In April 2014, at 34 my dr was hesitant on sending me for a mammogram but agreed, to help ease my mind of a new lump. The next day i was called to come back for ultrasound. My mammogram was a BIRAD 5. My fight begin. I had double lumpectomy on April 16th. Diagnosed with Stage 2 Ductal Carcinoma on April 21st. After Brca genetic testing and Oncotype DX testing, my treatment started on June 10th. I underwent 4 rounds of Chemo and finished up on August 11th. I will be starting 35 radiation treatments tomorrow Sept 11th. Following with 10 years of Tamoxifen. Cancer does not discriminate. I never dreamed i would have Cancer. So i urge you to be checked if you feel anything abnormal. I keep up the fight for my family. They are my world and have walked every step of this journey with me. Having Cancer has taught me a whole new outlook on life. I try not to get stuck in routine and live each day to the fullest. There is no dress rehearsal for life, so live it!

gayla smathers
Davis, OK