April 26, 2023
It’s cancer. Not something you ever expect to hear. Last Tuesday I had an appointment scheduled with my general doctor to check out a lump I noticed. That kicked off a week of craziness. Wednesday a 3D mammogram and ultrasound. Friday a biopsy. Monday a formal breast cancer diagnosis. Tuesday detailed lab results breaking down the detailed make up of my cancer. That’s the bad news, the good news I have the most common kind of breast cancer and at this point they don’t think it’s spread to lymph nodes yet. I caught it early. (Note: later I learned that this was not accurate).
Next Wednesday Nick and I meet with the specialists where we create the plan of attack and likely do a biopsy of lymph nodes to confirm it has not spread. Certainly NOT what I had on the agenda for the next many months but stuff happens, I got this! I am blessed with a great support system and access to excellent medical care. I look forward to looking back at this time as nothing but a speed bump in my journey. However, I sure would value your prayers for my family. No one person goes through cancer alone, that person’s family and friends do too. Much love 💕
May 5, 2023 Update – Mastectomy Scheduled
Sounds like I have a breast cancer elimination plan. Looks like May 17 for a mastectomy. Based on pathology from the lab will determine whether I need chemo and radiation after I heal. Then reconstruction at the end of the journey. Thank you for all the support and prayers, I am blesssed. I’m rocking pink hair for the journey!
May 17, 2023 Update – surgery day!
Hi Breasties! Today is surgery day. I feel ready. I am so grateful 😇 for the love and positive vibes – thank you! I’m specifically praying they find no spread to lymph nodes.
Going Pink!
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