I IGNORED The SIGNS! - LaShae | Breast Cancer | The Patient Story

Diagnosed while pursuing a PhD in cancer prevention research, LaShae's story began with the discovery of a small lump. Despite initial reassurances, her persistence led to an unexpected cancer diagnosis.
In this cancer vlog, LaShae candidly discusses her experiences, from the shock of diagnosis to undergoing chemotherapy while continuing her passion for powerlifting. She emphasizes the importance of self-advocacy and staying vigilant about one’s health.
Thank you, LaShae, for sharing your story to help others.
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Chapters:
0:00 Meet LaShae
0:39 I found a lump but ignored it
3:07 My wellness visit saved my life
4:35 I was told I was too young for a mammogram
6:43 What the doctors found shocked them
9:57 There were calcifications all over my breasts
11:36 My breast cancer diagnosis
13:05 My breast cancer treatment options
15:09 My mastectomy and chemotherapy experience
16:54 You don't have to be scared of chemo
20:28 This cancer experience will help me be a better researcher
22:57 How I coped with cancer
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I IGNORED The SIGNS! - LaShae | Breast Cancer | The Patient Story
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[@davinawonderling9361]

Having gone through it directly, you will be that much more qualified for your career you're pursuing, LaShae ❤

[@amymerber]

What an extraordinary person you are! I’m so glad you had the interior strength to stand up for yourself and ask for that initial breast exam. And the fact that you lifted

[@doriasalmon4790]

So proud of you. Keep up the research and the wonderful positive energy, we need more folks like you to help and contribute

[@kittyfarkas]

I am glad you are getting treatment for this. I had a hard lump in one breast since Jan. Last 6 months. Had mammograms, ultra sound and eventually breast biopsy. In May I had pet scan and bone marrow biopsy. It turns out it's my original cancer of lymphoma. It's still cancer, but not breast cancer. The lump hurt for months. A few weeks ago I had a cortisone shot in my leg for bursitis. It helped my leg a little .. but surprise , my lump is almost gone as a side effect. I panicked as you did and I'm much older. Praying for your full recovery 🙏

[@bettysmith4527]

WTH, someone answering the phone with zero medical training is over riding a physician order?! How is that allowed!!!! I am glad she got testing done and they found it, despite the arrogant person on the phone!

[@Ceerads]

Thank you for this video. It’s great that you were proactive. I’m a breast cancer survivor (25 years since dx). I hope you have as easy as possible a treatment protocol and good health from now on. And I wish you great success in your much-needed profession.

[@irmawoods715]

Thank you for sharing your story. Extremely important information. I wish you the best healing and no more cancer in the future. Blessings🙏🏾

[@user-ov7kj6ic1r]

LaShae, You are a lovely, strong and articulate young lady who will go on to do great things. Your unique insignts will help so many other people. This video is already doing that. Well done.

[@blabla22222]

Thanks for sharing your story ❤

[@stellacontreras7740]

Wow ! Praying for a full recovery keep up your good work . My mother and all my sisters have died of cancer. and one sister is fighting cancer and she had lung cancer. Found it in stage 1 . I have no cancer but I'm scared but I know God made every fiber of my being . Trust everyday on my Lord 🙏. Stand strong you are a fighter your strength to help others show. Amen.

[@soniagilcott5753]

You are an inspiration to many LaShae - keep being POSITIVE!!!!!!!!🌻🌻🌻🌻

[@19th-Nervous-Breakdown]

Thank you so much for sharing your cancer journey. I'm sure you helped many other women. I'm a 32 year survivor of a rare form of breast cancer and it feels so good to be considered cured. My best wishes to you for a long and healthy life. ❤

[@EaglesDontQuack]

Thank you for sharing your story! You matter and your voice matters!

[@SSr1030]

God Bless you keep going💪🏼❤

[@ruthsebastian4760]

Praying for your complete healing and restoration 😘🤗🙏

[@AyakoTachi]

wow she seems like an incredibly strong person outside of having a cancer diagnosis

[@strongaftercancer]

thank you!🙏🏽

[@brooks6348]

Best wishes for continued good health! Thanks for sharing!

[@candacepeludat5053]

God bless you beautiful lady, thank you so much for sharing. Prayers for you.🎉

[@splash6427]

🙏 ❤️ 🙏 For You Always & Forever

[@catherinealexandrian9927]

Awesome courageous person

[@bww1267]

The person answering the phone, who has no medical training, should NEVER be trying to talk someone out of a medical test that has been ordered by a doc! What the heck?

[@KJ-lb4tj]

It may have been a nurse

[@strongaftercancer]

I am not sure who it was, but I am glad I went with my gut and did it anyway!

[@JaneBarlow]

Also, what did you do to prevent neuropathy? Ty

[@strongaftercancer]

ice compression gloves for my feet and hands.

[@JaneBarlow]

Please tell me what is scalp cooling?

[@strongaftercancer]

it’s vasoconstriction blood vessels that transport blood to the hair follicles using a cold cap to reduce the amount of chemo that enters the hair follicle.