I got a diagnosis of breast cancer on the same day Roe was overturned

[iwillalwayswonderwhy]

It even eclipsed breast cancer in MY mind.

[femmedem]

1. That says so much about the loss of reproductive rights.

I hope you caught it early, that you have plenty of support, and that you come through this ok.

[iwillalwayswonderwhy]

2. Thanks, yes it was caught early

Surgery and radiation in about 4 weeks. Prognosis excellent.

[PlanetBev]

3. Was it DCIS?

That’s ductile carcinoma in situ. I was diagnosed in January, very early, stage 0. They tried two lumpectomies, but the reach of the bad cells was 12 centimeters. l had a mastectomy in March. No invasive cancer, they got it all. I’m starting breast reconstruction on July 7th.

Glad they caught it early in your case, as well. Best wishes for your good health!

[Freddie]

9. My best friends mom had that 12 years ago

Same treatment - mastectomy, no chemo (not sure about radiation). She’s still with us, happy and healthy at 84.

[iwillalwayswonderwhy]

15. Yes, DCIS

Found through self exam. (Very important, do it!). Didn’t show on mammogram due to location. On the ultrasound it looked like a moose head with antlers. My husband and I call it Bullwinkle. There is graphically bad stuff about its location, which I won’t go into.

[mobeau69]

4. Glad you caught it early. That's key. Sending you good vibes.

[Haggard Celine]

6. That's great!

They caught my mom's early, about 4 years ago, and so far, no more cancer. I was so relieved when her last tests came back negative. You can beat it, just be determined.

[phylny]

8. I went through this in March 2014. Stage 0, DCIS.

Lumpectomy and radiation. No problems since. I hope you have the same experience!

[Justice]

22. Happy it was caught early. Best wishes to you.

[arlyellowdog]

5. My mastectomy was November 4, 2020

My friends and family (and I) all said my successful surgery was such a wonderful distraction. My husband had died the day after Hillary won the New York primary. The night of the election I was alone and fasting when that ass won. The next morning at the hospital, a nurse came into my room and said, “I told them I needed to sit with you because you’re alone, but I just need to cry.” I said, “oh I’ll be ok.” She said, “Oh you’re going to be ok. But…that fuck is president?” Last story, my first chemo was scheduled for Inauguration Day 2021. The nurse showed me I could pick from four large rooms with IV chairs. I was polite and obsequious (as chemo newbies are). But the last room had a big TV showing the inauguration and I yelled, “Oh, hell, No.” a lot of people laughed and 2 ladies took their IV poles and followed me into the quiet room where we got our poison and vented our anger. But, President Biden was elected and that whole ugly cancer thing was over, defeated! (And my breast cancer is over, too).

[ms liberty]

7. Take care of yourself. It's not fun but you'll be okay. 25 year survivor here.

[Scrivener7]

10. My sister had her surgery a few months ago. I went to help her

after the surgery and, honest to God, I don't know what I would have done without the great DU women telling me what to expect and how to help her.

It's a really valuable resource, so you are not alone and there is a ton of information at your fingertips right here.

Best to you. Keep us posted.

[LisaL]

11. So now, if a pregnant woman finds out she has cancer,

she wouldn't be able to have radiation, since that will affect the fetus and it can't be aborted.

[Demsrule86]

12. I am so sorry...sending besg wishes and everything good your way..

[Ferrets are Cool]

13. I am so sorry to hear this.

[brer cat]

14. Sending good vibes your way.

I'm glad it was caught early.

[LoisB]

16. Sending positive thoughts.

[irisblue]

17. I am so sorry this is happening for you. #FuckCancer

And "Bullwinkle" is funny as heck.

[iwillalwayswonderwhy]

20. My niece has proclaimed me Queen of Dark Humor

[irisblue]

23. I share your dark humor

[blogslug]

18. I hope all goes well for you

Peace be to you.

[malaise]

19. Hope you got it early- you can beat this

[Victor_c3]

21. Best wishes to you and your family

My ex-wife, my mother, and my grandmother all had issues with breast cancer. They were all successful with overcoming it.

It’s scary in the beginning when you don’t have much information to go on, but the more you and your family learn about it, the more manageable it becomes - and it can be very manageable.

The thing with breast cancer and the treatment of it is that so much progress has been made in the last 5-10 years. It can be very treatable.

As one human to another, I hope you and your family find peace during this ordeal.

[MLAA]

24. Sending ❤️❤️❤️❤️❤️❤️