Black Women & Cancer

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Comment by Dionyos & Nicole Sylvester on October 19, 2009 at 1:51pm

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Comment by Michele W on August 26, 2009 at 10:12am

Hello Ladies, I'm new to Essence.com and as I was looking threw the groups and cam across this one I knew I had to join.

3 years ago I went for my annual Pap. I would always go like I was suppose to since I was 14 so I figured it was just another poke and jab session so I went in fearless as usual. I was over with in no time and I was out the door. About 2 days later my doctor called me and said she wanted me to come in and have a biopsy done because of my abnormal pap. I was confused but I said ok and went in the next day. The biopsy was fast and went home still not thinking seriously about it. Well a couple days later my doctor called me again and asked me if I could talk. I happened to be on my lunch break and told her yes I could. She then started to tell me in the calmest way possible that I had cervical cancer. I was totally taken aback because that just couldn't be right. All I could say to her was ok, ok...I understand....but I really didn't. when I hung up with her I called my mom and told her. She was shocked!!!
My doctor sent me to a cancer specialist at Yale New Haven Hospital to have him take over as my doctor. In Feb 06 I had a total hysterectomy at 34 years old. I already have a child so there wasn't any concern about having more. My surgery was a complete success and I have been cancer free for 3 years. I truly believe that god has blessed me with another chance to be here for my daughter because he could have easily taken me away. I sitting here with tears in my eyes as I type remembering all of the emotions from that time. Even though I was sick I felt I had to be the rock for everyone else in my family. I think I only cried once during that time. I just knew I needed to be strong for them.

To all of you who are dealing with cancer at this time or whom have dealt with it in the past...my prayers are with you. May god bless you.

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Comment by Jorge Silva on July 13, 2009 at 2:30pm

It is a pleasure to me to be here in this Group.

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Comment by Danita R. Gregory-Puryear on February 28, 2009 at 8:39pm

I have dedicated myself to finding out more about Cancer. I have lost many near and dear family and friends to Cancer. It makes me feel positive that there will be a time when we do have cures for this disease. But I feel even more happier when I hear the testimonies of the survivors. Everyone stay Blessed and Strong!

Comment by Tracey Phillips-Holland on February 18, 2009 at 2:46pm

Wow what a powerful story. To look at you I know that it was only God who healed a baby who is now a beautiful woman.I am a two year survivor and I know that it was God. Be Blessed my sister

Comment by Jae on February 11, 2009 at 6:19am

This is my cancer survivor story
“Pretty Girl Blues”, was this a label she put on herself or allowed others to give her? Why did she allow herself to hide behind her pain? She hid behind her pretty looks, clothes, and the truth within. She had outer beauty, but was suffering on the inside with low self-esteem, pity, and unhappiness. Could her beauty cover up her hurt? She so desperately wanted to be accepted. Yes, she had a darling personality and nobody could take that away, but was it enough to mend the hurt and internal pain? Her parents had sacrificed and cared for all her brothers and sisters, but would they anticipate one of their children developing cancer at the age of two?

We are familiar with several types of cancer, but a baby developing this type (Rhabdomyosarcoma) was unheard of. This was such a rare form of cancer that the doctors thought I would not live to celebrate my 3rd birthday. How could this be and why? Most importantly how would doctor’s care for me?
My care began at the University of Maryland Hospital in Baltimore, but my family was later advised to seek a second opinion at Sloan Kettering Cancer Hospital in New York City. The majority of my childhood and adolescent years would be spent in New York City.

At Sloan Kettering I would have many operations, chemotherapy, and radiation treatments. Because of the cancer, reconstructive surgery was not an option. This procedure resulted in my having to wear a colostomy and ileostomy bag to aid my bladder and bowel function for the rest of my life. Even after that, operations seemed to never stop.

Imagine growing up wearing two bags, being teased and set aside because you can not tell if it is time to change your bags. “Hey what is that smell”, they would say. I had incidents in school and when I didn't know how to handle these situations, it really lowered my self-esteem. I had it bad. My heart's desire was to be like other children. To be teased by my peers was heartbreaking.

Becoming a teenager and maturing into a young adult was difficult. I later involved myself in relationships, but when they got too close I would break it off fearing my suitor would not understand. I had a method of trying to hide 'the secret'. "Someone will understand", I thought. But ultimately it seemed that no one did. I felt like such a fool.
Continuing to hide behind my family, friends, and pretty looks, I developed the craft of covering and dressing up the outside. This disease drove me to hide my pain deep within. Questions would arise.
"How would she cope?"
"How would she handle what life had dealt her?"
"Could she continue to hide the secret?"
So I asked myself, “Why do I feel so blue, and how can I change the way I am feeling?”
Surely, there was an answer. I could not imagine it, but God would change my life. He healed me from cancer. I am His miracle child. He protected and assured me everything was going to be all right. This “secret” would no longer be a secret, but a triumphant story. God not only healed my physical body, but my spirit and mind which both desperately needed to be healed. I am thankful for the spiritual process that took place within me. My insecurities did not change overnight, but I learned how to be a survivor. God instilled in me an inner strength I thought I did not have. The question was not “Why Me”, but “Why Not Me”.
I am thankful for my family, friends, and most of all the angels that watch over me. This journey has taught me so much and I will use this experience to achieve my aspirations in life. Today, at 40 years old, I am blessed with a wonderful husband of 11 years that appreciates, understands, and accepts me for me. I am also a professional model (WOW, sometimes I can't believe it!), and the CEO/Owner/Founder of an inspirational web site and of my own Christian-based modeling agency. Yes, my biggest dream is to walk that big catwalk, but what famous designer will give me that chance? I know my situation is unusual in this industry, but I thank God for opening doors that would otherwise be shut in my face.
To see the outer beauty, you could never tell that I live with these adversities. After all I have gone through, who would have thought becoming a fashion model, inspirational writer, motivational speaker, and business owner was in the plans for me? But it doesn't stop there; there is so much more to come. Trials and tribulations tested my faith, but it made me stronger.

I will continue to have a permanent colostomy bag and the use of a self-catheter for the rest of my life. Still, I am very thankful for this journey. As I look back over my life I would not change anything. My light will continue to shine so others can witness and know they too can overcome obstacles.
I can and will live a full and vibrant life!
www.jaccmodelinginc.com
Special thank you to my spiritual father, Pastor, & friend: Therm M. James Sr.

Comment by Michelle Stephenson on January 4, 2009 at 1:46pm

Thank you so much for starting this group. I am 40 years old and was diagnosed with breast cancer when I was 35. By the grace of God I'm cancer free but my mother who has been dealing with it off and on for 9 years died last may. My goal this year is to wite a book for Black breast cancer survivors. We need to do all we can to MAKE CANCER HISTORY!