According to Breastcancer.org, "Ductal Carcinoma In Situ is the most common type of non-invasive breast cancer. Ductal means that the cancer starts inside the milk ducts, carcinoma refers to any cancer that begins in the skin or other tissues (including breast tissue) that cover or line the internal organs, and in situ means "in its original place."
Although the effects of DCIS aren't considered to be life-threatening, this disease definitely changed the life of one woman forever...
Fifty-seven year old, Debra Shorall (a false name given for the sake of privacy) was diagnosed with Ductal Carcinoma In Situ (DCIS) on July 18, 2006. “Honestly, I was shocked,” Mrs. Shorall stated. “I had been receiving mammograms regularly and nothing ever came up! The day that my doctor gave me the news, I literally hit the floor. All I kept thinking was, ‘How did this happen to me?’”
Like Mrs. Shorall, many women believe that they are invincible to the diagnosis of breast cancer, but it can happen to anyone. The American Cancer Society has reported that about 60,000 cases of DCIS are diagnosed in the United States each year, accounting for about 1 out of every 5 new breast cancer cases. When you have had DCIS, you are at higher risk for the cancer coming back or for developing a new breast cancer than a person who has never had breast cancer before.
Happily to say, as of May 30, 2009, Debra Shorall is a cancer-free patient and is an avid philanthropist and contributor of the American Cancer Society. “I encourage all women to get annual mammograms and I encourage those who are dealing with breast cancer to remain strong. You are not in this fight alone and I am here for you.”
For more information about breast cancer awareness, visit www.breastcancer.org.
By Natalia Rawls
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After reading this post, I have realized how important it is for us as women to take care of our bodies by visiting the doctor on a regular basis and taking necessary tests. As a young adult, I want to start now so I will be well aware of what is going on my body. If all women begin at an early age, there will be less "surprises" from the doctor. To all those women who have fought the fight, my hat is off to you!
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ReplyDeleteI truly agree with you that we as women must take care of our bodies and visit the doctor regularly.
Help us reach out to other young women so that they can start taking care of their bodies too!