Linda Barrett
When Linda was diagnosed with stage III breast cancer in 1996, she was
faced with an inevitable mastectomy and chemotherapy regimen. Due to
the advanced stage at which her cancer was detected, Linda was given
one week to digest the news of her illness and decide whether she would
follow her mastectomy with reconstructive surgery. While the cosmetic
aspect of breast cancer surgery often takes a backseat to the
life-saving effects that the procedure can yield, it is a very real,
serious, and life-altering aspect of women's lives. As Linda weighed
her options, she found great support in an aunt who had been faced with
the same decision. Talking with someone close to her who understood the
physical and emotional implications of a mastectomy was a great
comfort, and eventually led her to her decision to forego
reconstructive surgery. With the support of her family Linda was able
to maintain a positive mindset, and remained strong through both her
surgery and chemotherapy. After 10 cancer-free years, she continues to
emphasize that there is always hope, and that even the worst situations
can be overcome.
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