In my 20s with IDC

Tammy27

Hello all,

My name is Tamara, I'm 27 years old with IDC.  I was diagnosed on 10/8/08 and will be starting chemo on 12/24/08.  I'm scared and feel all alone because I don't know anyone in my age range with BC (although I have the support of my husband, mom, family and practicly everyone who knows my situation).  If there's anyone who has gone through this at a young age, I'm curious to hear your experience but since BC does not discriminate, I am will to hear from anyone who is willing to share there experience.

-----It is good to wait quietly for the salvation of the LORD.  Lamentations 3:26 ---

lexislove

Hi Tammy27,

I was 30 when diagnosed, found the lump when I was 29. I have just finished all treatments in November. I'm currently taking tamoxifen ect. Any questions feel free to ask. You can PM me if you like. The women here are wonderful. I know exactly where you are, you WILL get through this.

Anonymous

Hi, Tammy,

So sorry you have to travel this road...

I was a bit older than you when diagnosed (37), but there are quite a few women, unfortunately, who were diagnosed at or around 25-29. One of them is BethNY who was disgnosed at 26 - and I'm sure she'd be happy to chat with you (you can send her a Private Message)...

I don't have any experience with chemo, but many of the wonderful ladies here have. I'm sure more will chime in shortly to share their experiences and wish you well...

You might also want to check out the "Young Women with BC" thread a few sections up from this one. Lots of great info from others who have BTDT...

And Lexi is right: you WILL get through this! We'll help you in any way we can! 

mrsdoty

Hi Tamara...God Bless you!!!! I was a bit older also when diagnosed, (42) but I think the initial reaction to this awful disease is the same no matter how old you are.  I did six rounds of chemo cytoxin and taxotere it was not as bad as I thought it would be.  The only thing is on day 3 of my treatment weeks I was really tired.  I have 3 small children 7, 5, and 2.  My husband and church family were great during this time.  Sounds like you have a lot of support as well.  I did have a short hospital stay 3 days because my temp went up and white count went way down...so be careful around other people and wash your hands frequently.  Just keep your chin up attitude is a big part of this battle.  You will be in my prayers.....

Lcharmie

Hello Tamara.

I am sorry to hear you have to go this route too. 

We pray for all of us on this journey.

I was yet older (51years old) when I was diagnosed.  Thankful to be a 10 year Survivor this year.

Keep us posted so we can help, support---vent when you need to, we are here, to hear it all.  You are not alone

Take care of you!!

Linda C.

badbabe56

Hi Tamara, I was somewhat older than you when I was first diagnosed, I was 33 and had a baby of six weeks old. It is quite the journey, and I have spoken with many other young women with bc. I might add my baby is now 19 and 3 years after chemo I was lucky enough to have another child. Never lose hope through this ordeal, surround yourself with those you love and put your boxing gloves on for the fight ahead. You will hopefully gain a lot of support in here and if you choose the chat room, because those you talk to in there have been there and done that, they have experienced all the emotions that you will, just remember everyone deals with it differently, there are no rights or wrongs, my prayers are with you

Tammy27

Ladies,

Although, I wish I never had BC I'm thankful to find such a heart warming group of women who are willing to share their stories, give me hope and support.

Thank you all

Tammy27

Anonymous

Tammy, I'm sending you a private message...

Merry Christmas, my dear... 

tinkermax

Hi Tammy

 There is a section on these forums, for young women with breast cancer, where you will see ladies around your age.

here is a link to one of the topics there.

http://community.breastcancer.org/forum/27/topic/704840

Hope you find it helpful

tink 

rogam

Tammy be blessed and keep doing all the things have have done to enjoy life. Attitude is the key...for real! Don't allow this to stop you from living your life like it is Golden. Take care.

kellee24

hi tammy, i know i am about a year late but i was diagnosed with bc the day b4 thanksgiving 09, i am 24.... i know it REALLY sucks to be put in this situation, at any age....

i graduated in dec 09, and i am supposed to be starting my life, getting married, finally starting the career i've wnated forever (nursing), having children but its like everything is put on hold, or may not happen now (kids).... so i can only imagine how you feel.... if you get this reply i would love to know how your treatment has gone and how you are doing... i will be starting chemo very soon and im scared s**tless....

nasharayne

Hi Kellee,

So sorry you have to be here, I wasn't as young as you but, I was diagnosed at 31. Nearing thoughts of marriage and children and I'm a nurse also.  This breast cancer is only temporary and your life will go on.  I did chemo and went through menopause for seven months and now I'm back to normal and hoping to get pregnant at the end of this yeaar or early next year. Don't believe the stats on the possibly of having kids.  It is based on older women who are nearing memopause anyway.

Prayer works!!!!!!!!  Good luck to you.

Tammy27

Kellee,

I'm sorry it me so long to reply to you. Please remain positive and set some milestone for yourself along the way.  For example, if you have to take different drugs for chemo over a period of time count down your treatments.  I know that worked for me,  they will be days where you'll feel tired and you'll even hate life but please remind yourself that this temporary and set yourself to win this battle.  Please write back when you get this.