My Journey with Early-Stage Breast Cancer at 50

I’m 50 and was diagnosed 8/16/24 with invasive mammary cancer er+ PR+, stage 1A early. I have extensive fibrocystic mastopathy and strongly encouraged to have mastectomy. As my oncologist said your breast tissue light up like a Christmas tree on imaging and it’s very risky. my mom is a 5 year survivor dx DCIS 2019 and opted for bilateral mastectomy and cancer free. I’ve opted for a mastectomy with reconstruction following will have hormone therapy- I’m perimenopause. I’m very fortunate and blessed with oncologist for having me screen every six months. The U/S picked up the mass that was not there 6 months prior on MRI. Blessings and positive vibes to everyone as we share our journeys. My surgery is 10/1/24