Overwhelmed, BRCA2 gene mutation

Hi again NE.  Glad you are feeling better.  This really is a roller coaster ride isn't it?   When I discovered my BRACA2 status I remember the genetic counsellor telling me I was remarkably calm.  I think this is because with or without BRACA2 I had breast cancer, that fact remained unchanged.  Finding out that I had the BRACA2 mutation in a way made it easier for me as it gave some sort of answer to all the why questions which most breast cancer suffers never get.  It was good to know my BRACA2 status before surgery but this was only because I started my treatment regime with chemo -  which actually isn't the best sign - starting with chemo is typically for those with bigger tumors or considerable lymph node involvement - I fit the later category.  I had wanted to have a double mastectomy straight up but my surgeon declined.  When I had my initial surgery (mastectomy and expander on cancer affected side) I had just completed chemo and was still considered to be in a compromised state health wise due to cancer still in my system and the impact of chemo, and therefore vulnerable to infection and poor healing after surgery.  Hence the surgeon insisted we would complete treating the cancer I had before starting preventative steps.  I was also prescribed Zoladex but now that I have no ovaries to shut down it is one less drug that I need - the up side of having yet another body part removed! (sorry if this is in poor taste - my humor tends toward the dark especially since cancer entered my life).  The oncology gynocologist who removed my fallobian tubes and ovaries said in a way those of us with confirmed genetic breast cancers are in a more fortunate position than those with a visible family history but with negative genetic testing outcomes -  the dilemma remains for them as to whether to consider preventative treatment where as for us the decision is pretty much made. Love to stay in touch, keep well : )