5 Years!

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rosieS
rosieS Member Posts: 83
edited June 2014 in Stage III Breast Cancer

Hi everyone,

Today is the 5 year anniversary of the day I found out I had breast cancer.  I found out immediately after undergoing a fine needle biopsy of a mammogram detected tumor.  As it turned out, I had two tumors in the same breast, necessitating a mastectomy.  After surgery (mastectomy, lymph node removal, and placement of expander/implant), we discovered that I also had 9 positive lymph nodes! Stage 3 breast cancer! So chemo and radiation followed. I went through a lot of psychological and physical anguish, but somewhere along the way, I found the strength to move on and live the rest of my life.  

I am so happy to be here today, with no evidence of disease. Yes, I am estrogen deprived, still taking Femara, probably for another 5 years.  I have a stubborn extra 10 pounds that refuse to leave even though I eat right and try to walk often (and I am a dietitian too).  I wish we all had never heard the words "you have breast cancer" and I hope our children never will. 

This discussion board was so helpful to me during my chemo and radiation treatments, providing me with some sanity and comfort during a very difficult time. To all of the newly diagnosed women, especially my stage 3 sisters, I wish you peace and strength and healing. To all of my old friends, thanks for being here!

I hate breast cancer!  Let's all keep fighting to beat it!

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