Katie’s Breast Cancer Journey
Have You Squeezed Your Boobs Lately?
My life was forever changed on March 4th, 2022, when I got the phone call that I was diagnosed with Stage 0 Ductal Carcinoma in Situ (DCIS). In case you don’t know, because I didn’t, that means Breast Cancer. It was NON-invasive and apparently, if you ever get breast cancer, it’s the one you want. I thought this was just a bump in the road, something easily taken care of and I could continue to go about my life. In fact, I had finally gotten back into the workforce 4 days prior to this call. Now this? My only thought was, let’s just deal with it and move on. Probably a lumpectomy at an outpatient office and and I’ll have a glass of wine when I get home. But that’s just not how it happened. Not. At. All. March 4th was only the beginning of the shit-show now only I was in, but my husband, my two boys, my family. After many ugly cries, and laughs, because laughing really does help, I decided I needed to be vocal.
I’m fortunate enough to be able to share my story on Chicago’s 97.1FM The Drive radio station, because my husband is the co-host of the morning show. If I could get just one person to schedule their mammogram, check themselves, and catch breast cancer early, it’s a win in my book. I am so grateful that I had that ability.
I’m not shy to share the dirty parts of my journey, because there are some. Some that I haven’t even experienced yet. I’m not afraid to make a joke, because I’ve got a few. They’ll probably come out in my individual posts. Then I thought, what if I forget some of these details? As I talked to more and more women that had already gone through what I was about to go through (it’s sad how many people this has affected), and asked them questions, some forgot some of the small details. For myself, for others, I don’t want to forget the details. So here I am, with tubes and drains coming out of me as I start to chronicle my journey. Starting from the beginning. Bare with me.
First, let’s admit one thing, you can’t say BOOBIES without smiling. It’s just a great word and I still smile saying, BOOBIES. Even though they tried to kill me.
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Hello Kate my name is Jerry. My wife and I went through the breast issue way back in the 90’s fir her 35th birthday. Fortunately, she only had to go through chemo and radiation. I’ve been listing to Brian and Steve on the air and must commend you on your courage to share your experiences with all the listeners More then once y’all brought tears to my eyes. I believe you had mentions some sort of food regiment you were using to help in your recovery between chemo treatment. A very dear friend of mine, wife is recovering from lung cancer, chemo and radiation and is having a hard time gaining strength. I would greatly appreciate and information you have available. I continue to respect your courage and for sharing with so many people who may not have some one to talk to.
Jerry –