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HealthGrades Post: Finishing Breast Cancer Treatment Doesn’t Mean You’re Done

October 3, 2022 / No Comments

I sifted through the multicolored Jolly Ranchers, looking for the cherry-flavored one. I pulled it out, said goodbye to the receptionist, and walked out the doors of the radiation center with my husband, Dave. I glanced back to see the doors close and felt relief flood over me. It was December 23, 2019 and I was finally done with active treatment for breast cancer.

Christmas was in two days, and I’d already received the best present I could imagine. I was done. After an abnormal mammogram in the summer, five biopsies, multiple rounds of imaging, a lumpectomy in October, and 20 sessions of whole breast radiation, my active treatment was over.

I soon learned that finishing breast cancer treatment doesn’t mean you’re done.

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This post is a paid partnership with HealthGrades and reflects my opinions, not medical advice.

Jennifer Douglas

Jennifer is the author of "A Breast Cancer Journey: Living it One Step at a Time," breast cancer survivor, and patient advocate. Her book, published in 2023 by Bold Story Press, is an encouraging guide for breast cancer patients. It contains first-hand information, organized by topics, to help readers navigate the diagnosis, treatment, and recovery from breast cancer. Her writing emphasizes emotional, mental, and physical well-being along with empowered decision-making.