'This too shall pass': Internet rallies behind Isabella Strahan as she reveals chemo is making her loopy

LOS ANGELES, CALIFORNIA: Isabella Strahan, daughter of TV personality Michael Strahan, shared an update on her ongoing battle with brain cancer as she undergoes her third round of chemotherapy.

The 19-year-old student and model has been documenting her health journey through a YouTube series, where she candidly discusses the challenges and side effects of her treatment.

Isabella Strahan gives 'loopy' chemo update after short-term memory loss

On May 21, Isabella arrived at Duke Children's Hospital & Health Center in Durham, North Carolina, for her third chemotherapy session and to have her PICC line removed after 10 weeks.

A PICC line, or peripherally inserted central catheter, is used to administer medications and infusions directly into a large vein. Isabella reported that the removal process was painless and approached her treatment with positivity, saying, "Let’s go! Third chemo!"

Despite her upbeat demeanor, Isabella shared the difficulties she has been facing, including a complete loss of appetite. "For the past few weeks, I'd say, I had the biggest appetite, and then last week, it just dropped to zero. So, it's annoying," she admitted.

Isabella has been open about the various side effects she has experienced, including memory loss and severe chills known as rigors. In a moment of confusion, she mentioned, “I’m having a sandwich that I don’t remember ordering,” highlighting the cognitive challenges she faces.

“I got this medication that makes me rigor, which is like shake extremely and cold. So I guess I ordered myself a sandwich.”

“Tomorrow’s really my last day of chemo,” she added. “It’s crazy and then it’s my last cycle and then I'm done. It’s insane.”

After completing her third round of chemotherapy, Isabella expressed relief and exhaustion. "It’s been a few days since I’ve done chemo and I didn’t do Vincristine, I’m done with that so I feel a lot better. I’ve just been sleeping for like 18 hours," she said. “But I’m home.”

She also addressed the memory lapses caused by medication. “At the hospital, I don’t remember Tuesday because I’m given this drug to protect my hearing and just because I have a reaction to it, they give me Ativan. And for some reason, I can’t remember a single thing about that day. So if I seemed loopy, that’s why,” she explained.

Isabella mentioned that she didn't film much of her third round of chemotherapy because it went by quickly. She shared her excitement about having only one more round left.

“I just want it to be June already,” she added. “That’s the thing, I just wait around for the next time I get chemo and I’m kind of scared once I’m done, how I’m gonna go back to normal life. Because I feel like there’s always gonna be another treatment or something I have to do. But that’s a later problem.”

“Otherwise, I’m doing good,” she said.

Isabella Strahan's 'loopy' chemo update garners online support

Isabella Strahan's recent update on her chemotherapy journey has ignited a wave of online support and heartfelt messages from social media users. Her candid sharing of the challenges she faces, including memory loss and physical discomfort, has resonated deeply with many, who are rallying behind her with words of encouragement and prayers.

One user wrote, "This too shall pass. You will be victorious, and I am praying for you. I had the same memory loss, it will end, you will regain your memory. Smile and continue to be encouraged. Peace and healing."

Another user offered their blessings, "Prayers for a divine healing and recovery. Amen."

Many are moved by Isabella's bravery in sharing her story. "Her sharing her story is so brave but it’s breaking my heart. You are in my thoughts and prayers beautiful," commented one user.

The sentiment of heartbreak and compassion was echoed by another, who said, "Bless her, so heartbreaking to see a young person battling cancer."

"This poor young woman is really going through so much. I hope this all works and she heals quickly after the treatments are done. Continued prayers for this brave soul," another user added, highlighting the collective hope for Isabella's swift recovery.

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