Double Mastectomy

MAKING THE RIGHT DECISION FOR YOU!!

 

My family history goes back many years, my mum was only 31 when she first had breast cancer, then at 41 she went for a routine mamogram only to be told that the cancer had returned and it was very agressive. Then only 4 years ago my mum was hit with the devastating news again the cancer had returned. I have grew up with the C word in my life so when i was asked if i wanted the genetic testing I jumped at the chance. I had the genetic testing when I was only 23 years old, then 6 weeks later I returned to the genetic center to find out I had the BRACA 1 genetic disorder.

This picture was taken at the pink ball 2011, it was only 2 weeks after my operation.

Standing next to me is my very brave mum Julie, then my lovely nan and my little sister.

I had my double mastectomy on the 14th September 2011. When I woke up my loving fiancee was standing over me kissed my forehead and he said I was a brave girl, I never knew I was until that moment. It was the most scariest thing I have ever had to go through but now 2 months on I am fit and well and on the road to recovory.