To further explain, all of my lymph nodes came back negative for cancer, but I did have 5 small tumors in my breast tissue that they removed. Five small tumors? What does that mean? That just means that I had cells in my breast tissue that had changed from their normal state and were in the process of changing when they ripped those babies out! I am not going to lie, this was terrifying to hear and naturally, I cried, but they're gone now! My doctor explained that this was just more proof that I had made the right decision in being proactive so early! I hope this gives you even more motivation to go get tested. I am 24 and had 5 small changing tumors... How old are you? Not too young to get tested, that's for sure.
Dr.Harmon made sure to emphasize to me that I now need to make sure I am getting the proper testing for my ovaries. I guess that means that will just get blood tests and ultra sounds on a regular basis to make sure I don't develop ovarian cancer, but I am not sure yet, so i'll let you know.
More great news: Jillian got her pathology report back and she is also cancer free, with no abnormalities! In honor of this, at dinner time tonight we will drink beers 'together', being hundreds of miles apart, and cheers to not having cancer! Feel free to join us!
Today is an extra exciting day because I got a donut from Krispy Kreme after my doctors appointment and I was able to put on a t-shirt. Why is putting on a t-shirt exciting?
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I have nothing against wearing my dads button down shirts, because they're big and comfy. But when the only thing you can put on is a giant button down and shorts when you go into public, it gets old... fast. I am also a huge lover of t-shirts, I wear them more probably more than I should, so it is nice to put one back on! You can also kind of see my lack of boobs here. haha
In honor of the fact that I have to miss the Dirty Heads concert, my song of the day is Your love- by the Dirty Heads.
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Why do I have to miss the dirty heads concert? It's because I can't chance going downtown Orlando and having someone bump into my chest... because it would be a sad day for that poor soul. Dirty heads, if you're reading this... I love you.
All of your continued love and support helps make each sore day, a little less of a pain! I can't say thank you enough! See everyone tomorrow :)
So very happy for you, Taylor! What an affirmation for a great choice!! Love the Jordan Tar Heals shirt, too!!
ReplyDeleteI can't imagine anyone judging or questioning your decision, but this certainly proves you did the right thing. I would imagine that you may have had little doubts as you went through this, but this certainly puts a stop to that as well.
ReplyDeleteCongrats and keep up the great work.