I’m a few days late sharing this, but I’m so happy to report that my annual mammogram came back normal! From now on, I’ll only need to see my oncologist once a year, and I’ll continue getting my mammograms every December.
I also recently switched my hormone therapy from tamoxifen to an aromatase inhibitor plus lupron, which puts me into medically induced menopause by shutting down my ovaries. I’m still figuring out how I feel about this change. I’m paying close attention to any differences I notice, and if it ends up negatively affecting my quality of life, I’ll talk to my doctor about other options.
“Cancer has taught me so much. It’s given me strength, courage, bravery, and independence. But it’s also taken away a lot – friendships, comfort, and my naïve sense of immortality.
Over the last four years, I’ve used social media to support other young women facing similar diagnoses. Starting in January, I’ll be studying to change careers into this field so I can reach and help even more people. Honestly, I’m terrified. But I’m done letting fear hold me back from truly LIVING.
My dear friend Abi, who recently passed away, never let fear control how she lived. She embraced the idea of “challenge by choice,” and to honor her, I plan on doing the same.”