I started quilling, I learnt car driving and got my licence; I joined Aerobics. I spent more time with the kid though I couldnt help much since I would roll out in pain at times when my hubby and kid would console me to sleep.
My in laws and mom took good care of me but I started feeling too dependent on them. My dear hubby also did a tonsure to make me feel equal to him! There are guys who abandon their spouses as soon as they get to know that she is suffering from a dreadful disease. God, I cant ask for more!!
 
Note: You tend to realize the importance of your kith and kin only when you get a disease/ when you are unable to stay independent. You also tend to realize/find who your real friends are!!!
 
My scans after 6 rounds of ABVD(chemo) were normal and they told me that no more cancer cells were active. My doc suggested for 2 more rounds to wash out traces. Finally on December 6th 2014 - I took my last chemotherapy. I made quilling earrings and a 'Thank You' card to the 8 nurses who served me during my treatment.
 
 
I've been on remission since then. Its been 2 months now since my last treatment. My latest pic post treatment - lost some of the effects of steroids and my hair has started growing :)
My daily routine is: 1: I go for a morning walk for 40 min at 6 KMph.
2: I come home and prepare tiffin for the morning
3: Pack lunch for me and hubby and have breakfast
4: Washing machine
5: Give food for in laws and make kid ready
6: Clear and clean the kitchen - with utensils kept in place
7: Feed food for kid and start to office
8: I go to work in a train and a share auto - this ensures I get more exercise.
9: Reach home, have dinner and cut veggies for the next day lunch 
10: Clear the clothes and spend time with kid
11: Read a book and sleep.
 









Though I still have pains at times, I feel I can come back to my own self soon. It would take around 2 years may be for my hair to grow back as before. My steriods are slowly leaving me but its too slow and my patience levels are constantly tested. I can bear the look of strangers who give a weird look at me - but I'm hurt by the way some ppl who know me best, treat me post this. Guys, there's a lot of difference between patronizing and showing real concern . I've already lost hope in myself. If you still try to press me down, I'm ready to take it.. Keep it coming!! I'll come out with flying colours soon..
I met many ppl who shared their experiences about their kith and kin who had got this disease – I realized, life is not easy for anyone. Every person has a suffering that he/she has crossed or working upon. Name, fame, money – everything has lesser importance, the only thing which matters is the love you show on every person and the love you get from the ppl around you.

Never lose confidence in life. Even the deadliest disease has a cure if you have the confidence to face it!! Never waste your tears for petty things for it has the least value. The ppl who love you most will never ever leave you in whatever situation you are:) never lose those kind of people!!!

My latest gyan was that: Stress is an important factor for Cancer. So just dont get stressed :) if something is gonna hurt your heart, just come out of the place.. you have better things to do and better people who care!!
 
Keep moving on!! Life is too short to get stressed and get cancer :)  
 
Guys - any inputs regarding CANCER and its treatment, its side effects, scarves, motivation etc I'm ready to discuss. Get in touch if you need. Thanks.
My Email ID: vaidehi1986@gmail.com
Regards,
V.C.Vaidehi

 

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569 Comments:

Blogger Pallavi said...

Hats off....Vaidehi!! I had tears in my eyes when I reached the end of your blog.... Just ignore ppl who treat you differently. Be happy n let god give you strength. Ur lil angel is blessed to have such a brave mother..

February 16, 2015 at 2:41 AM  
Blogger Unknown said...

Thanks Pallavi :) Ya I'll prove them what I'm worthy of.. :)

February 16, 2015 at 2:51 AM  
Blogger Anjali's memoirs said...

Hugs!

February 16, 2015 at 3:51 AM  
Blogger Niveditha Kannan said...

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February 16, 2015 at 4:11 AM  
Blogger Priya Ganesh said...

U re bold and beautiful as always. Thanks for sharing and being an inspiration to everyone. Thanks to god for ur great recovery.
- Priya.

February 16, 2015 at 4:18 AM  
Blogger Niveditha Kannan said...

Vaidehi you are a true inspiration to me. Proud of you! Don't even bother about people who treat you differently they are just not worth your time.
Your blog is very useful for someone who is undergoing a difficult situation and to people around the person too.

February 16, 2015 at 4:19 AM  
Blogger shankar narayanan said...

You are a brave person as already people have pointed out. And you are doing a great service by posting a lot of details about the detection and treatment of the disease, which might be helpful to anyone. Great work. God bless you !

February 16, 2015 at 4:40 AM  
Blogger Naresh said...

Hi Vaidehi - I really admire your will and you are a really strong person. You will come out of everything with flying colors no doubt about it. God bless you and take care. Will definitely pray for your well being.

February 16, 2015 at 5:19 AM  
Blogger Aparna said...

Hi Vaidehi, You are a winner in Life, i really adore you. My elder sister is also undergoing chemo for similar issue as u had. I have told her to read your blog to get more confidence in handling it. Thanks...

February 16, 2015 at 6:05 AM  
Blogger Unknown said...

You are a good motivational champ with such a strong will power . It's your own will power and your husband's love on you that has made you through this toughest time . we all have a good respect on your strong heart . It's very rare to see women with such a strong heart .

I proudly told my mom that i happend to see one more brave woman after her . Hats off to you . Wish you very best for your upcoming moments to be filled with happiness and Joy !!

February 16, 2015 at 7:00 AM  
Blogger Nandini Natarajan said...

Hi Vaidehi,

Hope you remember me as your senior in your college.I can understand the pain who would have endured during those tough times,as my mom also got recovered from Breast cancer six years.I just want to tell one thing that God has put you on tougher roads just to make you grow stronger and positive for your personal self and family.For me,my mom has been the positive and guiding force on my tougher times.Hats off to your spirit.May Sairam give you plentiful energy and happiness to go ahead in your life.May God bless you!

February 16, 2015 at 7:14 AM  
Blogger Unknown said...

I get reminded of my mom who was diagnosed with colone cancer a couple of yrs back n now it's been a yr now sInce her surgery treatment post surgery chemo n radiation is over. She had the same will power jus like u. Hats off to u. u r very inspiratonal to all. May God bless u with good health happiness n colourful future ahead. Stay blessed abundantly.

February 16, 2015 at 7:49 AM  
Blogger Unknown said...

I get reminded of my mom who was diagnosed with colone cancer a couple of yrs back n now it's been a yr now sInce her surgery treatment post surgery chemo n radiation is over. She had the same will power jus like u. Hats off to u. u r very inspiratonal to all. May God bless u with good health happiness n colourful future ahead. Stay blessed abundantly.

February 16, 2015 at 7:50 AM  
Blogger Krishnan said...

May God bless you.

February 16, 2015 at 8:00 AM  
Blogger Unknown said...

Such a brave, beautiful post. It's one of the most inspiring things I came across in a long time. I hope you make a full recovery soon. I realise how traumatic it is to live and deal with it, more so, to share it with the world. May god bless you and your entire family.. Looking forward to more posts :)

February 16, 2015 at 8:19 AM  
Blogger Unknown said...

Hi Vaidehi,

It takes great courage to fight the way you have done.
It takes even more courage to boldly share and create awareness among others.
The tone of the blog I am stunned to say in fact is awareness and courage and not sympathy or sorrow.

We all waited for this day when you would announce to the world that you kicked cancer's butt.
BRAVO !

But I am sure you got all this strength for this fight from the immense LOVE you have for your kid and husband and not the least your lovely parents and in-laws.
Take care of them !
I say YOU take care of THEM !

LOVESTRONG AND LIVESTRONG
FOREVER !

Regards and Hats Off !

- Selvaganesh
Your classmate in 1st sem C section
Civil Engg stream
MSEC

February 16, 2015 at 9:12 AM  
Blogger Unknown said...

Wish you a complete recovery. Very proud of you. God Bless

February 16, 2015 at 9:19 AM  
Blogger Unknown said...

Ur life is an inspiration. Braveness n courage all over. Unless n untill love care affection n medicine together r ther, everything can b cured

February 16, 2015 at 9:44 AM  
Blogger Unknown said...

Waiting to see u as u r in the 1st pic above.

February 16, 2015 at 9:45 AM  
Blogger Unknown said...

Kudos to you Vaidehi !!! Its so emotionally touching to read your post. All I can say is theres so much for all of us to learn from you - you are so strong !!!! Hats off Vaidehi :)
take care - all the best !!

February 16, 2015 at 10:01 AM  
Blogger Unknown said...

The Beautiful you :) great going. Keep it up :)

February 16, 2015 at 12:10 PM  
Blogger coolvarun23 said...

like a phoenix bird which raises from ashes..u r one brave lady , one in a million , i salute you and your family maam..

Varun, ur admirer..

February 16, 2015 at 12:32 PM  
Blogger Chef Ramu said...

Hi,
Saw your post on fb. First of congratulations for kicking C's butt.
I believe you don't mind a stranger (me....) sharing (shared already) it to my friends & family.


February 16, 2015 at 12:41 PM  
Blogger satyapriya said...

Hats off to you ma. Your article will be a lesson to so many ppl. I would like to see you if u dont mind. God bless you and your family :)

February 16, 2015 at 4:23 PM  
Blogger Unknown said...

Bravoo vaidehi!!Tears rolled by! Hats off to to u, for fighting against the deadly demons!
Blog if full of confidence and a motivation to the ppl who are fighting against it now.
Never mind of ppl starring @you,they feel your beautiful,jealous of you (for your husband & inlaws)
Your blessed! Bravo gal,there are many f them to stand with you ,ignore the rest! Take care!

February 16, 2015 at 4:27 PM  
Blogger Nee Naan Sivam said...

You are a champion Vaidehi. I salute your approach towards this monster disease and proved that its not a monster if you have a will and belief. Your family should be lucky to have you as a part of them. God Bless you and your lovely family.

February 16, 2015 at 4:35 PM  
Blogger துளசி கோபால் said...

Our Best wishes to you. I know exactly how you felt. I had to go through a rough time due to my illness. 18 tablets a day and all at the same time. Just one go:(

First the medicines were not suitable for me I had a hell of time. By trial and error they found the correct ones and I started taking them by one go:(

Because of this my treatment time was extended nearly one year.

My husband is really very supportive and my close friend ( Medical Dr. ) helped me a lot. As we are living in NZ, there was no help from immediate family though.

when My husband asked me what I really want, I said I would like to go to Kashi (Varanasi. my last wish!)

By the Grace of GOD, now I am alive.

Be brave my dear. God bless.

February 16, 2015 at 4:43 PM  
Blogger Spicecrafts said...

Salute to your courage. You matter to your kid and husband, great inlaws. My SIL had bonemarrow and came fighting back just becuase of her courage, she says its all because of our prayers. Whatever stay positive,long way to go.

February 16, 2015 at 4:46 PM  
Blogger Unknown said...

Hi Vaidehi

No words to describe your courage in facing this situation. When you have some time, please read the effectiveness of Ketogenic diet in fighting off cancer. The logic goes like this. cancer cells feed on glucose. If we cut off glucose supply to them, cancer cells die off. What do we eat if not glucose? Fat.

This diet is called ketogenic diet and is studied and researched as a potential way to mitigate the effects of cancer. Some links might help explain this more

http://articles.mercola.com/sites/articles/archive/2013/06/16/ketogenic-diet-benefits.aspx

Ketogenic diet beats chemotherapy in treating cancer

http://www.examiner.com/article/low-carb-ketogenic-diet-beats-chemo-for-most-cancers-says-dr-thomas-seyfried

http://healthimpactnews.com/2014/man-beats-terminal-cancer-without-chemo-using-high-fat-ketogenic-diet/

Some scientific studies

http://www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/pmc/articles/PMC3157418/

I run a health based group in facebook. We follow a high fat- low carb diet model specified in these studies. I think it can help you. Our group website is as follows

https://www.facebook.com/groups/tamilhealth/

I invite you to join it. I wish you good health and speedy recovery

February 16, 2015 at 4:51 PM  
Blogger Rathnavel Natarajan said...

அருமை. நோயுடன் வீர போராட்டம். மன தைரியம், நமது குடும்பத்தினரின் ஒத்துழைப்பு முக்கியம். உங்களுக்கு எங்கள் மனமார்ந்த வாழ்த்துகள். இந்த அற்புதமான பதிவை எனது பக்கத்தில் பகிர்கிறேன். முடிந்தால் தமிழில் மொழி பெயர்த்து எழுதுங்கள். நன்றி திருமதி வைதேஹி.

February 16, 2015 at 5:35 PM  
Blogger latha sreedhar said...

Hats off to you! I could not control my tears while reading your post! You have faced this with such courage and strength. God bless you with good Heath. Take care

February 16, 2015 at 5:54 PM  
Blogger Unknown said...

You are a beautiful and brave girl, wish you the best!

February 16, 2015 at 6:13 PM  
Blogger Perspectivemedley said...

Vaidehi, I'm at loss of words! I just told a small prayer at the end of reading your post. Hats off to you and your family members who have supported you! Just admire your courage....

February 16, 2015 at 6:37 PM  
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February 16, 2015 at 6:39 PM  
Blogger Naveen said...

They say if one cheats death, that person will live for 100 years, enjoy life, have fun, play with your grand children when the time comes.

February 16, 2015 at 6:41 PM  
Blogger Vidhya said...

I salute you Vaidehi. Life is so simple...we complicate everything and take more stress....hats off to you and your family..you are truly brave...I pray for your full recovery...

February 16, 2015 at 6:47 PM  
Blogger Unknown said...

http://educateinspirechange.org/inspirational/girl-collapses-every-race-find-will-break-heart/


Even though its another case of Inspiration....you both deserve greatest compliments.....

February 16, 2015 at 6:55 PM  
Blogger rishi said...

Vazhga Valamudan ! I include you in my meditation. Be Blessed By Divine in All Dimensions ! You will be alright soon. I am able to see ...You smile at heart...You feel so comfortable and pleasure and joy... Doctor says you are perfectly all right ! Your medical reports say You are perfectly all right... Your family members...relatives..friends... all are happy...the whole environment becomes more and more vibrant...You smile at heart...You are thanking to all...Be Bless By Divine in All Dimensions...! Vazhga Valamudan ! Vazhga Valamudan ! Vazhga Valamudan !

February 16, 2015 at 6:57 PM  
Blogger மனிதன் said...

My hearty Congrats to you and your family to fight against the lethal disease successfully.My mother too detected a nodule in thyroid,then it confirmed as carcinoma stage 2 at Trichy.Then we moved to Cancer Institute for further diagnosis and Treatment.Nodule successfully removed by Surgical procedure by Thyroidectomy in July 2014.Now she is alright.Now Every 3 months we go for
checkup.Completely alright.

February 16, 2015 at 7:08 PM  
Blogger Divya said...

Awesome! you are strong and very inspiring. You are also lucky to have a caring husband and understanding in laws (not all of us have that). Please continue to write and inspire us. God bless!

February 16, 2015 at 7:11 PM  
Blogger Arch said...

Amazing! I couldn't get thro the whole post without a tear. How inspirational! Loads of good wishes, health and love to you! Take care and go strong.

February 16, 2015 at 7:27 PM  
Blogger Thenu said...

Vaidehi, I cried after i read this.. Happy tears as they call.. You fought against life and you have won. According to me, you are the most beautiful person i have ever seen. My goodness, the stress that you have undergone is unimaginable. You are my inspiration from now on. Thanks for sharing this. I sincerely pray god that you happily live ever after with your husband and child and may you also be blessed with a very handsome baby boy. I am going to read this whenever i feel down. It gives me a lot of confidence and rejuvenates my soul. Bless you my dear!!!

February 16, 2015 at 7:33 PM  
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February 16, 2015 at 7:34 PM  
Blogger Raghav said...

God bless you vaidehi! My mom had leukemia and left us in dark in 2003 when she passed away. Looking at the pics reminds me so much of the pain she underwent. We didn't have a camera phone to take pics of her. So the pics u sent me, I look at my mom in ur form. I'm so happy for the courage you have fostered in you. So proud of a man like your husband who gives equal importance to you. All the very best for a successful career and a great loving life. Long live healthy and happily :-)

February 16, 2015 at 7:35 PM  
Blogger Raghav said...

God bless you vaidehi! My mom had leukemia and left us in dark in 2003 when she passed away. Looking at the pics reminds me so much of the pain she underwent. We didn't have a camera phone to take pics of her. So the pics u sent me, I look at my mom in ur form. I'm so happy for the courage you have fostered in you. So proud of a man like your husband who gives equal importance to you. All the very best for a successful career and a great loving life. Long live healthy and happily :-)

February 16, 2015 at 7:35 PM  
Blogger Raghav said...

God bless you vaidehi! My mom had leukemia and left us in dark in 2003 when she passed away. Looking at the pics reminds me so much of the pain she underwent. We didn't have a camera phone to take pics of her. So the pics u sent me, I look at my mom in ur form. I'm so happy for the courage you have fostered in you. So proud of a man like your husband who gives equal importance to you. All the very best for a successful career and a great loving life. Long live healthy and happily :-)

February 16, 2015 at 7:35 PM  
Blogger Mohan said...

That was really Inspiring Vaidehi, I really appreciate the way you took the challenge, and how you handled the situation without losing hope. It's really great that you took so much time, and posted this, for the benefit of others. I wish you will be completely cured and get back as you were before, soon.

Loving you so much and wishing you most and more in every aspect of your life....

February 16, 2015 at 7:52 PM  
Blogger Unknown said...

I suffered in the similar fashion and cope with same style and am thankful to Allah.
The only difference was I was took by DIFFUSE LARGE BETA CELL LYMPHOMA with stage A1 undergone with 6 cycles of R-CHOP only.
God bless �� you.

February 16, 2015 at 8:05 PM  
Blogger Unknown said...

I suffered in the similar fashion and cope with same style and am thankful to Allah.
The only difference was I was took by DIFFUSE LARGE BETA CELL LYMPHOMA with stage A1 undergone with 6 cycles of R-CHOP only.
God bless �� you.

February 16, 2015 at 8:06 PM  
Blogger Unknown said...

Congrats for kicking C***** in the B**t.
We are in the same boat.

https://www.facebook.com/poongodi.balasubramaniyan/posts/10152426419638576

February 16, 2015 at 8:19 PM  
Blogger பட்டிகாட்டான் Jey said...

bravo... keep going sis.

Thanks for sharing your experience.

February 16, 2015 at 8:27 PM  
Blogger Unknown said...

Wishing you fast recovery and Good health Vaidehi.

February 16, 2015 at 8:27 PM  
Blogger Unknown said...

Hats Off to you :)

February 16, 2015 at 8:35 PM  
Blogger நாகராஜன் said...

Wow... Hats of sister. I was praying god to read the good news at the end of the blog and thank god that it's all ended good for you. You are one of the very best and this post of yours will help at least few people who may need the mental strength and the motivation at the critical time. Take good care of yourself and many kudos to your dear ones surrounding you who made this happen for you.

February 16, 2015 at 8:48 PM  
Blogger Karthik said...

Hello Vaidehi,
This is a very nice post for the people who are in the same situation.

U rocked !!!
Take care...
Be proud that u r surrounded with nice people...

take care buddy.

February 16, 2015 at 8:50 PM  
Blogger Unknown said...

Vaidehi,

By reading your blog shows you are a confident person and can swim in any water.Don't care about other people , you should be happy for those loving people who gives their support to you.Take care Dear.One day will be your's for sure.

February 16, 2015 at 9:01 PM  
Blogger Unknown said...

Vaidehi.. First of all I am happy for you have recovered from the illness physically and mentally. Ur boldness and attitude towards life is much appreciated. Personally i have derived a great inner strength for myself after reading this blog of urs. Good luck for ur future. Keep smiling and rocking..:)

February 16, 2015 at 9:05 PM  
Blogger Unknown said...

Hi Vaidehi..hats off to u.u r a motivation to all people suffering from the same..its visible from ur words that u have a lovable husband.appreciable.hope you recover soon..all the best.

February 16, 2015 at 9:09 PM  
Blogger Unknown said...

If you have some time , do have a look on this website and if you interested you can join here . http://www.srcm.org/home . Definitely this will bring you an inner peace and you will have so many loveable people here .

February 16, 2015 at 9:14 PM  
Blogger Sri said...

Hello Vaidehi. Get well soon. :) I am a cancer survivor (Papillary carcinoma).

You might find this book interesting: "The emperor of all maladies" by Siddhhartha Mukherjee. It won the Pulitzer too.

Something that will help with recovering from the treatment:
http://www.ishafoundation.org/us/blog/health-yoga-awareness-week-cancer-patients-benefit-from-yoga-meditation/
http://www.ishafoundation.org/blog/lifestyle/health-fitness/yoga-and-breast-cancer-prevention/

February 16, 2015 at 9:36 PM  
Blogger Bhuvana said...

Videhi,
It was not an easy ride for you.
Wish you whole heartedly to come out in flying colours soon.
May God Bless you!

February 16, 2015 at 9:42 PM  
Blogger DEEPA said...

You go girl. Love ur strength and specially ur husb is grt n ur lucky to have him.

My fil is diagnosed with colon cancer and hiw chemo started., hope he is fine soon

February 16, 2015 at 9:50 PM  
Blogger Abi said...

Vaidehi! I am really impressed, and inspired by your courage to share everyone your story. I think you're blessed with a great family who have supported you. I wish you the best with your health, and hope you will give courage to others who may be going through a hard time!!

February 16, 2015 at 10:00 PM  
Blogger Malini Sundar said...

Hi Mrs.Vaidehi. first of all.hats off to ur girth and determination.i literally cried while reading your words. i was like u were telling it directly to me. may god shower you with loads and loads of happiness.

rgds,
Dr.Malini

February 16, 2015 at 10:02 PM  
Blogger DRAVIDIAN said...

Awesome post.its definitely of help.

February 16, 2015 at 10:17 PM  
Blogger Mrinalya said...

You are a wonderful person. I had tears roll down somewhere in between your blog. Stay strong and hope your family is stronger as well after this episode. You are indeed blessed with a beautiful family.

February 16, 2015 at 10:19 PM  
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February 16, 2015 at 10:31 PM  
Blogger Unknown said...

Stay strong as always
God will help the strong . Fight hard

February 16, 2015 at 10:31 PM  
Blogger Unknown said...

You are a hero. Keep fighting.

February 16, 2015 at 10:40 PM  
Blogger Ramya Ramani said...

Vaidehi I am searching for words. Kudos to your courage and your family. May god bless you always with a wonderful happy life always.

February 16, 2015 at 10:40 PM  
Blogger Unknown said...

Awesome will, determination and faith! Continue the great show and prayers for your full and speedy recovery! The final words on how to cope with stress are simple truths but extremely meaningful and worthy!

February 16, 2015 at 10:44 PM  
Blogger Vidhoosh said...

You are a star by yourself, I love women who are brave to win over the circumstances. I love you for that. Keep going. my kisses to your daughter, she is lucky to have such a role model as mom. :)

February 16, 2015 at 10:46 PM  
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February 16, 2015 at 10:51 PM  
Blogger Daily woman said...

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=QomoNyfkqvg

This song is for you. Please share your inspiring story with them too. Hats of to you Vaidehi.

February 16, 2015 at 10:55 PM  
Blogger திவாண்ணா said...

way to go!
all the best!

February 16, 2015 at 10:58 PM  
Blogger தாரணி பிரியா said...

Hats off :) Stay strong as always , May god bless you always with a wonderful happy life always.

February 16, 2015 at 11:00 PM  
Blogger Unknown said...

Hi Vaidehi..Am Saividhya..I've met you some 7yrs back in TIME Classes if am not wrong.Now I know you back as a HERO.Keep rocking.Love and hugs to you and your lil one.

February 16, 2015 at 11:03 PM  
Blogger DRAVIDIAN said...

Awesome post.its definitely of help.

February 16, 2015 at 11:22 PM  
Blogger Shylu Winston said...

My hugs & love to you Vaidehi.
Proud of your braveness!

By the way, how much did it cost you for the whole treatment?

February 16, 2015 at 11:22 PM  
Blogger Unknown said...

Hi madam,
Seen your post through one of the friends share ,

You are lucky that you are able to find out a cure well in time due to gods grace, more that than the grace you have been blessed with a kind & loving family , kudos to your husband , with out them you would n
Have not had courage & support to win this situation,

May god bless you with abundant wishes & life.

I would like to share your post for inspiring more & more people and to create awareness that cancer can be cured completely
Thanks for your your nice post once again

February 16, 2015 at 11:23 PM  
Blogger Ashwin Ji said...

Dear Sister,

Congrats and my support to you.
I would advise you to search the youtube and google for Budwig Protocol.

Ashvinjee.

February 16, 2015 at 11:26 PM  
Blogger Sumesh said...

It helps when your mind is stronger than your body and motivation get you going! You have crossed the difficult hurdle and are well on your way to recovery already!! With your supportive family, you will be able to face anything! All the best! Get better and better everyday!!!God Bless you!

February 16, 2015 at 11:53 PM  
Blogger Gayathri said...

Hats off ! I pray n wish u the best in life!

February 17, 2015 at 12:01 AM  
Blogger misc said...

Hats off to your courage.. And u r lucky to have a beautiful family to support and love you throughout your struggle..

February 17, 2015 at 12:04 AM  
Blogger Unknown said...

Bravo... god bless you with good health... Will pray for you .... you are the icon of belief... Stay so always... Cheer up

February 17, 2015 at 12:06 AM  
Blogger Unknown said...

Hats off sister. Keep Fighting. God bless you with unconditional love & good Heath. :-) :-)

February 17, 2015 at 12:33 AM  
Blogger Unknown said...

I strongly believe that faith in God will sustain man through life's difficult moments. So I pray that God blesses you and all your loved ones with courage & patience to deal with this. As I read your words, I felt as though my mom, who passed away in 2006 due to Breast Cancer, was sitting beside me & reading along with me. I remember how she faced this disease with courage & dignity and I pray that you will continue to be so courageous and graceful and dignified in your journey. May God Bless You & your family!

February 17, 2015 at 12:44 AM  
Blogger Unknown said...

fantastic
!!!!!!!!!!!!

February 17, 2015 at 12:47 AM  
Blogger purna said...

Wish u complete speed recovery buddy.. kudos

February 17, 2015 at 12:56 AM  
Blogger Unknown said...

Love Life Live Long !!! Hats off!!

February 17, 2015 at 1:04 AM  
Blogger Shinu Kiran said...

Stay Strong! The winds of sufferings will just pass by and not shake a person like you! With a wonderful family by your side am sure you will have the strength to overcome anything! Cheers to your loving husband and family! God Bless!

February 17, 2015 at 1:32 AM  
Blogger Unknown said...

My mother's lost the battle after 2 years. The fact is people are insecure in their lives and try to bring you down to find satisfaction. They are jealous of your smallest achievements. The sooner we learn to move on from these people the better. Wishing you good health and God's abundant blessings!

February 17, 2015 at 1:51 AM  
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February 17, 2015 at 1:51 AM  
Blogger Nryn said...

Bravo!!! u r a living example for those who feel life does not treat them fair :) And I'm really happy that u have a supporting family.

February 17, 2015 at 2:08 AM  
Blogger Unknown said...

Hi all,

First of all, thanks to each and everyone of you who took your time to read and comment on this page. For the ppl who asked me about the cost of treatment, it was around 3.5 lakhs. Most was covered by health insurance.
Guys, even wigs are covered under insurance for Cancer :) that's sweet right? I never went for a wig myself since I felt it would not be me...



For the ppl who are fighting along with me.. Keep rocking and thumbs up :)

We have facebook groups for every type of cancer :) and millions of users are available to guide you along :) Its a closed group and hence your friends would not be able to see the things you post here :)



Scarves - get it from US :) My bro got some for me :) you have lovely varieties.



To feel more motivated, get some T shirts with slogans saying, 'I kicked CANCER's butt' etc..or may be bracelets / pins



If you wish to speak more to me, please message me through Facebook. My profile name is VaidehiVC

February 17, 2015 at 2:14 AM  
Blogger Geetha Sambasivam said...

God Bless You my child! Be brave! You will be alright! My mother died of cancer! She lost the battle after 4 years of continuous treatment. But you will win! Our prayers are for you.

February 17, 2015 at 2:25 AM  
Blogger பிரதீபா said...

ரொம்பப் பெருமையாக இருக்கிறது வைதேகி உங்கள் வெற்றியைக் கண்டு !! இந்தப் பதிவின் மூலம் "உடல் சம்மந்தமான எந்த அசாதாரண நிகழ்வையும் அலட்சியப்படுத்த வேண்டாம் " என்ற முக்கியமான ஒரு செய்தியையும் சொல்லி இருக்கிறீர்கள். வாழ்க பல்லாண்டு, உங்களுக்கும், உறுதுணையாய் இருந்த அத்தனை உண்மை நெஞ்சங்களுக்கும் வாழ்த்துக்கள்.

February 17, 2015 at 2:28 AM  
Blogger bhasker said...

Hi Vaidehi,

It's good you got finished your chemo in 4 months, for me it took 8 months continuous chemo's. initially on every day for 45 days next 7 days and 10 days again 7 days followed by 10 days till 8 months. Now I am on maintenance and completed 1 year. Still 2 more years to go. I had problems everything that you faced and still more coming to me daily. I am back to work and on active duties. I am lucky that I have no regrets in my life till day i was diagnosed with ALL. But i still need hide my identity, because people can't understand even they say "I CAN UNDERSTAND" and treat you different.It spend about 8 months in a room laying on bed for almost 24 hours and counting on stars(even you can't see) and now I can't even remember what had happened. God thank you for "LOSS of MEMORY".But only sad thing is it not only test the patience of yours but your entire family,which i always think How can I repay. I am still here, may be because I still worth for something. May not be for me but may be for others.I am searching for the moment,what should I do with re birth in my life.

Take Care.

Regards,
Bhaskar.

February 17, 2015 at 2:33 AM  
Blogger vickey said...

U are inspiring.. Am wordless.. Nature will give you a long life..

February 17, 2015 at 2:48 AM  
Blogger Santhoshini said...

Hats off... I dont know who you are. My prayers:). You will get well soon.. Stay relaxed and never think of ppl who discourage u..Remember those who came as ur helping hand.. Be happy

February 17, 2015 at 2:49 AM  
Blogger ENLIGHTENED EMPATH said...

You are very brave with a very positive outlook.Please try oil pulling and a complete raw vegetable juice(lots of carrots) diet as these are believed to cure cancer.

February 17, 2015 at 2:53 AM  
Blogger Rajaram said...

Wheat grass juice will produce more redcells to fight against cancel. God Bless you for all.

February 17, 2015 at 3:26 AM  
Blogger Unknown said...

God bless the entire family :) Take care..

February 17, 2015 at 3:32 AM  
Blogger ASHOK said...

Hats off Madam! I pray to god for your speedy recovery. Do not carry way by surrounding negative people around you. For me you are a real rockstar. Please keep smiling and spread the awareness. Wish you all luck and good health. Take care

February 17, 2015 at 3:38 AM  
Blogger Unknown said...

You are so inspiring. I admire ur family, in laws, hubby for the support.no words to stay. Keep going.you can do it

February 17, 2015 at 3:40 AM  
Blogger sudha said...

Dear Vaidehi!!!You are a woman of great strength and optimism.I am sure this blog just talks less than 1% of the agony that you have been through.But you are where you are right now because of you and the support from your dear ones.Very inspiring and very powerful!!!
Good luck and my prayers to you for a healthy life!!.

February 17, 2015 at 3:40 AM  
Blogger Aiswaryah Raman said...

Tears rolled down my eyes when I read your blog....Tough times are over...Let God grant you a very healthy, happy & peaceful life!!! Tk cr...

February 17, 2015 at 3:57 AM  
Blogger Unknown said...

It gives me a great motivation when i read through your blog and really inspired by the way your approached C’s.

All the best for your future life.

February 17, 2015 at 4:00 AM  
Blogger Unknown said...

Hats off to you senior! you are strong and very inspiring. May god bless you with abundant wishes & life.

February 17, 2015 at 4:47 AM  
Blogger Priya said...

Do you know something? You and I work in the same account. I knew you were familiar and I dint see you for a long time. After so many days I think I saw you in the bay and I was thinking you look different.

So this is your story. You are such a brave girl. Hats off!. I pray to God that yo continue to be brave come what may.

I just have a question? I am sure you will be able to answer. How much did the whole treatment cost?

February 17, 2015 at 4:51 AM  
Blogger Mohan said...

Your story is very touching and thanks for sharing. You are blessed to have such a caring family.

You are right in saying that there are so many causes and an important one being food. This has to be addressed promptly. Eating healthy and pushing for Organic farming will help many people in future from getting this dreadful illness.

February 17, 2015 at 4:51 AM  
Blogger Priya said...

I just want to appreciate what your husband did.

February 17, 2015 at 4:54 AM  
Blogger SRI said...

Life is so real...disease is also so real...cant blame anybody...I am really moved by your normal life attacked and your brave face to recover with the support from your family and friends...Wishing you to live happily!!!

February 17, 2015 at 5:06 AM  
Blogger Unknown said...

Huggs and loads of lovee

February 17, 2015 at 5:14 AM  
Blogger Unknown said...

Vaidehi kathirunthaal!

Vaadiya tharunathil, thaan naadiya nilai maara vaidehi kaathirunthaal!!

February 17, 2015 at 5:33 AM  
Blogger Unknown said...

Thank you for Sharing. Us have left me with hope. U lovely spirit shows through. Ur right, it's only through sickness does one know how much love and support is around u. God bless. Wishing u a full and complete recovery. X

February 17, 2015 at 5:44 AM  
Blogger Saraswathi Ganeshan said...

I am out of words Vaidehi..I can feel the pain what you have gone through but your story is an eye opener to many of our friends to stay bold and active.. Hands Off to your hubby. God Blesses you dear with more strength and health.. Huggs and loads of love.

February 17, 2015 at 6:05 AM  
Blogger kalpana said...

Hi ..can i have your e-mail ID

February 17, 2015 at 6:10 AM  
Blogger Mommy said...

Wishing you all happiness in the world brave girl

February 17, 2015 at 6:14 AM  
Blogger Unknown said...

Kudos n Hugs to you Vaidehi:) Hats of to you and your loved ones. God Bless!!!1

February 17, 2015 at 6:19 AM  
Blogger El@v@r@$u said...

Hats off!!! It gives confidence to eveyone.. Thanks..!!!

February 17, 2015 at 6:34 AM  
Blogger Unknown said...

You are definitely the most beautiful woman I have recently come across :) Beautiful inside and out :)

February 17, 2015 at 6:38 AM  
Blogger Sindhuja said...

Hats off to your courage and will power! God bless you dear Vaidehi! That was really inspiring!

February 17, 2015 at 6:39 AM  
Blogger Unknown said...

Tears rolled down sister... Thank God you are back... You got blissful years ahead of you... Enjoy your life....

February 17, 2015 at 6:48 AM  
Blogger Ashirbani said...

Vaidehi brave lady...I wasn't able to read through completely as I was feeling so bad. I congratulate your fighting spirit. I was having my own problem today evening which made me feel low. But reading this moving post I feel like neglecting it because there are much more difficult situations people face in life. I pray from my heart to your complete cure and speedy recovery.

February 17, 2015 at 6:49 AM  
Blogger Unknown said...

Hats off !! You're one of a kind :-) Wish u all happiness and peace in life :-)

February 17, 2015 at 6:53 AM  
Blogger Unknown said...

Awesome! Wish you all the luck in this world to get cured fully & be back to normal. You are a true inspiration for so many other people who undergo such difficult situations in life. Thumbs up! & keep going :)

February 17, 2015 at 7:22 AM  
Anonymous Anonymous said...

Unable to control my tears after reading your post. Lots of prayers with you Vaidehi! God bless you and your family. Love you lots!

February 17, 2015 at 7:29 AM  
Blogger sarfv3 said...

May God bestow you with good health and bless you & your family with only the best of what life has to offer...I tip my hats off to you, your loved one's and esp your husband...

February 17, 2015 at 7:50 AM  
Blogger Seethalakshmi Venkatesh said...

God is always with you.. You will surely succeed in your life.. All the Best and take care!!

February 17, 2015 at 7:52 AM  
Blogger durga said...

Hats off vaidhehi.love u loads and I am so proud of you :-)

February 17, 2015 at 8:04 AM  
Blogger Unknown said...

God bless you..Keep up the courage..

February 17, 2015 at 8:05 AM  
Blogger ராமுடு said...

Hi Vaidehi..

Your article will definitely help many people. God bless you for a healthy life.. You went through a great hurdle and pray for no further hurdles..

February 17, 2015 at 8:21 AM  
Blogger Kurinji said...

Really proud of u.. When i read through ur blog my eyes was filled with tears.. U are a true inspiration to me. May God Bless u nd ur family abundantly :)

February 17, 2015 at 8:23 AM  
Blogger Deepika said...

Such a brave lady hats off. You have fought so much with God now he is tried of troubling you!! Wish you life should be wonderful and you and your family should be happy for the coming years :)

Your a great inspiration to the society.
Wish you a speedy recovery !!

February 17, 2015 at 8:23 AM  
Blogger Gurus! said...

Wish you speedy recovery. You are brave and so is ur husband. Haven't heard anybody torsuring his head till now. You and ur little angel are blessed. The fact that you have courage to write this blog shows how determined you are. God bless you. You would have realised the purpose of life.

February 17, 2015 at 8:37 AM  
Blogger Unknown said...

My dear Vaidegi, You have come out of al most a hell of a thing. What you need is more friends who will not ask you the so called concerned question. ' HOW ARE YOU NOW AND HOW YOU FEEL '. ABOUT THE DISEASE, WHY YOU SHOULD TAKE IT SO SERIOUS, YOUR TIME IS OVER. IF I, YOUR HUBBY, YOUR MOST LOVED PERSON IN THE WORLD YOUR KID, PARENTS AND ALL HAVE A 1% LUCK , YOU WILL LIVE LONGER THAN ME. NO BODY CAN PREDICT HOW IT [ THE DISEASE ] BEHAVE WITH DIFFERENT PEOPLE. IF YOU KNOW TAMIL ' PORADUM VARAI THAN MANIDHAN ' MEANS, YOU CAN BE CALLED A MAN ONLY TILL SUCH TIME WHEN YOU STRUGGLE TO LIVE. SO YOU HAVE A LOT OF COURAGE TO STRUGGLE . NOW YOU THINK YOU R NOT IN THIS WORLD. LIVE FOR ME, YOUR HUBBY, CHILD AND ALL. THAT IS THE SPIRIT OF THE LIFE TO MAKE YOU LIVE LONG. IN HINDI A WAY OF BLESSING I LEARNED. HAI BAGWAN MERI UMAR BE THUJA LAG JAYA. LET GOD BLESS MY AGE TOO TO YOU . I AM ALL WAYS FREE FOR ANY TYPE OF WORK YOU MAY ORDER ME. TELL YOUR HUBBY TO CALL ME IN CHENNAI 9962150386. I AM AN EX- SERGEANT OF INDIAN AIR FORCE, PRESENTLY WORKING IN UNITED INDIA INSURANCE CO. FB - MURTHY NARAYANAN. SEE YOU SOON. WITH LOTS OF LOVE AND AFFECTION AND TRUE SALUTE TO YOUR HUSBAND AND LOVE TO YOUR CHILD AND REGARDS TO EVERY ONE. N. MURTHY 17.2.2015

February 17, 2015 at 8:46 AM  
Blogger Unknown said...

My dear Vaidegi, You have come out of al most a hell of a thing. What you need is more friends who will not ask you the so called concerned question. ' HOW ARE YOU NOW AND HOW YOU FEEL '. ABOUT THE DISEASE, WHY YOU SHOULD TAKE IT SO SERIOUS, YOUR TIME IS OVER. IF I, YOUR HUBBY, YOUR MOST LOVED PERSON IN THE WORLD YOUR KID, PARENTS AND ALL HAVE A 1% LUCK , YOU WILL LIVE LONGER THAN ME. NO BODY CAN PREDICT HOW IT [ THE DISEASE ] BEHAVE WITH DIFFERENT PEOPLE. IF YOU KNOW TAMIL ' PORADUM VARAI THAN MANIDHAN ' MEANS, YOU CAN BE CALLED A MAN ONLY TILL SUCH TIME WHEN YOU STRUGGLE TO LIVE. SO YOU HAVE A LOT OF COURAGE TO STRUGGLE . NOW YOU THINK YOU R NOT IN THIS WORLD. LIVE FOR ME, YOUR HUBBY, CHILD AND ALL. THAT IS THE SPIRIT OF THE LIFE TO MAKE YOU LIVE LONG. IN HINDI A WAY OF BLESSING I LEARNED. HAI BAGWAN MERI UMAR BE THUJA LAG JAYA. LET GOD BLESS MY AGE TOO TO YOU . I AM ALL WAYS FREE FOR ANY TYPE OF WORK YOU MAY ORDER ME. TELL YOUR HUBBY TO CALL ME IN CHENNAI 9962150386. I AM AN EX- SERGEANT OF INDIAN AIR FORCE, PRESENTLY WORKING IN UNITED INDIA INSURANCE CO. FB - MURTHY NARAYANAN. SEE YOU SOON. WITH LOTS OF LOVE AND AFFECTION AND TRUE SALUTE TO YOUR HUSBAND AND LOVE TO YOUR CHILD AND REGARDS TO EVERY ONE. N. MURTHY 17.2.2015

February 17, 2015 at 8:47 AM  
Blogger Unknown said...

U r a brave girl may god bless u with all the support u need all the times

February 17, 2015 at 9:01 AM  
Blogger VIJAYARAGHAVAN L N D said...

அன்பு மகளே, துள்ளித்திரிந்து பட்டாம் பூச்சியைப் போன்று பறக்க வேண்டிய வயதில், காலன் உன்னை கவரப் பார்த்துள்ளான். ஆனால் உன் மன தைரியத்தினாலும் , உன் அன்புக்கணவரும், மாமியார் மற்றும் பெற்றோர்களும் பின்னிய பாச வலையினாலும், காலன் உன்னை நெருங்க முடியவில்லை. ஏளனம் செய்த மனிதர்களைப் பற்றி கண்டு கொள்ளாதே. விரைவில் பீனிக்ஸ் பறவை போல் எழுந்து, அழகு தேவதையாய் வலம் வர என் வாழ்த்துக்கள். பாசம் காட்டிய கணவருக்கு அன்பு மனைவியாக, நேசம் காட்டிய புகுந்த வீட்டினருக்கு பெருமை சேர்க்கும் விதமாக, குட்டி வைதேகிக்கு சிறந்த அன்னையாக இருந்து பல்லாண்டு வாழ என் வாழ்த்துக்கள் .
L N D VIJAYARAGHAVAN

February 17, 2015 at 10:12 AM  
Blogger bharathi said...

Dearest Vaidehi...

With your positive attitude you will scale various heights...as they say in tamil "Iduvum kadanthu pogum"... you still have promises to keep as Robert Frost... says.. "You have promises to keep" to you kids....

Wish you all the very best in all your endeavors.

With lots of blessing and love
rathisrini

February 17, 2015 at 10:15 AM  
Blogger Archana said...

Hey Vaidehi

I feel sorry for you to undergo such a painful period in your life. You are one such brave person. You dint know me but we went through the studies in same collage and even worked at same office. I have one small suggestion to you as a friend or sister, never cut your vegetables a day before. I heard from doctor that the vegetables lose their vitamins and other imp nutrients and finally you end up eating only the veggies with less nutrients.

February 17, 2015 at 10:20 AM  
Blogger Archana said...

Hey Vaidehi

I feel sorry for you to undergo such a painful period in your life. You are one such brave person. You dint know me but we went through the studies in same collage and even worked at same office. I have one small suggestion to you as a friend or sister, never cut your vegetables a day before. I heard from doctor that the vegetables lose their vitamins and other imp nutrients and finally you end up eating only the veggies with less nutrients.

February 17, 2015 at 10:25 AM  
Blogger Unknown said...

Hats off to you .This could happen to anyone and the way we react makes us a winner or a loser.You are truly a winner.Keep inspiring!!

February 17, 2015 at 10:56 AM  
Blogger Unknown said...

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February 17, 2015 at 11:15 AM  
Blogger Unknown said...

Take care. May god bless you with all the strength and courage.

February 17, 2015 at 11:51 AM  
Blogger Ramya said...

Hatts off to you .Hope for the best. God is with you. All is well. Take care.

February 17, 2015 at 12:50 PM  
Blogger Jyothirmayee Gummuluri said...

Wow.. so inspiring! u are really a brave and strong woman. May god bless you and your family.Prayers all the way! take care

February 17, 2015 at 1:04 PM  
Blogger Megna Gopu said...

Hats off to you!You look very Beautiful.God bless you and your Family.

February 17, 2015 at 1:05 PM  
Blogger Unknown said...

You and your hubby have become role models for several people.My first salute will be to ur husband,kid and family members.You are blessed to get them.
Vaidehi keep going and ignore those ignore you..
Regards,
Mani

February 17, 2015 at 1:07 PM  
Blogger bonziegal said...

Hi Vaidehi,
I came across your post because a friend shared it on FB. I am amazed at your never-say-die attitude and also the spirit with which you took this in your stride. Thanks for sharing your journey and also enlightening us about a lot of facts.
Good Luck and best wishes to you, your awesome family and the sweet princess!
Regards,
Bonita

February 17, 2015 at 1:57 PM  
Blogger Meg said...

What a brave girl you are, Kudos and hats off to you dear. Prayers for everything to be fine at your end soon. I was literally moved while reading what your husband had done, no words to describe that.God bless you

February 17, 2015 at 2:12 PM  
Blogger Unknown said...

Hats off champ. You are brave and an inspiration to many who will meet in life and those who come across your blog .

February 17, 2015 at 2:20 PM  
Blogger Stanley said...

Hi Vaidhehi...Hope you know me, this is Stanley from Hex..First i salute you for the brave and trust...Hats off..I just rolled out of tears..Sure you will become fit and back to normal..May God Bless you abundantly and live long life with Family...i will Pray for you!!

Thanks for your valuable posts and sharing!!

February 17, 2015 at 2:37 PM  
Blogger ramz said...

Hats off to you my dear... I completely admire your braveness and your attitude towards life... keep going my dear... Nothing else is important in this world than happiness and life...

Take care of yourself my dear.

February 17, 2015 at 2:57 PM  
Blogger Unknown said...

It was a great post and very motivational. God Bless you. It was a very perfect read for me as I am also suffering from extreme depression and anxiety related illness. Thanks and have a great future

February 17, 2015 at 3:18 PM  
Blogger Unknown said...

Very motivating post vaidehi. Very simple words but very powerful thoughts. Cheers to your positivity! Good luck!

February 17, 2015 at 3:47 PM  
Blogger Unknown said...

Hat's off to you :-) its a inspirational post. ..god bless. ..

February 17, 2015 at 5:04 PM  
Blogger Unknown said...

Hats off !! Very inspiring and got tears when I was at the end of the blog. God bless and best wishes to you. :)

February 17, 2015 at 5:21 PM  
Blogger Unknown said...

Dear vaidehi, After reading your blog .. I only can imagine how much you and your family would have gone through ... But hats off to you and your family members ... When I started to read the first few lines .. All I could I think off was you asking this question to God why me ? Since you started with saying you are vegetarian and how you take fruit everyday and that you are an active person .. The moment I felt what would I do when I ask a question to God why me ? All I felt was he certai chose you for doing his work .. Nobody can get up from the pit of darkness like you did and no one can guide and give hope to others like you are doing right now .. You are chosen to be the shining star to guide the people in darkness ... Your not walking the path .. It's you who is LEADING the path which God has chosen .. When you believe you had nothing to do with how you got Cancer .. Do believe that he who chose you to have it .. is also responsible to treat it too .. He knows how much strength he has seeded in you that you have yet to explore since he is your creator ... And how much hope and faith he can bring back in all of us through his Angels on earth .. Trust me me Sis .. You are one of his Angels .. And you have given us hope ... Thanks to you and your family members .. Hats off .. you didn't give up and neither will he ... God bless you all

February 17, 2015 at 5:31 PM  
Blogger Unknown said...

Dear Vaidehi,
More than the physical and mental agony it requires a lot of courage and commitment to publish your experiences in a public domain to be useful to others..On this account i give you full marks.Having come over a major hurdle it is time for you to take suitable precaution to prevent the recurrence.Sit with your oncologist and seek his advice.We are all proud of you to be a member of our family.Now i can meet you without causing any embarrassment to you which i will do soon.God bless you.
Rajamani

February 17, 2015 at 5:51 PM  
Blogger sambhavami yuge yuge (+) said...

Hats off for your confidence. Always Keep your confidence high. All the best for your future !!

February 17, 2015 at 6:43 PM  
Blogger Mythreyi Dilip said...

You are brave woman! God bless u and ur family.

February 17, 2015 at 7:13 PM  
Blogger Unknown said...

Kudos to you and ur daring nature to openly show off the pictures which most people feel uncomfortable even to share with the next of the kin.. really touching and i will always have u in my prayers.. may u have a speeedy recovery and be completely cancer free ASAP... love to ur li'l angel.. :)

February 17, 2015 at 7:36 PM  
Blogger IvanThamizhan said...

I got this link from a friend of mine.Though I do not know you,having read your blog,you are an inspiration to the world now.It is one beautiful life that we have been given and it is our duty to lead it beautifully inspite of our ups and downs .You truly are an inspiration.Cheers!

February 17, 2015 at 7:43 PM  
Blogger Bhuvana said...

Hi Vaidehi , Kudos to you .You are a brave heart.The way , the incidents are narrated is very inspirational and positive. You are blessed with a nice family as well. Ignore those people who treat you differently. Itz god's way of making you stronger.Rise in front of them and as you said , come out with flying colours.God bless you!

February 17, 2015 at 7:45 PM  
Blogger Unknown said...

God bless you da !! I wish all the good things should happen to you hereafter. I respect your courage, optimism , confident and the can do attitude. I respect ur family for their support especially your husband. Keep going. Kudos and hats off.

February 17, 2015 at 7:59 PM  
Blogger rc7890 said...

You are beautiful inside out no matter what.. you have a lovely family.. wishing you all happiness

February 17, 2015 at 8:07 PM  
Blogger NG said...

Vaidehi,

Thank you for sharing your amazing story. You are a strong, brave and beautiful woman. Your journey has been arduous but the way you have dealt with it and your outlook is so inspiring. So happy that you are surrounded by a loving husband and family. Prayers. God bless you. Sending lots of positive vibes and happy thoughts your way.

Nitha

February 17, 2015 at 8:11 PM  
Blogger Unknown said...

Hatss off!!What a courageous and positive vibe ur are ..A Bear Hug to YOU!!

February 17, 2015 at 8:28 PM  
Blogger Unknown said...

Hatss off!!What a courageous and positive vibe ur are ..A Bear Hug to YOU!!

February 17, 2015 at 8:29 PM  
Blogger Unknown said...

Tears rolled up!!! ur really courageous person hats off to u!! God bless u with good health and family

February 17, 2015 at 8:54 PM  
Blogger Unknown said...

Tears rolled up!!! ur really courageous person hats off to u!! God bless u with good health and family

February 17, 2015 at 8:55 PM  
Blogger Aliya Abbas said...

I highly appreciate your courage to face the situation and come out of it. May God bless you and help you in every walk of your life.
You can get a wide range of scarves in Hyderabad if you can travel there. There is a shop called sona, I get my scarves from there.
you can even find very good scarves in lucknow, but it should be far for you.
You can just drop into any hijab shop in your city and look for scarves, these days we have a wide range of beautiful and colorful of scarves in india as well.

February 17, 2015 at 8:56 PM  
Blogger vazhkaipriya said...

Little child it is so disheartening to see your picture with no hair. My mom too had uterus cancer and treated her at Kithwai Bangalore some 12 years back. By the grace of God she is alright. At the time she had her surgery she was 70. Now she is running 82. Can't say she is hale and healthy. But she is alright. Why I say this is you are young and you have a long way to go. Go merrily and cheerfully. May Shridi Sai Ram my Guru follow you and take care you. Tears swelled up child when I was reading through and they trickle over my cheeks.It is not out of pity it is out of admiration at your fortitude. My tears are a little salute to you. With blessings

February 17, 2015 at 9:26 PM  
Blogger Unknown said...

Hats off to u..i can able to see the confidence from your words.really u should be proud of your hubby as he was supporting u right from the beginning..Thanks for sharing your personal experience,wishing you a speedy recovery.kudos

February 17, 2015 at 9:26 PM  
Blogger Unknown said...

Dear vaidehi,

Hats off to you!You look very Beautiful.God bless you and your Family.

February 17, 2015 at 9:33 PM  
Blogger Unknown said...

Hi vaidegi

no words to say while reading your message i feel so tears. I am having rheumatic pain, neck problem, nervous problem etc..but by gods grace now i am taking tablets for that and my doctors advice is not to stop the tablet may be it may continue till my life time. but after after reading your message my problem is nothing. I pray to god for your fast recover. and god give you more health and courage. you r an example to all.

lavanyakrishnan

February 17, 2015 at 9:34 PM  
Blogger Anton said...

So proud of you. Myself and my wife cried while reading through your experiences. You are really brave and you are born to do something great. We do not have more words to put together; but we will always remember you and your family in our prayers.

February 17, 2015 at 9:35 PM  
Blogger Hema said...

Hats off to you dear!!!! Ur noble intention of sharing the treatment detials and the precautions is adorable. Take care. U have a wonderful family and God Bless!!!

February 17, 2015 at 9:35 PM  
Blogger Unknown said...

hi vaidehi i appriciate your courage.i feel happy about your relations.take care. i will pray for your health.

February 17, 2015 at 9:44 PM  
Blogger Unknown said...

Hi Vaidehi... Generally they says girls are bold and can face anything... You are the standing example... I salute for your strength, confidence and dareness to fight against whatever you have faced. I would also like to thank your husband for not only being with you but for giving all that moral support and love which is very much needed in such situations and also all your family members.

I am happy that you have won against it and yes dont worry you have better better things and happiness in life for which you have struggled. God will surely have better things for you in future. I pray that you get everything from Life you want and you be happy and happy for ever dear... God Bless you !!

February 17, 2015 at 9:49 PM  
Blogger Unknown said...

You will have a looong life... Your strong convictions and hold in life has won !!! You will be in my prayers from now :)

February 17, 2015 at 9:50 PM  
Blogger Unknown said...

:)

February 17, 2015 at 10:05 PM  
Blogger Nazreen said...

May God bless you with Happiness and good health in all your future endeavors.

February 17, 2015 at 10:29 PM  
Blogger Anna said...

Vydehi, many hugs to you brave girl ! Go have a wonderful and long life ahead. Enjoy, because you so deserve it.

February 17, 2015 at 10:29 PM  
Blogger Anna said...

Vydehi, many hugs to you brave girl ! Go have a wonderful and long life ahead. Enjoy, because you so deserve it.

February 17, 2015 at 10:29 PM  
Blogger Unknown said...

Ur really great....I like the guts and courage you have......

February 17, 2015 at 10:33 PM  
Blogger Unknown said...

Plz try a wonder drug keytruda from Merck & Co

February 17, 2015 at 10:50 PM  
Blogger Unknown said...

Hi vaidehi... congrats to you...for facing it so bold. you spoke my mind...yes..I m a breast cancer survivor for the past 8 yrs. had cancer at 30 yrs wen my son was 2 yrs old... underwent surgery, radiation and chemo 6 cycles ....and all the sufferings u underwent. Difficult situations make us more strong and wise. so dont worry. concentrate on you, your child and family. keep yourself active as you r now. I have a close friend who had hodgkings lymphoma stage IV, treated around 20 yrs back. she is perfect now , married and has a nine yr old girl child.
so keep up your confidence and have a regular check up... God bless you and your family. you can keep in touch...take care

February 17, 2015 at 11:02 PM  
Blogger Unknown said...

Great.......No words to express my feelings :)Good luck :)

February 17, 2015 at 11:03 PM  
Blogger Unknown said...

You Lady, you rock as a fighter, May your life be filled with only memorable moments from now!!!!!

February 17, 2015 at 11:05 PM  
Blogger abhi said...

Dear Vydehi
You are an inspiration for many people fighting the same battle as you are. I know the exemplary courage and the determination it takes to fight it , to deal with fear and side effects of chemo and radiation. I have been a caregiver of my husband who had cancer. All I can say is be proud of yourself!
All the best

February 17, 2015 at 11:06 PM  
Blogger Pavithra Muralidharan said...

Hi Vaidehi... I was into tears when i read this post.. Hats off to you for all the determination.. Keep up your confidence and my prayers for you and your family. God bless you.

February 17, 2015 at 11:08 PM  
Blogger great-secret-of-life said...

Hats off to you! Take care and get well soon Vaidehi

February 17, 2015 at 11:26 PM  
Blogger rachu said...

Great!!! no words coming iut...

February 17, 2015 at 11:27 PM  
Blogger AKN said...

Extremely motivating! Not only for anyone who has the misfortune of facing such a health crisis, but for everyone. Thanks for sharing your story with us.

February 17, 2015 at 11:29 PM  
Blogger Banu Venkat said...

Bravo Vaidehi .. hats off .. ur article is an encouraging one to all who r suffering from one way or d other .. yet u r beautiful dear .. convey our regards to ur family members who r great support to u ..

February 17, 2015 at 11:50 PM  
Blogger Gomathi said...

Hats off to u! Your courage n determination are an inspiration to all of us. Thanks for sharing this post. May God be with you and ur family...

February 18, 2015 at 12:05 AM  
Blogger Unknown said...

Great Vaidehi ....Hats off to your will power and confidence..You will go to greater heights in your life ..Wish you all the best for you and your family .

February 18, 2015 at 12:33 AM  

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