Meeting My Oncologist




Today was a big day. Today was the day I met my oncologist for the first time.


Today was also the day I received some next steps and a treatment plan. The plan is to start with Chemotherapy. I will be doing 6 cycles of TC (Taxotere and Cytoxan) once every 3 weeks. After that will come a mastectomy.


But, before chemo can begin I will be going to the fertility doctor to discuss egg preservation.


My first chemo is set for Thursday, February 3rd.

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  1. Hannah ChandlerJanuary 5, 2022 at 7:57 PM

    Praying for you Amy! Praying that you feel the lords presence with you strongly in each step of this journey. Praying that the lord puts you with the best doctors and professionals out there! Praying most of all for your healing. The lord is with you Amy!

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  2. JoybellsJanuary 5, 2022 at 8:05 PM

    I also am praying for you, Amy! I love you.

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  3. Charis ClarkJanuary 6, 2022 at 3:56 PM

    Remembering you often, Amy. Love you.

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