Before My Mastectomy
"I do not feel any less of a woman. I feel empowered that I made a strong choice that is no way diminishes my femininity."-Angelina Jolie
Receiving the News
My surgeon stated that I would have to get a mastectomy on my left breast. I was not a candidate for a lumpectomy because of my breast size.
Family Advice and Considerations
My sister was telling me that since I was removing my left breast, I should remove my right breast as well. Removing my breast was very uneasy for me. I honestly did not want to remove either of my breasts at all, but I had to.
Hearing Other Stories
My older brother called me and shared stories of people who had chosen to remove both breasts, even though the cancer was in only one. The thought of removing both breasts was honestly a difficult decision for me.
Imagining Life After Surgery
I found myself imagining what life would be like without breasts, knowing that I did not want to get breast implants. The idea of this major change weighed heavily on me.
Making the Decision
I prayed about it for a while and ultimately decided to get a double mastectomy.
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