2018 Paint paper pink

2018 Paint the Paper Pink Lincoln Daily News October 2018 Page 49 Wendy’s doctor standing there. Wendy was at the office getting treatment at the time. Terry said he let out an involuntary “WOOF!” and was out of that chair in a flash. When Terry made his way to where Dr. Wictherman was, the good doctor told him that the staff had insisted he come over and book Terry for their staff Christmas party! Terry said that while that was humorous to them now, at the time, he thought the doc could have picked a better time than while Wendy was in the office getting treatment to just suddenly appear at the mall. Five years a survivor, Wendy still goes to the doctor on a regular basis. Asked if that was a bit unnerving she said no, not really. The visits are routine. Her trigger though that brings on a little bit of anxiety, is the day she goes for the annual mammogram. Even though that is a nerve racking day, she still does it and will continue to do it. The annual mammogram saved her life. The cancer was found very early and her treatment plan was effective, and she is looking forward to many years with her husband and her kids. She says she will cherish every moment and not take anything for granted. For others, Wendy said she would offer a few suggestions. Don’t put off those yearly exams, they are vitally important. If you feel that something is wrong, don’t run from it, meet it head on. Early detection and early treatment are very important, putting off your diagnoses is not going to prolong life. Be proactive in your treatment. Ask questions, study, research your cancer and your doctors. If you’re not comfortable with your doctor or not confident in his/her advice, then find someone else. Second opinions are good and most doctors are open to sharing their conclusions with other experts. And perhaps most important of all, don’t assume the worst. Death is not inevitable, and how you respond to your treatment, how you face each challenging day is very much dependent upon your own attitude. Choose to be a survivor and assume that you will come out on the other side better for the battle.