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

Hi Leonie I am soo happy for you and your family to hear that you are negative for those two bad genes. I agree with you about the stress playing a important roll in BC , I have no family history of the disease but since 2008 I was under a lot of stress with a bitchy boss at work and family isssues with my mother which already caused me a miscarrige in 2008 I should have taked note than and change work and maybe I would not have ended up with BC . I am paying attention now and I am not allowing any stressors in my life I even aplied for a new job so I dont have to deal with my bitchy boss. Better late than never as they say. I wish you and your family all the best from now on and enjoy this new stage of your life. Regards Monica

Thanks for your reply Monica. During that time I also looked after my mother who had dementia and huge mental health issues. I never saw this as a stress though as I did it all for complete love of her. Undoubtedly it was a huge stress though. God love her she would have been so upset to know what I was going through. She is now at peace. XLeonie

That's good news for your daughters.I'm thinking of having the test done as I have 2 daughters that I now worry about.I'm glad you are leaving work-you won't regret it.Although I'm flat chat with this new house,I'm enjoying the freedom and time with my husband.I believe that stress plays a part in getting cancer.Not just the usual stresses in life but prolonged stress over a period of time where you are suppressing your emotions.My first stresser was helpnig my mum nurse my dad at home as he slowly died of lung cancer.I didn't really grieve but held it together to organize a funeral and oversee my devastated mum.- 2yrs later got bc.Next stresser was breaking my ankle and having dr.dodgy do 2 wrong operations on it.This resulted in lots of pain and disability.Another dr and a 3rd operation sorted it out but it's far from normal.So after all that I got bc again.Like you Leonie, I am determined to enjoy life now and stay stress free. Tonya xx

Woo hoo yabadabadoo!!!!!!!! That is fantastic news Leonie - what a relief for you and your daughters!! I am also loving the desire for a reduced stressed lifestyle - I am all for that!! Hope that you are finding your way through the aches and pains also. So happy for you - getting those results. Have a great weekend. Love debsx

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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
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
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
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
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
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
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
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
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
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

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