How Breast Cancer Changes Your Life: Emotional, Physical, Social

[@jeangresty3831]

One year ago, my annual mammogram put me on the path of a breast cancer diagnosis with subsequent treatment for all of 2024. I am now going for my first mammogram post BCS Surgeries (right and left) on Monday. I’m petrified of recurrence - this video reminded me that I’m being “normal” in my reaction. Thank you so much for your kind, thoughtful advice.

[@BarbaraRilling]

I am in my 20th year of fighting Breast Cancer now stage 4! I am tired but will continue to fight with new Meds. and hope for more time with family!

[@ASH-T786]

🙏praying for you

[@roselucht4583]

I am a retired nurse. A year ago I received info that I had cancer. Many tests, scans etc & I found I had Invasive lobular carcinoma, and biopsies showed I also had stage 4 B cell Non Hodgkin’s Lymphoma in my abdomen and bone marrow. I had a double mastectomy in June, I started three months of chemo in August, now I’m almost finished with 30 sessions of radiation. I am seeing the light at the end of the tunnel! I am thankful and grateful for all the help to take back my life. My next step is exchanging my tissue expanders with silicone implants. I’m thankful for my Surgeons and Oncologist, and Radiologist Oncologist. I’m thankful we have good insurance still. I’ve even started painting again , painting cards brings me joy

[@RoseGarden86]

Thank you for sharing your Hope you are on your way to recovery.My sister also had ILC. Was Non Hodgkin's lymphoma related to ILC ? How can 2 cancers happen at the same time?

[@AdventuresinChaos]

I really appreciate the wording "someone who lived through..." I am struggling with the idea of after treatment being called a "survivor" "warrior" and "fighter" I struggle with the concept that I did something above following my treatment plan that lead to my survival... when I know personally so many that they lose their lives to cancer. I'm not any stronger or different than them. I just got a different outcome. The wording "I live through my her2+ breast cancer" feels more respectful. Thank you for helping me find those words to use. I look forward to being able to use them next year after active treatment.

[@dianeabell5782]

I am 74 yo, have/had a 9mm tumor, Stage 1, Grade 1, EP+, HER2-. I had a lumpectomy and radiation, and will start my first letrozole tablet today. The strategy that has worked so well for me is keeping a breast cancer journal. Usually, I’m writing about my BC, my treatments, my frustrations, but also just sometimes day to day stuff. My handwriting is lousy, but no one has to read it but me. That journal has become near and dear to my heart. It really helps me articulate stuff, put into word what are otherwise overwhelming emotions at times.

[@louisereinhart1149]

I journaled all through cancer treatment. It’s such an amazing help. I hope others will consider journaling.

[@dmp4211]

Page I,chapter 1.I was diagnosed with breast cancer January 2023.My world turn upside down.I was put on antidepressant as I go through mammogram,biopsy, ultra sound,MRI, bone scan etc.Final chapter,I am now on anastrozole and taking it one day at a time.I am off antidepressant and life could not be better I have learned not to take things for granted, value life and live one day at a time.I stay positive and try not to think about cancer recurrence. I had a good support team which make things easier. It's been a challenge very hard.Cancer Sucks.Chin up for those fighting the disease.Stay positive and do not stop praying.If I can do it you can too.

[@vivianmichaelson9760]

Thank you thank you for your videos. HR- HER2+ diagnosis October of 2022. 14 months of immunotherapy and left mastectomy March 2023. I just had my one year post treatment scans. Clear! PTL! 2 years ago, when I started this rollercoaster ride, I found your channel, YERBA. Every new term, treatment, side effect whatever it was, you had answers and clarifications for me. Cancer has affected EVERY part of my life! You were there for every step. Thank you!

[@naththomas9946]

Thank you, Dr Griggs, for promoting and supporting breast cancer (health).

[@chetnakalelkar6700]

So empathetic and caring video. Love your positive way of looking and helping with cancer survivors. Yes, I am already using some of the strategies mentioned and looking at whatever life holds ahead. Ticking my wishlists and being in the present in awareness

[@pbj91]

Thank you for this. I’m 3 years post diagnosis and felt so many of the things you so compassionately discussed. I definitely struggle with all the physical and emotional changes, but will try to start thinking of myself as a heroine. I know my story isn’t over. I just pray it doesn’t include cancer again. The PTSD is very real. I get terrible anxiety every time I have to go back to where I was treated for a check up. All the memories of the horrible things I went through come up. I’ve tried to flip the script in my mind and think about my cancer center as the place that saved me, but right now it still represents a place of pain and suffering. Maybe in time that will change.

[@laineedianawebb1050]

🙏🏿🙏🏿🙏🏿 best advice I could get as a breast cancer survivor awaiting a biopsy in a week’s time which will confirm whether my breast cancer has recurred or not. I was feeling SO alone ,until I sat and watched this video it brought me a sense of peace and calmness as I await my BIoPSY. Thank you

[@ASH-T786]

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[@billievice9154]

I just happen come upon this video, watching and it touched me so much. So much so because I'm feeling every step of this. 😊

[@highvibration950]

You are a breath of fresh air ❤ thank you for all the beautiful, encouraging and informative posts

[@lisat9802]

Thank you. Your videos are very helpful.

[@carolwilson2713]

I feel so fortunate to have had you and your wonderful videos with me along the 3 years of this journey. Thank you for addressing this aspect.

[@FloraPerkins-wf5pn]

THANK YOU ❤. SO WELL SAID

[@ewafuanglikhit6345]

Thank You Yerbba Team for all your videos🙏🙏🙏 This one came out in a very special moment for me. One year ago around this time I was done with chemo and getting ready for mastectomy .All because of TNBC . The knowledge , the way it is presented in your videos simply speaks to me so I’m really grateful as it has been guiding me through many aspects of living through breast cancer . Thank You !

[@lindachitarra6530]

Thank you. I am just starting on this bewildering new chapter and hardly know what to expect. Next week I meet my surgeon so I don't even have a treatment plan as yet. At least now I have an idea of the issues I may face and can feel better about how I may be feeling or reacting. Your kind and calm presentation was very soothing to me.

[@leilabuloguey1247]

Thank you for this video. Indeed, we're more than our diagnosis!

[@maryanngorman3533]

What a lovely and helpful video. Thank you. 🧡

[@PaulaSimoes67]

I thank you so much for addressing this issues. ❤

[@deschelbutler4859]

So true

[@samanthaesra4035]

Cancer and chemo has affected my work in a devastating manner. AS I'm self employed and a freelancer. I can only keep myself and my mum going for x11 months then I must work again. We have no social security here.

[@AlexMazerski]

What exactly is a Yerbba report? Is it AI generated? Can I share it with my care team? Is it available in all states?

[@LaLa1-24]

Thank you for this! I am almost finished with chemo . One more round to go , estrogen positive stage 2 breast cancer. Doctor says all cancer was removed but because my reoccurrence test score was 50 I should do chemo. I worry about the after because my score was high will chemo even really help my cancer not reoccure? Only time will tell 😢

[@AlexMazerski]

What's a reoccurence test score? Is it in a Yerbba report?