ಸ್ತನ ಕ್ಯಾನ್ಸರ್ ರೋಗನಿರ್ಣಯ

I am Anafe Gutierrez, a 48 years old ಸ್ತನ ಕ್ಯಾನ್ಸರ್ 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.

ಸ್ತನ ಕ್ಯಾನ್ಸರ್ ಚಿಕಿತ್ಸೆ

Treatments always follow diagnosis, and soon after my Breast Cancer diagnosis, my stage 4 ಸ್ತನ ಕ್ಯಾನ್ಸರ್ ಚಿಕಿತ್ಸೆ began. I had to undergo a total of six cycles of chemotherapy. The processes were then followed by twenty-one days of ವಿಕಿರಣ ಚಿಕಿತ್ಸೆ. 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 ಕೆಮೊಥೆರಪಿ 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.

ನನಗೆ ಚಿಕ್ಕಂದಿನಿಂದಲೂ ದೇವರ ಮೇಲೆ ಬಲವಾದ ನಂಬಿಕೆ ಇತ್ತು. ನಮ್ಮ ಜೀವನದ ಅತ್ಯಂತ ಸವಾಲಿನ ಕ್ಷಣಗಳಲ್ಲಿಯೂ ನಮ್ಮೊಂದಿಗೆ ದೃಢವಾಗಿ ಉಳಿಯುವುದು ದೇವರು ಎಂದು ನಾನು ನಂಬುತ್ತೇನೆ. ಅಗತ್ಯವಿದ್ದಾಗ ದೇವರು ನಿಮ್ಮನ್ನು ನೋಡಿಕೊಳ್ಳುತ್ತಾನೆ. ನಾನು ಸರ್ವಶಕ್ತನಿಗೆ ನನ್ನ ಪ್ರಾರ್ಥನೆಗಳನ್ನು ಸಲ್ಲಿಸಲು ಎಂದಿಗೂ ವಿಫಲವಾಗಿಲ್ಲ, ಮತ್ತು ಅದು ನನ್ನನ್ನು ಮೊದಲಿಗಿಂತ ಹೆಚ್ಚು ಗಣನೀಯವಾಗಿ ಬೆಳೆಯುವಂತೆ ಮಾಡಿದೆ ಮತ್ತು ನನ್ನ ಸ್ತನ ಕ್ಯಾನ್ಸರ್ ಚಿಕಿತ್ಸೆಯ ಉದ್ದಕ್ಕೂ ನನಗೆ ಸಹಾಯ ಮಾಡಿದೆ ಎಂದು ನಾನು ಭಾವಿಸುತ್ತೇನೆ.

ಕ್ಯಾನ್ಸರ್ ನಂತರದ ನನ್ನ ಜೀವನ

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.

ನನ್ನ ಸ್ತನ ಕ್ಯಾನ್ಸರ್ ರೋಗನಿರ್ಣಯದ ಮೊದಲು ಜೀವನವು ತುಂಬಾ ವಿಭಿನ್ನವಾಗಿತ್ತು. ಮೊದಮೊದಲು ಹೆಚ್ಚು ಚಿಂತೆಯಿಲ್ಲದೆ ಎಲ್ಲವನ್ನೂ ಆಸ್ವಾದಿಸುವ ಸ್ವಾತಂತ್ರ್ಯ ನನಗಿತ್ತು. ಆದರೆ ನಾನು ಇನ್ನು ಮುಂದೆ ಹಾಗೆ ಮಾಡಲು ಸಾಧ್ಯವಿಲ್ಲ. ನನ್ನ ಕ್ಯಾನ್ಸರ್ ಪ್ರಯಾಣವು ನನ್ನನ್ನು ಹೆಚ್ಚು ಸಂವೇದನಾಶೀಲರನ್ನಾಗಿಸಿದೆ, ಹಾಗಾಗಿ ನಾನು ಹೊರಗೆ ಹೋದಾಗ ಅಥವಾ ಏನನ್ನಾದರೂ ಮಾಡುವಾಗ ಸರಿಯಾದ ಮುನ್ನೆಚ್ಚರಿಕೆಗಳನ್ನು ತೆಗೆದುಕೊಳ್ಳಬೇಕಾಗಿದೆ. ಸ್ತನ ಕ್ಯಾನ್ಸರ್ ಮರುಕಳಿಸುವ ಸಾಧ್ಯತೆಗಳು ಸಾಮಾನ್ಯವಾಗಿರುವುದರಿಂದ ನನ್ನ ಸ್ತನ ಕ್ಯಾನ್ಸರ್ ಮರುಕಳಿಸುವ ಅವಕಾಶವನ್ನು ಪಡೆಯದಂತೆ ನಾನು ಯಾವಾಗಲೂ ನನ್ನ ಬಗ್ಗೆ ಹೆಚ್ಚಿನ ಕಾಳಜಿಯನ್ನು ತೆಗೆದುಕೊಳ್ಳಬೇಕಾಗುತ್ತದೆ. ವಿಶೇಷವಾಗಿ COVID-19 ಸಾಂಕ್ರಾಮಿಕದ ಮಧ್ಯೆ, ಸ್ತನ ಕ್ಯಾನ್ಸರ್ ರೋಗಿಯು ಅಥವಾ ಬದುಕುಳಿದವರು ಹೆಚ್ಚಿನ ಕಾಳಜಿಯನ್ನು ತೆಗೆದುಕೊಳ್ಳಬೇಕು ಏಕೆಂದರೆ ಅದು ಈಗ ನಿರ್ಣಾಯಕವಾಗಿದೆ.

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.

ನಾನು ಕಲಿತ ಕೆಲವು ಪಾಠಗಳು

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.

ವಿಭಜನೆಯ ಸಂದೇಶ

ಯಾವಾಗಲೂ ಸರ್ವಶಕ್ತನಲ್ಲಿ ನಂಬಿಕೆ ಇರಿಸಿ ಮತ್ತು ಹೋರಾಟವನ್ನು ಮುಂದುವರಿಸಿ ಏಕೆಂದರೆ ಸ್ತನ ಕ್ಯಾನ್ಸರ್ ನಂತರ ಖಂಡಿತವಾಗಿಯೂ ಜೀವನವಿದೆ. ಕ್ಯಾನ್ಸರ್ ಪ್ರಯಾಣವು ನಿಮ್ಮ ಜೀವನವನ್ನು ಅಥವಾ ಸಂತೋಷವನ್ನು ಕೊನೆಗೊಳಿಸುವುದಿಲ್ಲ. ಕ್ಯಾನ್ಸರ್ ನಿಮ್ಮ ಕಥೆಯ ಅಂತ್ಯವಲ್ಲ ಎಂದು ನೆನಪಿಡಿ. ಬದಲಾಗಿ, ಇದು ಹೊಸ ನಿಮ್ಮ ಪ್ರಾರಂಭವಾಗಿದೆ. ನಿಮ್ಮ ಜೀವನವನ್ನು ಜೀವಿಸಲು ಮರೆಯಬೇಡಿ. ಜೀವನವನ್ನು ಆನಂದಿಸುವುದು ಮತ್ತು ಸಂತೋಷವನ್ನು ಅನುಭವಿಸುವುದು ಅನಾರೋಗ್ಯದ ಭಾವನೆಯಿಂದ ನಿಮ್ಮನ್ನು ತಡೆಯುತ್ತದೆ. ಆದ್ದರಿಂದ, ಸಾಧ್ಯವಾದಷ್ಟು ಜೀವನವನ್ನು ಆನಂದಿಸಿ.

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.

ನಾನು ಕ್ಯಾನ್ಸರ್ ಅನ್ನು ಸೋಲಿಸಿದರೆ, ನೀವು ಕೂಡ ಮಾಡಬಹುದು, ಏಕೆಂದರೆ ನಾವು ಕ್ಯಾನ್ಸರ್ಗಿಂತ ಬಲಶಾಲಿಗಳು!