Since my diagnosis of Stage 1 breast cancer did not have the pathos that I know so very many cancer patients experience I felt that my story was not worthy of sharing in comparison. However, I have changed my mind.
Considering that 95% of early stage cancers have successful treatments I am an especially great spokesperson for educating about the importance of regular annual mammograms.
My personal 9-11-2009 saga began when my doctor called to say that my screening had found that I had bilateral breast cancer but that fortunately the tumors were small and "a garden variety." My story would have ended quite differently if I had not had my annual mammogram because these cancers, although small then, were unbeknownst to me, aggressively growing deep inside both my breasts.
But thanks to early detection and modern medicine I am now cancer free and an optimistic about my long term health. Hopefully, you also will get checked regularly to assure your future well-being - be proactive!!
Bayfield, CO