On May 4, 2012, a little over a year ago, at the young age of 23, I was diagnosed with stage 3 invasive ductal carcinoma, a very aggressive breast cancer. Also, I had cancer in my lymph nodes, eight of eight were positive. Cancer has forever changed my life. I’ve had numerous surgeries, including a bilateral mastectomy, numerous reconstruction surgeries, fertility treatments, a year of chemotherapy treatments, 28 radiation treatments, and I have ONE herceptin chemo treatment left!
I look forward to being in remission and cancer FREE!!! God, my boyfriend, my family, and my friends have been my rock. Without them I don’t think I could have made it this far. I count my blessings and thank the Lord everyday. No matter what I’m going through, how much pain I’m in, or how sick I am, I know that there is someone out there in a worse situation. Whatever it is I am going through, I know I can overcome it! Having a positive attitude has helped me tremendously throughout my journey.
Ally
Illinois
Submitted 5-21-2013
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This story is intended to convey a personal experience and, because every person’s experience is unique, should not be relied upon as a substitute for professional healthcare advice.
