My Cancer Story Written by: Kelly Morin
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i my name is Kelly I was diagnosed with breast cancer on April 26th, 2018. I am passionate about sharing my story as there is little to no awareness about Pregnancy Associated Breast Cancer. 1 in 3,000 Moms are diagnosed every year but yet there is little to no awareness. Please read my story and spread awareness At the time my son was only 8 months old and my daughter 2 1/2 years old. I was working per diem 2nd shift as a nurse and a stay at home Mom during the day. I was healthy, happy and overall feeling great! I had just stopped breastfeeding my son when I noticed a few small lumps on my right breast. I figured I would give it a little time. 1 1/2 months went by and they were still there. I made an appointment with my PCP as I was starting to become concerned. My PCP said “it is most likely a cyst or build up of milk but let’s get an ultrasound to be sure”. I had an ultrasound that looked suspicious and a few days later had a biopsy done.
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I received "the call" on Monday, April 16th mid-morning. The Doctor said "I am so sorry Kelly but your biopsy came back positive for breast cancer". I responded "oh my god" and my heart started pounding out of my chest. He started talking about the type of cancer and upcoming imaging, so I took a pen and paper out to write notes. I started crying and he said "Kelly you won't remember most of this conversation, call me back a little later". I remember hanging up the phone and sobbing uncontrollably. No one is ever prepared to hear those words. My husband came home first and he held me tight. Shortly after my Mom, Dad and Mother-in-law. Hours went by and I was numb. So numb. Days went by and things started happening quickly. Ultrasounds, MRI, Mammogram, Lymph node biopsy, and meetings. Once all imaging was complete I had a meeting with my breast surgeon on Thursday, April 26th to discuss treatment.
