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#breasthealthawareness
I've been debating whether to share this on here for a while but I finally decided to do so.
My aim is to RAISE AWARENESS, particularly among women, and emphasize the significance of regular BREAST self-checks, REGARDLESS of shape, size, or AGE.
Back in July 2022, I was giving myself a breast exam because my period tracker told me to do so- which is something I always brush away and never do. However, this time I decided to do it and felt something suspicious. I allowed some time to pass, hoping it might fade away on its own. A month went by, and yet I still felt a ‘lump’ in my breast. Without hesitation, I scheduled an appointment with my doctor for a thorough assessment.
After undergoing an ultrasound, the doctor reassured me that there was no cause for immediate concern. The doctor suggested that time might resolve the situation. A follow-up a year later was advised.
A year had passed and it felt as if this ‘lump’ had grown.
Fast forward to this July 2023. Another ultrasound revealed that I had TWO TUMORS growing at a relatively fast rate (I was unaware about the 2nd lump). Considering my family history with breast cancer- losing my grandmother- the best option for me was to get it surgically removed ASAP.
On 1st August, I underwent lump excision surgery, with the looming possibility of these tumors being cancerous. At 20 years old, I could never have imagined something like this happening to me. These past few weeks have been a rollercoaster of emotions – from the surgery to the uncertainty of the nature of the tumors and the possibility of lasting scars, it's all been a lot to process.
But on August 4th, I got the news I was hoping for: both tumors were benign. Moving forward, I've been advised to have regular check-ups every 6 months, just to be cautious.
At the moment, I'm recovering really quickly and focusing on my mental health. 🤍
This was very hard to share, but here’s the thing: Check your breast regularly ladies and if something feels off, have it checked out immediately!
Good Health is a blessing 🤍
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