What started as my annual mammogram, ended up being the biggest fight of my life. After all the many biopsies, scans, tests and hundreds of needles, I was found to have DCIS along with invasive breast cancer. I had a bilateral mastectomy on October 26, 2009, and was found to have no cancer in my lymph nodes! After 2 more unexpected surgeries that followed, I am still in the expansion stage. Only 2 more expansions to go, and then I get my new Ta-Ta's!
It has been a whirlwind 7 months of amazing ups and downs. But with the help of my incredible team of doctors, my wonderful family and the best friends and support system at work, I feel like the happiest & luckiest girl ever! I am cancer free and so happy to be alive! My best to all of you survivors and your families - I love you all!!!
Philadelphia, PA