#brca1positive

I had a bilateral salpingectomy today, both for sterilization and to reduce my risk of ovarian and Fallopian tube cancer since I’m BRCA positive. The surgery went great and I’m recovering at hone with the best little caretaker. They have discovered that ovarian cancer begins in Fallopian tubes. If you’re thinking about a tubal ligation, look into a total salpingectomy. Having my tubes out means that I can put off having a total hysterectomy for about 10 years. Talk to your doctor about it if you’re considering a tubal. This concludes my PSA. 😂 #brca1 #brca1positive #brca #ovariancancer #fallopiantubes #salpingectomy https://www.instagram.com/p/Bp8FpJVhO_p/?utm_source=ig_tumblr_share&igshid=3oj26m6pstyl

Why not wear pink at the beginning of #breastcancerawareness month? 5 weeks until my double mastectomy, so of course I’m going to #smile like there’s no tomorrow ☺️ #brca1positive #rachelvsbrca #previvor #hbocweek18 https://www.instagram.com/p/BoaKzbxFwExwktrgZwxkJzhZsEheJjyC2tSL680/?utm_source=ig_tumblr_share&igshid=hswz6qoisz0q

So a lot of people didn’t know, but I had surgery today for some issues that happened (you can DM me if you have questions). I’m home recovering now, and I’m thankful for my @anaonointimates front closing bra and @the_breasties for all the support ♥️ Now time to snack on @getskinnydipped almonds, thanks @paige_previvor for the suggestion 😉 . . . . . . #brca1 #brca1positive #previvor #doublemastectomy #breastreconstruction #movingmountains #floridabreasties #orlandobreasties https://www.instagram.com/p/B4f-ZQ3FFZ5/?igshid=1lx27i8nq38ub

I can finally talk about some personal stuff going on lately, so listen up! Some of you know that before my mom passed away, I was tested for #BRCA1 because of how young she was, it was her 2nd battle with #breastcancer, and she had genetic mutation. When I found out I have the same mutation she had, I started going to her oncologist once a year to make sure everything was a-okay. Fast forward 9 years later to this past April, I went in for my normal appointment after my mammogram and MRI, I asked about his thoughts on other preventative measures like surgery. He told me he would give me one, but recommended that I wait because he “didn’t want me to miss out on breast feeding” when I have kids. Crazy right? So, when I talked to the ever so wonderful @mpegg17 about what happened, she recommended @orlandohealth #CancerGenetics clinic, and that I should go for a second opinion. After meeting with a genetic counselor and the research doctor to discuss risks from my gene, they gave me all the information I didn’t have before. They even asked if I wanted to meet with surgeons to talk about surgery. Fast forward to today, I’ve met with a reconstructive surgeon and he gave me all of the information to cement my decision for a preventative #doublemastectomy and have a reconstructive surgery done! Today was the first of many appointments, but I feel like I’m taking a step in the right direction 💪🏻💗🎀 #beBRCAware #breastcancerawareness #previvor #BRCA1positive #imamutant #fuckcancer #nottodaysatan (at Aesthetic & Reconstructive Surgery Institute at Orlando Health) https://www.instagram.com/p/Bl_VC3TFnbFIr4h0d11LWjABCd5W5WF6fCx9lg0/?utm_source=ig_tumblr_share&igshid=sgs9ajqzlr1o