Triple negative breast cancer at 36, life with the BRCA1 gene

http://www.trusera.com/health/collections/breast-cancer
Meet Kim and Stephanie, 39-year-old fraternal twins. Diagnosed about three years ago, they are both survivors of triple-negative breast cancer and both have the BRCA1 gene. Only five percent of women have that gene, but those that do are much more likely to get breast cancer one day. The twist? They are adopted, and didn't know that their birth mother and grandmother both died of the same cancer as theirs. Fortunately, after double mastectomies and hysterectomies, Kim and Stephanie are doing great. They strongly advocate for easier access to family medical records for the adopted, and for early BRCA gene testing for those with a family history. Hear them share about dating, breast reconstruction, and why an annual mammogram isn't enough. Presented by Trusera, the online network where you can find and share real-world experiences with others who have been there. Come. Listen. Share.

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[HoustonYang]

I got triple negative breast cancer with the BRCA1 gene and I have never had an abortion and have never been pregnant. Assuming that abortion causes this is ridiculous

[jsmart121]

Great video. I am 64 have triple Negative stage one. Its been a year now.

Enjoy everday.

[lizzybee008]

PARP inhibitors like Olaparib and Iniparib have shown promising results in slowing or stopping BRCA-related cancers or triple negative breast cancers. Lets hope they get approved soon!!

[ProLifeEternally]

Breast cancer rates are highest in countries with the highest induced abortion rates. Breast cancer was infrequent before Roe vs Wade legalized abortion nationwide. Currently, there are about 1.2 million abortions in the U.S per year. By age 45, 42% of American women have had an abortion. Since Roe vs Wade in 1973, breast cancer rates in the U.S. have increased about 40%. Induced abortion cause biological changes to occur in breasts which make women more susceptible to breast cancer.

[six6cents]

Thanks so much. I was diagnosed with triple negative breast cancer, grade 3 tumors in March 2010. I had a double mastectomy and am now doing chemo. I have a blog about triple negative breast cancer

[ChaChingQueen]

thanks for making this video. I'm going through it myself. I'm 31, found a lump on my own. I had just had a mammogram 10 months earlier and nothing showed up. Luckily I'm stage 1. I'm also BRCA1 positive and triple negative. I had a double mastectomy and reconstruction and started chemo about a week and half ago.

thanks for getting the word out. I wish I would have known about better screening procedures.

[lavarellok]

You can call me and talk! What is your email address?

[angelcarmichael]

Last year when i was 26 years old i was diagnosed with triple negative breast cancer. Although i am cancer free now, i am still TERRIFIED of a recurrence. Well... at least the good thing about this is that i did test negative for having the brca1&2 gene and doctors say that i am very healthy now.

I am still in fear. I wish i had someone that has been in my shoes to talk to. if i did, it would help me get through the fear I wish i could be strong as Kim and Stephanie are.

[GingerBottom167]

Hi Kim,

That makes a lot more sense, thank you for clearing that up! I think your video is a testament to the importance of providing medical records to adopting parents. I think a lot of people are finding your story both helpful and inspiring.

Kudos!!

[lavarellok]

Hi Ginger!!

This is Kim!

Back in 1969 Our Mother never knew she had the gene and did not know she would be prone to get cancer. Our grandmother had it that is all she knew! Testing for this gene has only been just over 10 years :)