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Jurry
Member
10 years ago

New member

This is my first blog.

Hi my name is Jodie and I'm 42. I found my lump 5 weeks ago and everything has moved very fast since. I have been diagnosed with grade 3 ductal infiltrating carcinoma, stage 2a, triple negative bc. I had a lumpectomy and sentinel node biopsy 2 weeks ago, one from three lymph nodes involved.  I will have a portacath put in this week and chemo starts August 3rd. AC 4 doses over 12 weeks followed by paclitaxel once a week for 12 weeks. This will be followed by radiation, double mastectomy and reconstruction should I choose. I have a strong family history of bc and my mum is BRCA 1 positive. I am waiting for test results to see if I also carry the gene. 

Am so glad that this website exist. The information available and being able to read the blogs has been extremely helpful

BRCA1-BRCA2
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  • Anonymous's avatar
    Anonymous
    10 years ago

    Welcome Jodie, I hope that your pre surgery treatment goes well for you. It's good to check in with this network, as you'll get lots of support along the way. Warm wishes, Tracey B ??

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    Loubegg
    Member
    10 years ago

    Hi Jodie, welcome!  I am 3 days away from completing the same treatment plan as you.  I was diagnosed last September, hormone positive and stage 3c, micro papillary cancer.  It's daunting at the start but once chemo is out of the way it goes relatively fast.  I've had few side effects and hope that is the case for you! My reconstruction was done with expanders and six months after radiation finishes I'll get my implants.  The best thing I found was to keep walking as much as you can as it really does help! All the best for starting chemo!  Be kind to yourself, Louise x

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    rowdy
    Member
    10 years ago

    Hi Jodie welcome to the site, I found it a great place to chat to others going on the same trip (journey).Take care and visit often.