Its name is Justin....

  • The demise of Justin commences

    FormerMember
    FormerMember

    I didnt really explain why 'Justin'. 'It' - the tumor, had to be given an identity - i had to make it real and easier to talk about - i can talk about Justin in public, using the C word makes peoples toes curl, the mood changes the sympathy pours and i dont want sympathy - i want to be treated like me, i understand that i will need help, but practical help, i dont want my friends and family being sad because this makes…

  • Introducing Justin

    FormerMember
    FormerMember

    Justin is my lump he is only 21mm when last measured but his impact in my life is immense. How can something so small be so big?

    Justin is an invasive ductal brest cancer (grade 3) and is HER2 positive he made his appearance one evening under my right arm, its one of those moments where denial kicks in and you are sure if wont be there in the morning....  

    But it is and the odds are its a cyst, but somehow…