Once you’ve been diagnosed with breast cancer, it’s hard to look upon the annual mammogram as just another diagnostic breast exam. At least that’s how it’s been for me. Today was the day, and I started getting nervous about it a few days ago. It turned out fine, but here a few strategies I’ve developed in the past ten years to help me cope with the dreaded day:
1. Keep your mammograms in your possession. I am the holder of all my mammogram records. This puts me in charge, especially if...
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