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Leonie_Moore
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14 years ago

Feeling "cleansed"

Hi all,  Went for my genetics testing results in Brisbane on Wednesday.  I am so pleased to report that I have a negative result on BRAC1 and BRAC2.  Of course this doesn't let me know why I got BC but it sure gives me, my girls, my granddaughter and my sisters some peace of mind.  This result has really changed how I am feeling at the moment.  I do feel "cleansed" of this curse.  In my mind I can say "I think my stressful lifestyle, including a horrible divorce, has been the major factor/s in my diagnosis".  SO I am NEVER going to be in similar situations EVER again.  On with the GOOD LIVING for this old "chook"!!!!!  No more work "bitches" to contend with as I have made that decision as well.  (Of course there are still the nice ones that I will keep in contact with - and they do outnumber the others)  I have so much good living to do and there is no stopping me.  For all of you with the gene mutation, please don't think I haven't forgotten you.  I am just so pleased that this is one "bad" gene that I haven't passed on to my girls (unfortunately I have already passed on a couple of not so nice ones ie coelic and factor XI deficiency) XLeonie

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  • jules's avatar
    jules
    Member
    14 years ago

    I noted it mentioned that the BRACA testing was $1600.

    I had the testing done in Newcastle and it cost me nothing.

    I think I qualified as I was triple negative.

    There are criteria for testing and some people are eligible to have it done so that might be worth looking into.

    Jules

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    louiseg
    Member
    14 years ago
    I went through Genetic Services of WA at King Edward Memorial Hospital for my gene testing. It didn't cost me anything so if anyone wants their phone number (and lives in WA) it is 9340 1525. You do need to satisfy their criteria for testing but if you do, you don't pay anything.
  • Leonie_Moore's avatar
    Leonie_Moore
    Member
    14 years ago

    How good is that??  It is well worth knowing - either way.  Then it puts you in control about what you want to do.  The universe is starting to work in your way!!!! XLeonie

  • shereejoy's avatar
    shereejoy
    Member
    14 years ago

    It's all good... just found out the other day they are going to do my genetic testing for free through the public system! yay

  • Leonie_Moore's avatar
    Leonie_Moore
    Member
    14 years ago

    Thanks Sheree - any time you need them.  You do have lots happening in your "arena" though in the next couple of months.XLeonie

  • shereejoy's avatar
    shereejoy
    Member
    14 years ago

    Phew... that is a fantastic result for you and your family xx

     

    May have to get the contact details off you in the near future xx

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    Leonie_Moore
    Member
    14 years ago

    Hi Louise, It has been a "sick" year for me  but now I am on my way to good things.  Merry Xmas to you as well.  I hope all is going well for you. XLeonie

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    Leonie_Moore
    Member
    14 years ago

    Hi Louise, It has been a "sick" year for me  but now I am on my way to good things.  Merry Xmas to you as well.  I hope all is going well for you. XLeonie

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    danielle_ghilar
    Member
    14 years ago

    Hi Leonie,

    that brought a smile to my face thinking of you playing on the floor with your grand daughter. I am glad you had a good time. I hope the aches and pains go away soon!! Danielle xx

     

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    Leonie_Moore
    Member
    14 years ago

    Take real good care of yourself and i hope you recover quickly.  You have been through a big challenge ( you were having the reconstruction - yes?) XLeonie