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I made a discovery today that may change my life.
There is a small lump underneath my left breast. I felt it today while I was conducting my self examination for the month.
I am the daughter of a Breast Cancer Survivor. I have lived with the awareness that at some point in my life this might happen.
Do I believe it is cancer? No. I will not lay claim to the disease.
I am going to be contacting my doctor on Monday. No matter what the lump is, medical attention is required. As soon as possible is the time frame that I am setting for an appointment.
Discovering the lump has not dampened my mood. I am concerned and certainly am hoping that it is not serious. But if it is, I will have to deal with that particular reality.
I have not shared my news with my mom. I want to wait until I have some factual information. She will be asking questions, providing support and love.
I just read an post in The Breast Cancer Chronicles about the need for mental wellness support to be provided for surviving Breast Cancer patients. I maintain that having that sense of support to draw from is just as important as the diagnosis and cure.
So until Monday, I plan to continue to enjoy my weekend.
I hope that you conduct a monthly self-examination. It could be the very act that saves your life.