Diagnostic du cancer du sein

I am Anafe Gutierrez, a 48 years old Cancer du sein survivor. In 2007, I found out that I had a lump on my left breast, but I never told it to anyone, even my family, for ten years. In 2018, I started having excruciating back pain, and even painkillers could not relieve me of the problem. And when I told my family about it, we went to the doctor immediately. So, I decided to consult my family doctor, who examined me thoroughly. After the Breast Cancer screening tests, we finally discovered that I had stage 4 Breast Cancer and bone and lung metastasis. My family and I were all shocked after my doctor informed us of the scary disease. But even though my family cried a lot after listening to the news, I mustered up my courage to be strong enough. I bolstered myself to be emotionally balanced because I knew that I would have to fight this disease with all my strength. There was no way for me to break down at this moment! I was headed for a long journey ahead, and so I had to be mentally prepared.

Traitement du cancer du sein

Treatments always follow diagnosis, and soon after my Breast Cancer diagnosis, my stage 4 Traitement du cancer du sein began. I had to undergo a total of six cycles of chemotherapy. The processes were then followed by twenty-one days of Radiothérapie. Although I did have a hair fall, which is one of the side effects of Chemotherapy for breast cancer, I did not have any other side effects from the treatments. I believe that it is because I have a robust immune system. In my case, going under the knife was not a necessity, and I thank God for not letting me go through the pain of Breast Cancer removal Surgery. I understand how painful that can be, and I am utterly grateful to God for helping me always. Currently, I am undergoing maintenance therapy that requires me to take oral Chemotherapy drugs for Breast Cancer.

The various cancer treatments like Chimiothérapie and Radiation therapy manage to take a toll on the patient's body. So, I try to stay indoors as much as possible. I only step out whenever it is mandatory. For example, I need to visit the hospitals and pathological laboratories to get my Blood Tests for Breast Cancer done once every two weeks. I also have my CT scans scheduled once in three months. Every six months, I need to have my bone scans done. I also need to visit my doctors at least once a month for the monthly check-ups. These are the activities that require me to step out mandatorily.

I am blessed with family, friends, and doctors who have never failed to provide me with robust support. My Breast Cancer doctor advised me to live my life like a normal human being and enjoy it to the fullest. Every time I visit my doctor, he makes me happy, and I firmly believe that I recovered with ease due to his efforts. The journey of defeating Breast Cancer also takes a toll on your mental health. Strong support from your doctors and near and dear ones is what keeps you going. But I also firmly believe that one must keep on trying as it is the only way to get through this painful hardship.

J'ai eu une forte foi en Dieu depuis que je suis un petit enfant. Je crois que c'est Dieu qui reste résolument avec nous même dans les moments les plus difficiles de notre vie. Dieu prend soin de vous chaque fois qu'il y a un besoin. Je n'ai jamais manqué d'offrir mes prières au Tout-Puissant, et je pense que cela m'a fait grandir plus substantiellement qu'avant et m'a aidée tout au long de mon traitement contre le cancer du sein.

Ma vie après le cancer

The journey of battling 4th stage Breast Cancer has the potential to completely change your life forever and the way you perceive your thoughts. I think that, after fighting breast cancer, life will never be the same again. It will have its pros and cons. You will have a very different approach to life. On the one hand, life after cancer will seem to be more beautiful than before. You will have to make sure that you take extra care of your mind, body, and soul.

La vie était très différente avant mon diagnostic de cancer du sein. Auparavant, j'avais la liberté de sortir et de profiter de tout sans trop de soucis. Mais je ne peux plus le faire librement. Mon parcours avec le cancer m'a rendu plus sensible, et je dois donc prendre les précautions nécessaires chaque fois que je sors ou que je fais quoi que ce soit. Je dois toujours faire très attention à moi-même afin que mon cancer du sein n'ait pas la chance de rechuter, car les risques de récidive du cancer du sein sont courants. Surtout au milieu de la pandémie de COVID-19, une patiente atteinte d'un cancer du sein ou une survivante doit prendre des précautions supplémentaires car c'est maintenant crucial.

Sadly, some of my close friends left my side after my Breast Cancer diagnosis. But then, I happened to come in contact with many cancer patients during my cancer journey. They have now become my new friends, and as all my friends do, we now tirelessly support each other. We also openly share our feelings.

This experience of the battle against Breast Cancer taught me a few lessons too. It taught me to have faith in God. It has made my thoughts more positive. I now believe that if you have a positive mind with complementary views, then nothing can ever go wrong. Your positivity will make sure that everything is alright.

Quelques leçons que j'ai apprises

It was by God's grace that I found the right doctor. My doctor was a constant source of support for me. He always cleared my doubts by explaining everything to me very clearly. I believe that you must keep on fighting, and God will take care of the rest.

I feel that the presence of gratitude in your life is of the utmost importance as well. It can change the way you look at things and make you more positive. So, I am grateful to God, my family, friends, doctors, nurses, and all the people around me who have showered me with their constant love and support throughout my Breast Cancer journey. I am incredibly grateful to them for all their efforts to help me remain happy.

Message d'adieu

Ayez toujours foi en le Tout-Puissant et continuez à vous battre car il y a, c'est certain, une vie après le cancer du sein. Le voyage du cancer ne met pas fin à votre vie ou à votre bonheur. Rappelez-vous que le cancer n'est pas la fin de votre histoire. Au lieu de cela, c'est le début d'un nouveau vous. N'oubliez pas de vivre votre vie. Profiter de la vie et se sentir heureux est ce qui vous empêche de vous sentir malade. Alors, profitez au maximum de la vie.

It is crucial to remember that negative thoughts are evil for your health. So, always think positively. Keep yourself happy and believe in yourself and the doctors who are tirelessly trying to help you defeat Breast Cancer.

Si j'ai vaincu le cancer, alors vous le pouvez aussi, car nous sommes plus forts que le cancer !