Introduction
Chapter: 1 - Introduction
Subchapter: 1 - Introduction
Each of our lives is a story. We journey along a road of experiences and emotions, passing significant milestones along the way. When suddenly, the road beneath our feet takes a sharp turn, breaking from what was once certain.
Breast cancer causes this break. Perspective ruthlessly shifts; you and your loved ones see the road differently than before.
However, we see the road has not ended–it continues on through new hills and new valleys. We know that life has done this before, curiously forcing us into foreign places and down roads that seemed impassable. Yet somehow these challenges become fertile soil where seeds of strength, love, and resilience mature and grow strong.
Remember, this is a road that has been traversed by thousands of women, women with full lives and loved ones. Women whose dreams–whose lives–were threatened by breast cancer. Women who now share stories of endurance and hope.
Beyond the Shock® is first and foremost a resource for women who have been diagnosed with breast cancer. Secondly, it is for their loved ones to gain a better understanding of the disease and to feel a stronger sense of connection. Finally, it is for doctors to reinforce their instruction and advice.
This is the first of a series of videos, divided up into chapters and sub-chapters. These videos will provide information for you to process, share and use to your own benefit. You will learn about breast cancer: it’s types and stages, how it grows, how it is diagnosed, and how it is treated. More than anything else, Beyond the Shock® is a place to gain knowledge for today and receive hope for tomorrow.
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Any bra suggestions with radiation side effects? I need support so genie bra isn't great (although not abrasive on skin)
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Survivor since 2011 -
what is low grade cancer
Asked by anonymous
Learning About Breast Cancer-
anonymous
Survivor since 2003
Tumor grade is based on how the tumor looks and how fast it grows. Low grade is slower growing. They use numbers... 1 is low grade, slow growing, 2 is a little faster and 3 is fast growing.
http://www.breastcancer.org/symptoms/diagnosis/cell_grade
Keep the questions coming. We are here for...
Comment 3Tumor grade is based on how the tumor looks and how fast it grows. Low grade is slower growing. They use numbers... 1 is low grade, slow growing, 2 is a little faster and 3 is fast growing.
http://www.breastcancer.org/symptoms/diagnosis/cell_grade
Keep the questions coming. We are here for you!
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anonymous
Stage 1 Patient
Good answers here. The earlier the cancer is found, the better. Prayers to you.
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My mother's breast cancer recurred and is now stage 4. We are both positive for the BRCA2 mutation. I also had breast cancer in 2010. Does my mother's cancer recurrence mean my cancer will come back, too? We were both stage 1 when we were diagnosed.
Asked by anonymous
Survivor since 2010- View all 4 answers
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anonymous
Learning About Breast Cancer
That is very unfortunate news and I am sorry to hear it. I don't think it means that your cancer will return but I think it might be an idea to talk to your doctor about the options to help reduce the chance of it reoccurring. It might be an idea to consider a bi lateral mastectomy if you...
Comment 1That is very unfortunate news and I am sorry to hear it. I don't think it means that your cancer will return but I think it might be an idea to talk to your doctor about the options to help reduce the chance of it reoccurring. It might be an idea to consider a bi lateral mastectomy if you haven't already. I have stage 2 IDC and don't have the gene but still chose to have a bilateral for my own peace of mind.
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anonymous
Learning About Breast Cancer
Mary, Sorry to hear of the reoccurrence. I never had the test for BRCA2 but I went through 5 years of watching and waiting. The mental roller coaster I was on was more stressful than deciding and having a bi lateral mastectomy. Making that decision literally and physically lifted a big weight off...
Comment 0Mary, Sorry to hear of the reoccurrence. I never had the test for BRCA2 but I went through 5 years of watching and waiting. The mental roller coaster I was on was more stressful than deciding and having a bi lateral mastectomy. Making that decision literally and physically lifted a big weight off of my shoulders. I had Stage I triple negative breast cancer which is a very aggressive type. Having the mastectomy was the best decision I ever made and I don't regret it at all. I'm sure you are younger than I was when diagnosed but who wants that hanging over your head. When you make the decision, and it has to be yours, you'll know it was the light one. Blessing and prayers for your family.
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Why do people get breast cancer?
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Learning About Breast Cancer-
anonymous
Family Member or Loved One
There are many different causes of breast cancer. There are some really good videos about this where you can learn more about it: http://beyondtheshock.com/learn/4/1#4/1.
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