Like many women, I get a mammogram annually. In October, 2013 when I went for mine I expected it to come back normal. It didn't. I had to go back for a second, an ultrasound, and finally an ultrasonic biopsy. The results were positive for cancer. To say the least, this was something I never expected, and a total shock. Two weeks later I had a lumpectomy, and in February 2014 completed my radiation treatments. My surgeon told me it was very small, non-aggressive and if I had to get cancer this was the best kind. I'm not sure I totally agree with him on that one.
It is my belief that even though I have no history of breast cancer (or cancer for that matter) in my family, God chose me to bear this to encourage other women to have an annual checkup. I have come through this just fine, but my plea is for women everywhere - regardless of age - to have their mammograms annually. If I hadn't, or had waited, I may not be here to share this with you.
Cape Girardeau, MO
