Kathy’s Story

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Journal entry by Kathy Burlage

I received my LAST radiation treatment today and I got to ring the bell!!! It was a very emotional day for me as I realized my cancer treatment plan was complete and I am CANCER FREE!!! Three phases complete - chemo, a double mastectomy and radiation! DONE!! I am ready to move forward and let my body recover!

My treatment plan is complete but my journey is not over. I will continue to receive Keytruda infusions every 3 weeks through September (a little longer than we originally thought) to help build up my immune system to fight off cancer if it tries to come back. I will also have reconstruction surgery later this year.  And I will continue to see my medical oncologist, breast surgeon and radiation oncologist on a regular basis over the next several years as they monitor me and make sure the cancer does not return.

As I reflect on the last 10 months, I realize how blessed I am! The support, prayers and love I received from family and friends carried me through my treatment plan! There was not a day that went by that I did not receive flowers, a gift, a yummy meal, an uplifting card, a text, a restaurant gift card, a PM or a phone call.  Each one brightened my day and reminded me that I was strong and to keep fighting! I appreciate all of you and thank you for going through this cancer journey with me! I believe in the power of prayer and ask you to keep me in your prayers as I continue to recover and start the next part of this journey as a survivor!💗

God is good!!  I kicked cancer’s butt!!  I AM A SURVIVOR!!!

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