I Feel Numb…Telling My Parents I Have Cancer

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This is the story of my fight with Stage IV breast cancer. When I was 29 years old, the cancerous tumor in my breast was misdiagnosed as a cyst. My hope is that this blog will help other women to learn to ask for a mammogram or even a biopsy if they feel something suspicious in their breast, regardless of their age. You must be your own advocate!

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I Feel Numb…Telling My Parents I Have Cancer

I’m still torn as to whether I should tell my parents that I have cancer or not. Since they live out-of-town, I would be able to have my surgery without having to tell them. I just don’t want to put them through any pain. My mother tends to be very sensitive and emotional, so I know that she will not take this very well. My dad would be okay. He handles anything really well. I think I’ll call my brother and use him as a sounding board and gauge his reaction.

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