My oldest was pregnant and about to deliver, when I felt my lump. I knew, called my doctor who then sent me for a mammogram. The Girl in the office said she thought it was "suspicious" Suspicious I did not know this was a medical term that is considered a conclusive diagnosis by the radiologist. Well had stage III with no lymph node involvement. Doctors chose for me Lymph Biopsy with a portacat , lumpectomy and 12 rounds of chemo topped off by 30 rounds of daily radiation. My margins after lumpectomy were clear. That was a nice phone call to receive.
My daughters daughter arrived at the hospital when I was getting my port put in. A little groggy and scarred, but I made it to her room to hold my new baby. Could not help but wonder.....
Here I am 4 years latter with a beautiful 4 year old stinker. My husband and my girls were amazing and I had a sister and brother that called me everyday.
I think after the initial shock you go to fighting mode. You seem to loose your fear and you just feel like this is something that needs to be done. It was a group effort, Me and my doctors and my family and friends. We did this together and we won..
St Louis, MO
