I Support Breast Cancer Awareness and Finding a Cure

I recently was tested for the breast cancer gene and am positive.

Words of advice...choose where you have the testing done wisely. I went to my normal doctors office. I expected if true they would ease me into the diagnosis. The first words she said were you are positive and we recommend a full mastectomy. I was on my lunch hour alone. Hard to concentrate the rest of the day. Since then I have heard of places where they gently walk you through it. Encourage not going alone. This would be my wholehearted recommendation for anyone drciding to be checked.

Next suggestion was to meet with an oncologist. I could go in cancer inhibiting drugs for years and wait.

I've made my decision. I'm getting the mastectomy. It will leave me with almost a 100% of never getting cancer.

I'm building up my support system. Allowing others to love and care for me. Sending out love and light to all I come in contact with during the day. So far I have convinced two women to get tested. This helps in my journey. I want to be a example.

I cry sometimes. It's ok. I love my breast. Don't we all?

Life will still be there for me afterwards. Time to live the rest of it with gusto and gratitude. I'm fortunate. I guess in many ways I'm a survivor.

Love and light to all who read:-)

spkfrly · 61-69, F

My mother had it. Her sisters had it. I knew someone needed to start the conversation. I did, and I will use this knowledge to help others.

I'm so sorry about your mom. My mom survived but her sister did not. I'm fortunate to have the knowledge.

Love and light...love and light❤️

Windsylph · F

I support you fully. I, too just learned I have the brca gene mutation. Please let me know if I can help in any way, or if you just need a friend/ ear. I admire your courage. And, I believe you are more than a survivor. You are a thriver. Soft breezes to you, dear friend. You are in the light.

Windsylph · F

PS, did they talk with you about any ovarian cancer risk? It depends on the gene mutation you have. Some mutations don't present an increased risk, while others do. How kind you are to share your story and help inform others. From one sister to another, thank you.