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When Breast Cancer Hits a Loved One

October 26, 2017 by Alisha 7 Comments

 

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October is the month when the world brings more awareness to breast cancer.  But for me, each month is a reminder of how breast cancer can affect those we love.  On March 1, 2013 my mom had a double mastectomy after a biopsy showed early signs of cancer.  Luckily my mom has her mammograms performed yearly and the cancer was caught so early that she did not need radiation or chemotherapy.

Breast cancer is the most common cancer among American women, except for skin cancers. About 1 in 8 (12%) women in the US will develop invasive breast cancer during their lifetime.

The American Cancer Society’s estimates for breast cancer in the United States this year are:

  • About 231,840 new cases of invasive breast cancer will be diagnosed in women.
  • About 60,290 new cases of carcinoma in situ (CIS) will be diagnosed (CIS is non-invasive and is the earliest form of breast cancer).
  • About 39,620 women will die from breast cancer

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Heroes in Heels: After Breast Cancer Fashion Show

September 9, 2013 by Alisha 6 Comments

This past February, my mother was diagnosed with breast cancer.  Thankfully it was caught in the very early stages!  She opted to have a double mastectomy, even though the cancer was only found on the side they biopsied.  After her surgery, her surgeon also discovered cancer on her right side.  Since her cancer was found so early, she did not have to receive radiation or chemotherapy.

After Breast Cancer

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Breast Cancer Awareness Nail Art

March 4, 2013 by Alisha 20 Comments

Today’s mani is to show support for my awesome mom.  Back in March 2013 her mammogram came back looking a but peculiar.  Her doctor suggested she get a biopsy and the results came back for early stages of breast cancer.  My mother spoke with several doctors and decided to undergo a double mastectomy.  She had her surgery last week and is home recovering and doing well.  Her spirit is so positive and I’m just in awe of her strength.  Not just physically but mentally.  Hope you all enjoy today’s MANICure Monday Breast Cancer Awareness nail art.  And thank you all for your continued prayers and thoughts!

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Bippity Boppity Boobs

October 4, 2012 by Alisha 22 Comments

Greetings!  For some October only means the beginning of Fall.  For me it is also a time to bring more awareness about breast cancer.  When I was 17 years old, a small lump was found in my right breast.  Normally this wouldn’t be a big concern, but because of family history my doctor took it very seriously.  I have lost aunts on both sides of my family to breast cancer.  Luckily for me, the lump was removed and found to be benign.  Early detection is the best at trying to beat this disease.  At the beginning of each month I perform a self-breast checkup.  Even if you aren’t sure what to “feel” for, your doctor will most likely have a model of a breast and can help you understand what you should be looking for.

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Filed Under: Health & Fitness Tagged With: breast, breast cancer, breast cancer awareness, cancer

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