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Introduction

Chapter: 1 - Introduction

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Each of our lives is a story. We journey along a road of experiences and emotions, passing significant milestones along the way. When suddenly, the road beneath our feet takes a sharp turn, breaking from what was once certain.

Breast cancer causes this break. Perspective ruthlessly shifts; you and your loved ones see the road differently than before.

However, we see the road has not ended–it continues on through new hills and new valleys. We know that life has done this before, curiously forcing us into foreign places and down roads that seemed impassable. Yet somehow these challenges become fertile soil where seeds of strength, love, and resilience mature and grow strong.

Remember, this is a road that has been traversed by thousands of women, women with full lives and loved ones. Women whose dreams–whose lives–were threatened by breast cancer. Women who now share stories of endurance and hope.

Beyond the Shock® is first and foremost a resource for women who have been diagnosed with breast cancer. Secondly, it is for their loved ones to gain a better understanding of the disease and to feel a stronger sense of connection. Finally, it is for doctors to reinforce their instruction and advice.

This is the first of a series of videos, divided up into chapters and sub-chapters. These videos will provide information for you to process, share and use to your own benefit. You will learn about breast cancer: it’s types and stages, how it grows, how it is diagnosed, and how it is treated. More than anything else, Beyond the Shock® is a place to gain knowledge for today and receive hope for tomorrow.

Related Questions

  • Should you tell your 10 year old daughter if you've been diagnosed with stage 0 (DCIS) breast cancer?

    Asked by anonymous

    Learning About Breast Cancer
    almost 2 years ago 6 answers •
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    • anonymous
      Learning About Breast Cancer

      Yes, let her be a part of your journey. It will build your relationship and she will grow up understanding why early detection is so important.

      Comment
    • anonymous
      Learning About Breast Cancer

      Yes you should... my 10

      Comment

  • For those that don't have children or close siblings. Did you do the gene test, and why.

    Asked by anonymous

    Learning About Breast Cancer
    3 months ago 10 answers •
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    • anonymous
      Stage 2A Patient

      I do have sisters but I would have done it anyway to be fully informed to make the best decisions for my treatment plan

      Comment
    • anonymous
      Learning About Breast Cancer

      It's worth the test! I came back BRCA2 with DCIS. That gene test forced me to have a bilateral mastectomy with reconstruction and I'll get my ovaries out in a few months. I feel the test saved my life!

      Comment

  • How do you know if you have breast cancer?

    Asked by anonymous

    Learning About Breast Cancer
    almost 2 years ago 3 answers •
    • anonymous
      Learning About Breast Cancer

      Chelsea,

      There may be no signs at all. Some people say they've had pain or other things, but I didn't. I felt a lump in my breast and didn't think much of it. After a couple of weeks it was still there, so I decided to go see my doctor. The mammogram located it and a biospy confirmed it was...

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      Chelsea,

      There may be no signs at all. Some people say they've had pain or other things, but I didn't. I felt a lump in my breast and didn't think much of it. After a couple of weeks it was still there, so I decided to go see my doctor. The mammogram located it and a biospy confirmed it was cancer.

      Comment
    • anonymous
      Learning About Breast Cancer

      Ihave lumps everywhere but it's just tissue

      Comment

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