My Survival Story

Hi, My name is Maribel I am 33yrs. old. I'm a wife and a mother of two, ages 17 and 11. I found a lump in my left breast in Sept. 09. I had a mammogram and breast ultrasound and it showed I had a cyst. They informed me to wait six months. Which I didn't, I felt something was wrong I had to make sure until I was at peace. I went to see a doctor and he told me I'm too young for Breast Cancer don't worry. Later that week I was told, by the same doctor I was positive for Breast Cancer. After that surgery I found a new doctor. So after many test and surgeries I am Cancer Free as of Nov. 09. Just remember you have a family to fight for not just yourself. Keep in mind your family and you will get through this everyday. Please don't wait too long to get checked out. Don't be scared. And it's ok to cry and talk to people so you don't keep it inside. Best wishes to all.

Maribel
Hamilton, NJ