Hearted Youtube comments on Éireann (@diaryofeireann) channel.

  1. Dearest Éireann, I can't tell you how distressing I found it to watch this video and see you so upset and in despair and offered so little hope by the doctors in Ireland. I've read a number of comments already left before posting this and like everyone else, I think you should get a second opinion. Doctors can often be wrong. The ones in our village in North Wales were wrong telling my wife the "good news" that her malignant melanoma (the worst skin cancer you can get) was nothing to worry about and not worth removing. She nearly died as a result and Soph and Thomas nearly lost their mother. Thank God, she is still with us five years later. I wish I could say something positive to you that could change things - we all do. But I just can't right now. I will say this - I admire you more than ever (if that's possible) - even in the depths of your grief and despair you're helping inspire the rest of us to live our lives to the full and not to wait for a reality check slapping us in the face. Thank you for making me - and many others - better people than we would otherwise be. I hope you can put my donation to a worthy cause - and that worthy cause is YOU and Devin. Enjoy your time together and I so hope it is a great deal longer than 11 years. The world needs special people like you. With love and best wishes Rob (oh, and daughter Soph of course!) xx
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  2. Eireann, you'll beat this. You absolutely will. As I've mentioned in comments on other video updates you've done, my 16-year-old nephew had (HAS!) a glioma that was inoperable and couldn't be removed. He underwent chemo and radiation. That was 15 YEARS AGO! He's over 30 now and living a healthy, busy and active life. Don't let those awful prognosis lists scare you. Every single person is different, every single case is different. You will beat this and we will be here throughout your journey and then when you come out the other side and back to your former goofy life again! Deep breaths, girl. We love you and we're supporting you every step of the way. God bless you xxx
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  3. Medical gas lighting is so gross. I'm so sorry you had to go through that. I'm glad that you continued to advocate for yourself and you found out, unfortunately terrible news, but at least you can progress with a successful surgery! You have your youth on your side and hopefully you will have no trouble recovering. Sending you well wishes! ♡
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  4. I was 23 when i was diagnosed, grade 3. I did all the treatment. Its been almost 9 years with no recurrence. Stay cute and stay positive 😉
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  5. Éireann, please re-think the go fund me. Having one less thing to worry about will leave you more energy to look after your health. 🙏
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  6. As A brain surgery survivor, I can tell you your attitude and sense of humor will carry you through! Stay Strong Beautiful :)
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  7. Even if the glioma would be re-occurring in five years' time, by then the possibilities of modern medicine would already be tenfold what they are now. Especially in treating gliomas, new protocols are emerging every year. Worry not, my stunning Eireann. You will be here on YouTube talking to us even after you have grand children 💚
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  8. The shocking state of health care these days is a disgrace
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  9. 1. Cold air / air dry 2. No heat 3. Heatless curls 4. Wear protective hairstyle to bed (e.g. loose bun, braid/plait) 5. Silk pillowcase 6. Wash hair twice a week 7. Hair mask / hair oil (alternate) 8. leave in conditioner / detangler / heat protectant 9. Brush hair from ends up
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  10. This is ridiculous. Imagine someone who doesn't have the energy or ability to advocate for themselves the way you do. Kudos to you for not giving up. I'm so sorry this is happening!
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  11. I'm a cancer researcher, and let me tell you, your case is every laboratory personnel's worst nightmare. We want to give you the correct diagnosis as soon as possible, but that also means we will not give you half/potentially wrong diagnoses... and as for the timing, usually labs prefer to run tests sequentially instead of concurrently, due to the pricing. So we start with the easy, cheap tests that find most of the diagnoses, and then move on to harder and more expensive methods until we find an answer. The test I am most familiar with takes anywhere between 24-48 hours to run and then another 12 hours to properly analyze the data. So in a bad scenario, lets say the test is set up on a thursday, it could be the monday that the data is analyzed.... and if the answer does not come from that test, we have to run another one. This is not to make you feel less bad about the time it is taking (because I fully agree, this is taking long) but just to help you understand what is going on behind the scenes. I imagine the scientist assigned your case is having sleepless nights over it. And for the question why not put your most advanced test first? Well..... so the test I mentioned previously is somewhere in the middle of extreme testing and can cost 10 grand per test.... 😬 hospitals and labs make choices based on their resources (which is probably also why it was send to London, they have more resources) and then you end up with scenarios like this. The doctor not understanding the report is also not surprising to me, they are experienced in entirely different lingo than the molecular jargon. Keep on fighting! I assure you the scientists and doctors will too ❤
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  12. You should also think about getting a medical alert bracelet.
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  13. Brave, beautiful girl!! What dignity, what humility, not a trace of self pity, not a trace of anger... I have never seen this in my whole life and I am old. Brave, brave, beautiful girl.
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  14. Good morning, from Regina SK!! I'm a current nursing student and hearing your story makes me so emotional! I'm so sorry you had such crappy interactions with medical personnel at the beginning of your journey, no doctor or nurse should diminish your symptoms and feelings and reassure anything! This is one reason why I want to pursue a nursing career, to truly listen to patients and try to help as many people as I can! I wish you the best in your recovery and will be watching your journey! <3
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  15. Never stop asking questions. Always advocate for yourself. Please, if you can, get a second and third opinion. Best wishes!
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  16. @eireann, Please take this to heart. My wife had a Glioma that was removed 18 years ago with no re-occurrence. She did have surgery, radiation and chemo (BTW, the chemo is pill form for brain cancer and not covered by MSI). Stay Positive and live everyday with the attitude that you can can totally beat this.
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  17. That hairdresser sounds incredibly rude. Sorry for you experience
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  18. Keeping our fingers crossed for you! I don’t know what people gain from being mean to you. Some weirdos out there ❤
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  19. PS: I've just made a donation to Brain Tumour Research. I hope it will help further this worthy cause. (As for my donation to you - just spend it on pizza, Guinness or whatever gives you comfort!) Tc xx
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  20. I'm so sorry you've been treated this way, it's not ok they keep rejecting you. Your breathing issue is not a minor issue, pls don't stop standing up for yourself until this gets sorted out. Sending much love and strength from Germany, you got this <3
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  21. Dear Éireann, I am so sorry to hear of your diagnosis, and thank you for the bravery you have shown in recording this video and sharing it with us. I suppose one must be grateful that it is not a far more serious grade IV but nonetheless, it is a cruel blow and I cannot tell you how upset I am that you are going through this. You are loved by so many people now on here and, as I've said before, we will be by your side, even if we're not geographically close. A comment just below mine has caught my eye and I think sums things up well: "you are a beautiful person inside and out and so articulate". You truly are, and your compassion and concern for others despite your own challenges is inspirational. I hope and pray that as you battle to defeat this disease, the research continues and the pioneering treatments which are showing real promise will mean that your prognosis will ultimately be very much better than it might appear to be right now. With love and very best wishes, Rob xx (PS: A few pounds enclosed to put towards something nice to help keep your spirits up!)
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  22. Eireann As someone old enough to be your mum, I'm so proud of your strength and courage. Every day is one day closer to feeling yourself again. Healing physically and emotionally takes time. I found making a win jar helpful. Take a glass jar and write down your daily wins, and pop them in that jar. Even as simple as getting dressed, going for a walk, whatever it is. Put it in a daily view so when you're feeling sad or challenged, glance at that win jar and feel accomplished for how far you've come. Much luv from a grandma in Massachusetts.
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  23. I’m sorry you have to wait so long for your diagnosis. I’m a brain cancer researcher (Glioblastoma) and can only imagine the stress this is causing you. Sending good thoughts and hope you still manage to have a happy Christmas 🎄and praying for the best possible diagnosis for you!
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  24. This must be so hard. We had to wait for 2 weeks for our son's diagnosis, and that felt like torture. I can't imagine not knowing after 7 weeks. (my son did not have cancer, which I am so grateful for)
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  25. It is beyond painful when someone else destroys your hair. I had waist length thick vergin hair. I have red hair. And the lady suggested I have a Henna treatment. Long story short. It turned my hair green. She said no problem I'll just put a bleach pack on your hair and it will remove the green. Needless to say it fried my long hair into what looked like wet cotton. When she started blowing it out it snapped off. I walked out of that Salon with a short pixie cut. This happened to me when I was 18 years old. And it was so traumatic that I taught myself how to do everything related to my hair, myself. Now the only time I go into a Salon is to get a trim.
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  26. Oh my goodness Éireann, don’t apologize about posting lovely videos of you enjoying your beautiful Ireland life 🥰🥰 I’m always curious about how you are doing but you don’t owe us that at all. I hope they get your medical records sorted and get you on a medication that doesn’t have too many side effects. Thank you for spreading positivity, the world needs that 💜💜
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  27. My sister had medullablastoma surgery when she was 5 years old, in September of 1963. She will be 67 in October. You, your mindset and positive outlook inspire us. Prayers to you, your loved ones and your healthcare team. 🙏🙏
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  28. What a great attitude you have..seeing your beautiful smile makes me happy for you. All this waiting must be unbelievably difficult but the signals you are getting from the medical side sound really encouraging. You go girl.
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  29. I’m so happy your surgery and recovery went so well, I cannot believe how incredibly strong you are. Praying for the best possible diagnosis for you. Have a great Christmas with your loved ones, sending love from Irish in London. ❤
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  30. Éireann, you need another Go Fund Me. You cannot go through this and also have the money worries that you inevitably have with job insecurity, getting back to Ireland from Canada, Devin's visa, which I recall you saying was very expensive and who knows what other expenses. It's a tribute to the amazing, decent person you are that you feel that you can't take any more donations. Yes you can - for the simple reason that many of us are very happy to offer you some financial support in your hour of need. And yes, it is our way of giving you an online hug when we would so like to give you a hug in person. I'm so moved by your latest video and so worried about you but if anyone can be on the right side of all these statistics and averages then it's you. I'll keep praying for you and thinking of you. We're all here for you. Take care, Rob xx (and daughter Soph! xx)
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  31. The Pleomorphic xanthoastrocytoma is rare, but typically benign. Also the survival rate is over 90%...grade 2 makes it even better. I think you're going to be ok. Sending lots of love and & prayers.
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  32. How incredibly brave sharing your journey with us. We’re here for you and wish you the best outcome
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  33. Hey, from Scotland. Just came across your channel. I'm so sorry you had such an awful experience with the medical team. I would report it. That medical student needs further development. They should NEVER just assume, bit arrogant of them, and dangerous. ALWAYS go with your gut. It's your higher self telling you. My prayers are with you. I hope your recovery is speedy. ❤
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  34. Oh the medical gaslighting 😥 unfortunately you have to stand up for yourself and not back down when you know something is wrong. Sending you lots of strength you’ve got this ❤️
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  35. You're so incredibly brave, I really hope you get some positive news soon.
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  36. I am so mad that you have to go through all of this back and forth. I hope all of this gets resolved soon. Prayers to you!
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  37. Bless you Rob for your kindness.
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  38. I was waiting anxiously for your doctor visit and anticipating an end to your suspense. As a lifelong member of the medical profession I feel the need to apologize for some of what you've been put through. Your wonderfully positive attitude can only benefit you. I could never subject myself to the haters out there. Obviously sad people with sad lives.
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  39. What a lovely couple. Health and happiness to you and how wonderful you are in Ireland. I am across the water in the Netherlands. Lots of love❤️
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  40. I hate how people expect you to have a big scar in order to be telling the truth about having brain surgery. I know there are ways to minimize scars after surgery. Glad you're doing well.
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  41. Please, look into the carnivore diet now for glioblastoma ❤
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  42. While you have captured many peoples hearts already, I hope you continue your channel so that you may grow it past this season in your life. You are a beautiful person inside and out and so articulate. I love listening to you.
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  43. Good morning. As a cancer survivor my heart goes out to you. Miracles still happen. I have been following your path. All the best from South Africa ❤️
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  44. And yet you're still smiling....you're amazing....
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  45. This transformation is WILD. 🙌🏼 Best tip was find someone who CARES FOR YOUR HAIR. That's so huge and makes all the difference. 🥰 Keep being awesome.
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  46. There are some really awful people out there! I’m keeping you in my prayers and also manifesting that this tumor is not anything bad. I hope that in the next two weeks they’ll be able to solidify that diagnosis and you can be on your way. I’m also hoping your breathing gets better, regardless of the cause. Please keep us in the loop as you navigate the rest of this. I know a lot of us will be thinking hard about you! Take care!!
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  47. You're such a beautiful soul! It's heartbreaking to see you in such despair. You have the life to live, and so many moments yet to experience. Don’t let sadness and sorrow steal the light within you!
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  48. I got my hair ruined 2 years ago. I have been in a hair care journey ever since and my hair is almost fully healed . And yeah , I will never bleach my hair again
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  49. Elreann, "no news is good news" was my nana's favourite saying at times of stress, so I'm hoping for the best for you. My love and prayers that keep you strong and positive 🙏 🤗 💕x
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  50. THAT RING!!!! Good job Devin!! I am so happy for you two. The way you look at each other is adorable. He is so lucky and so are you. Be blessed!!!!
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