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By Angela Porter

Eleven years ago I went in search of my birth mother, who I subsequently found out died at 33 from breast cancer. I learned my biological aunt and grandmother both had breast cancer as well. Due to this family history, I’ve been getting mammograms since I was 23. At my regular mammogram and ultrasound in November 2007, a very small abnormality showed up; it’s not even palpable. I’m going back for another mammo and ultrasound soon, where they’ll measure it for growth. I’m remaining cautiously optimistic.

“I’m going back for another mammo and ultrasound soon, where they’ll measure [this lump] for growth. I’m remaining cautiously optimistic.”

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  • Posted by Kate (site host) on May 2nd, 2008 #

    Reading these personal stories can bring up questions and certain feelings. Would you like to share what’s on your mind? ...

    Reading these personal stories can bring up questions and certain feelings. Would you like to share what’s on your mind? Leave your comments here and be part the conversation.

  • Posted by linda anderson (abbotsford) on June 3rd, 2008 #

    I was getting routine eye exam and decided to get a mammogram as the office was right next door. This ...

    I was getting routine eye exam and decided to get a mammogram as the office was right next door. This was the summer of 2006.

    A lump was found the size of a pencil eraser. Stage 1 cancer.

    I had no symptoms. No change of color, nothing. A lumpectomy was done and radiation followed, and several other procedures to try to keep me safe. I have made a lot of lifestyle changes which includes trying to be positive.

    It has been 2 years. I seem to be ok so far.

  • Posted by Kate (site host) on June 3rd, 2008 #

    Linda, thank you so much for sharing your story. Isn't it amazing how a handy decision like going next door ...

    Linda, thank you so much for sharing your story. Isn’t it amazing how a handy decision like going next door for a screening could make such a difference in your life. Just think how many lives you may have changed by telling your story.

    Kate

  • Posted by barb shemilt (mission b.c.) on December 3rd, 2008 #

    Just reading these stories has definately made me decide to go for a mammogram. And I will keep up to ...

    Just reading these stories has definately made me decide to go for a mammogram. And I will keep up to par with it.

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