Survivor022010's Journey with Mucinous (or Colloid) Carcinoma

My "Oh No" was when my husband brought it to my attention during a self/partner exam. I was paralyzed with fear.

I decided to have a lumpectomy/chemo/possible radiation treatment plan.

I had to be careful with the use of my right arm while I was healing.

I prepared for my cells to die within 24 hours of receiving treatment.

I became tired, food taste changed within 48 hours, loss of appetite. Little white spots began to appear on the inside of my mouth near the back. My husband shaved my hair after round 1 of chemo (4 rounds). I did not want to experience my hair falling out. I wanted some control of the disease, so I had my hair shaved off.

Radiation lasted six weeks for me. My side effect was a tan square on my right breast. My breast became dry during the course of radiation, so I kept it lubricated.

OMG!! I give Thanks to Jesus Christ, my Heavenly Father, for bringing me through this journey via my faith and having the support of my husband and son. I am grateful that my mother shared my journey with me as I shared her journey of dementia. She stayed with me, making sure I was going to be healed. She made her transition when I told her I was going to be all right, the Lord has healed me. I was moved to go see her on day she passed away (we always were connected in a strong, powerful way). We prayed, sang praise songs, had a meeting of the mind, a parting of ways, a positive see you later Mom. It was the most wonderful, powerful experience! I was so grateful she shared my journey as I shared her journey!