About Me

My name is Katherine Bown (maiden: Formosa) and on 23rd February ‘09, I was diagnosed with breast cancer. This is my story, my diary, which I hope will be support to those who are battling breast cancer or those waiting for their biposy results that are eager to find out more…

And to my friends and family, I thank you all for you continuous support and sometimes when I’m in hibernation and don’t feel like talking, this is a great way to keep you all up-to-date with my news.

For those who don't know me, I’m 33 years old, I live in Cardiff and I recently got married. I run a website, www.urbantraffic.co.uk and I also work part-time as a Communications Manager.

Monday, 16 March 2009

Let the Battle Commence...

Wel, I have some GREAT news! My tumor, the peanut sized one (!) was actually 19mm in size and a grade 3 type of cancer which means that its an agressive form of cancer...but obviously that's not the great news....

The great news is that the tumor is all out, and my lymph nodes are clear of cancer! So that means that I start chemotherapy once my wounds have healed and I can fight any last remaining bits of this frightening disease head on!

The relief is overwhelming, telling my family and friends was the most satisfying thing in the world as they've been on this rollercoaster of hell with me the whole way.

My Dr, who sent me straight off to get it checked out, is my angel. I've heard loads of horror stories about people not catching their tumor soon enough because their Dr has dismissed it, well my Dr is phenomenal, and she saved my life.

So let the battle commence, I'm ready for chemotherapy, I'm ready for radiotherapy, I'm ready for anything!

:-)
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  1. Neil Cocker17 March 2009 at 07:44

    Whoooooop!!!!!

    :-D

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  2. Huw17 March 2009 at 08:37

    I'm no expert, however many aggresive tumours respond well to chemotherapy. The biggest hurdle is catching it in time!

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  3. Terry17 March 2009 at 13:10

    Katherine...you are still my niece and I just wanted to tell you how much I still love you...I know a little bit about this illnes because my sister had the same about four years ago, had a masectomy and then the chemo therapy..Now she is 3 years all clear and had a booby op to match them again as well !!! Katherine, keep fighting the good fight hon and always have faith in Him...I've sent my guardian angel to look after you so I know you will be fine....I love you to bits Katherine and always have since you were 3 years old when I first met you...Uncle Terry xxx

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