I noticed sometimes in the fall of 2013 an unusual soft and tender area under my right arm. On January 8th visited the Emergency room and was admitted with a sepsis infection under my right arm. That area was biopsied while in the hospital and only the sepsis was found. On May 7th 2014 went back to the Doctor with the same area tender and sore. Was taken to the Operating room on May 20th 2014 and that was when I received the diagnosis of Inflammatory Breast Cancer. Began Chemotherapy starting July 14th, 2014 every three weeks with the last one October 27th. October the 18th had a modified radical mastectomy with lymph nodes removed and a reduction done on the left. Throughout this entire experience thus far my Family and friends have stood by my side attending appointments and sitting with me during that 3 hour chemo infusion. My journey still continues for I will begin 30 days on radiation soon. Never give up hope or yourself, be strong.
sherri knissdecatur, MI
