I felt a hard lump myself. After my diagnosis, I still sought a second opinion because I wanted to consult a more experienced or prestigious doctor. From my own research, I found that my 5-year survival rate was 85%.

After my diagnosis, I found myself exercising less than I used to. Still, I cut down on my alcohol intake and tried to eat healthier every day.

Right now, I’m in remission, but still taking hormone therapy. Based on my doctor’s recommendation, I did surgery to remove my breast and lymph nodes, as well as chemotherapy and radiotherapy. For chemotherapy, I tried docetaxel, cyclophosphamide and doxorubicin. After deciding on my treatment, I felt a bit more relieved, motivated and hopeful.

In terms of side effects, the ones that affected me the most were: fatigue, hair loss, nausea and vomiting.

To manage them, I relied on exercising more.

I committed to eating healthier for good. I hope to change the way I eat.

For myself, keep exercising, traveling abroad, and learning to paint. My biggest dream is to continue traveling around the world after completing treatment, with my loved ones, too.

I worried about relapse. For myself, I do things that I like, such as traveling and painting, so that I can forget about my cancer.

I still feel the same as before.

To others, I would say: “Take cancer as a warning sign, re-examine your attitude towards life. A joyful heart is good medicine, don’t worry and take the treatment.”